anyone use bare minerals?

3mnkids1

3mnkids1

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Im thinking about trying it but im not sure if its worth the money. does it do what it says. Is it really better than just regular makeup? anyone here use it?
 
I've heard great things about them and I'm thinking about using them for my wedding... Not sure though.. I wonder if there is a stand somewhere in the mall that has free trials or something????
 
If you put in a search for "Bare Minerals" samples, you can purchase smaller amounts at certain websites to try out first.
 
Hey Three Momma's. I tried it and have to say I didn't like it. It is for people who already have really REALLY perfect skin. It hides nothing! The reason it looks like you have no make up on is because - Well, you really don't have that much makeup on. I'm getting to the point in life where I have more to cover up so this wasn't really the makeup for me. My daughters loved it however. They have beautiful 15 year old skin!!!!!!!!!!!!! Anything would look good on them.
 
I do! When I won a $149 amazon GC from winzy awhile back I ordered something for everyone in the house since I already had about $50 in my account. I broke down and ordered myself some and I love it. I have a lot of acne scaring and it really does help some if you put it on right, or heavy. I am running low on a couple of the powders and want some more but, I think if I ever order again I will order the kit again to save $$ and trade what I won't need.

Thing is, it does wear off quick so you have to keep applying the powder.
 
fearsgirl is right - your skin has to be pretty clear. I tried it a few years ago when my skin wasn't so great and hated it. However, in the meantime, I went to a skin specialist, had some microdermabrasion, started using good products and my skin improved dramatically, so I decided to try again. I use Jane Iredale (which is similar to bare minerals, and LOVE IT!! It covers nicely, looks SO NATURAL, and doesn't feel heavy at all, doesn't crease, etc.

The trick is to use the brush from them - not just any makeup brush. Theirs are soft and made specially for applying this makeup.
 
thanks guys for the replies. I was watching the infomercial and they have a 60 day money back guarantee so I ordered it. I will give it a shot.
I was a little irritated with the phone operator trying to sell me everything. I know that's their job but come on!!!! I have a budget OK lady. I'm
not buying everything until I know that it works for me. I bought the lightest shade I hope its light enough
 
I hope you like it, I paid $60 for my kit on Amazon which is a $200 kit. I don't use the mositurizing lotion stuff that comes with it anymore, I should though.
 
Oh, that makes me so made :cussing: when you call to order something from the infomercial and they try to sell you everything else in the world! Good luck with it -I hope it will work for you.
 
Yes, I have used bare minerals and simular products for a few years now and I love it. I have very sensitive skin and this is the only makeup that does not irritate my skin. I also agree with Mikki, it all depends on how you apply the product... My skin is far from flawless, but in my experience, mineral makeup has the ability to hide, cover and provides a far better result than other products without looking cakey or overmade, the result is a nearly flawless natural look. I live in a very hot climate (Las Vegas) and even on the hotest of days this makeup still holds up pretty good, although I have to 'powder' (magic veil) more frequently.

I mix 2 different shades to get the best match to my complexion, I also use the mult-tasking bisque, as a "cover-up" for trouble spots... also as an eye shadow base.

For an extra glow and highlight, try a "radient" concealer (use under eyes, in corners of eyes or to highlight cheekbones, Revlon use to make a good one, but I can't find it anywhere... A good subsitute is Cover Girls Advance Radience Concealer:
http://www.covergirl.com/products/product.jsp?productId=advradiance_concealer

Also for a longer lasting "set" to the make-up, there is a product called Derma-blend that has a setting powder, I've used the original (translusent) and it works very well, it comes in loose and a compact. http://www.dermablend.com/productDetails.aspx?prodID=5 Ulta 3 stores carry it.

Another tip is to properly prep your skin before applying makeup.

There was a dermatologist on TV a few days ago (I can't remember her name), but she writes books about make-up and skin care products... She tests them all in lab conditions, etc... Then she reports on them, she often has suggestions for cheaper products as well as using home made remedies... Anywho she said that there is no difference between the "Bare Minerals", "Sheer Mineral" and other high price mineral makeups.... She said that the mineral makeup products now offered by companies like Revlon, Cover Girl, etc., at your local drug store_ Rate just as good, cost less and have the same ingredients too!

A consult with a makeup artist might be a good idea for wedding/special occasion makeup, get some tips etc.

http://www.ultimate-cosmetics.com/beauty/makeup/bridal-makeup.htm
http://www.ultimate-cosmetics.com/index.htm

My mom is very curious about those Airbrush Makeup Infomercials... anyone tried that yet? It looks like a lot of trouble, especially if one is rushing to work.
 
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