Friday, September 28, 2007

What is Mineral Makeup and Why is it Popular?

From mall makeovers to infomercials, mineral makeup is the newest craze among the cosmetic conscious, but is it really that different from traditional products? How do the various brands differ? How do you know which one is best for you? Let’s take a look at some of the mineral basics.
There are several brands on the market, but their ingredient lists are basically the same. Some commonly used components are micronized titanium dioxide, micronized zinc oxide, iron oxide, silk mica, hydrated silica.
Micronized titanium dioxide is a non-chemical ingredient of commonly used sun-block products. The crystalline structure of this while mineral naturally reflects and defuses sunlight, protecting your skin from harmful rays. Light-reflecting micronized zinc oxide wo View the rest of this article


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