I could google this, but why, when there's so many experts...I've never tried mineral makeup or powder foundation.

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Annmarie K.

Dec 21, 2013

Annmarie K.

So...wanted some feedback on mineral makeup. What type of coverage, finish etc...which brands to stay away from? I like full coverage and a luminous finish and I'm very pale. Any idea if this would be a good fit for me? The eyeshadows looks gorgeous!

Kelly V.

Dec 21, 2013

Kelly V.

I used Bare Minerals for years. I really liked it but just made the switch to liquid...but I'm sure I'll go back to BM. From what I've used, it is not full coverage. with bare minerals, it really depends on the brush you use. a beauty blender will give you the most coverage...I'd say medium/full. Its super easy to use, blends well, and looks really natural. The only down side is you kinda have to stay away from cream or liquid highlighters, blush, etc...or at least tread lightly with them. Bare Minerals would stay on pretty much all day, and their primer is fabulous. I would say give it a go. just keep in mind that the finish is a lot different from liquid.

Kelly V.

Dec 21, 2013

Kelly V.

And if you decide on Bare Minerals, get the ready compact. its a pressed powder rather then the loose powder. its less mesh, lasts seriously forever, and has more coverage.

Annmarie K.

Dec 21, 2013

Annmarie K.

Kelly, thank you so much for responding...I like a full coverage foundation, but I could use a lesser coverage especially I'll get the luminous finish I'm looking for. I think of minerals and I think dry, but from what I've read that is not the case. How do you like the eyeshadows? What are they like to work with?

Bree B.

Dec 21, 2013

Bree B.

I've used Bare Minerals, the loose powder, one of those kits, and it was ok.
Then I tried Laura Mercier's mineral foundation and I love it! It is amazing for setting under-eye makeup and it works great as a foundation, so pretty.

Annmarie K.

Dec 21, 2013

Annmarie K.

Thanks Bree for your feedback. I can't believe I've never used mineral or powder foundation at all. On my search for a luminous, glowy finish Mineral Makeup has been recommended several times. The eye shadows look gorgeous...are they hard to work with? When you used the loose powder did you use a brush to apply or a beauty blender? Sorry about all the questions, but I rarely get responses so I like to catch someone if they're on...thanks again!

Kelly V.

Dec 21, 2013

Kelly V.

Bare Minerals eyeshadows are very sparkley. the colors are beautiful though. be careful of fall out though, they are messy if you don't tap the brush enough. they blend nicely and look amazing when wet. I found they crease a bit, so a primer is a must

Annmarie K.

Dec 21, 2013

Annmarie K.

Great Feedback, it really helps, thanks again!

Maggie F.

Dec 21, 2013

Maggie F.

I like Bare Minerals and most my friends use it too. I find it so much easier than liquid foundation.

Jay M.

Dec 21, 2013

Jay M.

I used Bare Minerals for years and loved it. Now that I older I have switched back to liquid foundation. After wearing it a couple hours I found that the powder settles into the fine lines and make my wrinkles more predominant. I love their Mineral Veil finishing powder it is awesome! And their eyeshadows are hit and miss. Most are super pigmented and stay on all day like sex kitten. Other colors, such as wild flower (I think that's the name. Its the shadow in the pic.) are sooo light no matter how much I caked on I could not get any color payoff. I tried wet and dry to no avail. Overall I would give BM a try, they are worth a look for sure.

Seph A.

Dec 21, 2013

Seph A.

Loreal mineral powder foundation has great coverage and is long lasting

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