Monave Loose Mineral Foundation Review,Swatches


What the Company claims: Monave powdered mineral makeup foundation uses a very simple formula that offers amazing coverage, a sheer, natural look, and incredible staying powder. Clean, non-allergenic ingredients help soothe inflamed rosacea, or acne-prone skin while protecting the skin from the elements.

Monave loose mineral makeup foundation is extremely versatile, and can be applied dry with a flat-top foundation brush or mixed with a facial moisturizer for sensitive or dry skin. Our mineral foundation has complete coverage and full spectrum sunscreen, and oil control properties. No separate concealer or powder is needed in most cases.

Loose mineral foundation is the purest form of foundation available. It is talc-free, chemical-free and dye-free. It is ideal for acne sufferers as it provides complete coverage of blemishes at the same time helping to heal and calm inflammations. This foundation can be used after recent plastic surgery and is the most hypoallergenic cosmetic on the market. It hides skin conditions such as rosacea and spider veins yet feels utterly weightless!

In addition, Monave loose mineral foundation has a high SPF factor and is nearly waterproof. It’s an excellent sports make-up and is also ideal for women with active lifestyles.

While it is a powder foundation, it is not drying. It seals in moisture for those with dry skin yet doesn’t clog pores for those with oily skin. It also won’t “break up” in response to oil, but remains flawless throughout the day.

And finally, the glow skin receives from the minerals takes years off of a woman’s face. Some women don’t recognize themselves.

Directions: Tap a small amount of loose mineral foundation powder into the top of your jar, and swirl your flat-top foundation or kabuki brush into it. Tap the bottom of the handle with the brush head facing upward on a hard surface (eg. bathroom counter). This settles the powder into the brush head. Firmly spread powder on clean, dry skin to evenly blend pigments. For the most natural look, start with less powder, and buff it in well, using a circular motion.
For blemishes, a separate conclear is not needed. Use a shadow brush or the edge of the flat-top brush to apply small amounts to the problem areas and blend well. For those with dry, flaky skin, MONAVE loose mineral foundation can be blended with Monave cream to create a cream foundation. First, moisturize as usual, then tap a small amount of powder into the palm of the hand. Add a drop of moisturizer. Blend the two products together until a smooth, creamy consistency is achieved. Use your fingers or make-up wedge to apply.

Ingredients: Mica, titanium dioxide, iron oxides, ultramarine blue, May Contain: zinc oxide, silica

MRP:
Full Size: $19.50
Full Size Plus Refill: $29.50
Sample Size: $2.50

Weight: 9-10 g
It comes in 24 shades…so there is a perfect shade for you out there..the only problem is guessing the correct shade..for that you can buy 2-3 samples of shades you think would be perfect for you and decide on the best match.

I like the fact that these are talc free, chemical free and dye free..the only problem with mineral foundations is the coverage..they never give you complete coverage if you desire that…but these are just perfect for daily wear..and non comodogenic..plus you can also use these as a Tinted Moisturiser..mixing them with a little oil free moisturiser of you choice.

T- Carloine B- Saturnina

I have the shade Caroline and Saturnina..
Caroline: Light yellow undertone for caucasian and light asian skin tones, also has a faint pink hue.

Saturnina: For Latinas, Southeast Asians, Native Americans, or light skinned African-American women. Deep, peachy yellow undertones bring out the warm tones of this complexion.

Blended

Caroline is a little lighter for me..Saturnina is a more better match..

Pros:

1. These are quiet light and good for everyday use.
2. Do not cake up or make your dry patches accentuate.
3. These would give you 3-4 hours of wear.
4. Good to top your makeup with or keep your skin matte.
5. You just need a little bit..so 9-10g would last quiet long.
6. You can layer it up for a little more coverage after the first one sets in.
7. Mineral makeup is perfect for you if you have sensitive skin or suffer from some skin problems or acne which the normal foundation may aggravate.

Cons:

1. This would not give you complete coverage…like you do need a concealer for some spot concealing.
2. Availability. You can buy it here
3. You do need a good powder brush or kabuki to use mineral foundations.

Overall decent enough. These are quiet good for daily use..and surely recommended for people with sensitive skin.

Rating:

Quality: 3.5/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 3/5

Overall Rating: 3.25/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion.