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Mineral Hygienics Starter Kit Review, Swatches

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Mineral Hygienics Starter Kit Review, Swatches

Hey, first of all Happy Dussehra !! For those not from India, Dussehra (Vijaya Dashami, Dasara, or Dashain) is a Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil. One paper down, three more to go..though I have 1-2 days break in between..

Coming to the review..

What the Company claims: Great Coverage and Longest Lasting.
Only a few natural ingredients.

Your Mineral Hygienics Starter Kit includes:
2 shades of Mineral Hygienics SPF Foundation
-Medium Light Mineral Foundation
-Medium Mineral Foundation

Mineral Hygienics mineral enhancer
– Warm Kiss

Mineral finishing powder
-Sheer Perfection…

The mini starter kit has 2 powder foundations and one kabuki brush..the starter kit includes 2 powder foundations, one kabuki brush, one bronzer, one setting powder, one powder brush and an eye shadow brush.

The price for the mini kit is 29.99$ and the bigger kit is 59.99$

Medium:

This is our most popular shade. When exposed to the sun your skin will tan very easily and in most situations you will not burn. You probably do not have skin sensitivity issues. Your neutral or warm undertones will look beautiful in our minerals!

Medium Light – Cool to Neutral Undertones
Medium – Neutral Undertones

Celebrities that best fit this shade:
Pamela Anderson
Jennifer Aniston

Tan:

Our Tan shade is for you if you have Medium/Dark, Tan, or Olive skin tones. All season long your skin will maintain at least a medium tone, but most likely will stay tan. In the summer months your skin will darken up very quickly and very easily. Most likely you will have dark brown or black hair.

Light Tan – Medium Dark Neutral Undertones
Medium Tan – Warm Golden Undertones

Celebrities that best fit this shade:
Jessica Alba
Eva Longoria
Jennifer Lopez

I have Light Tan, Fairly Tan, Medium and Medium Light in mineral powder foundations.

Though all blend with the skin and give a good match..Fairly Tan and Medium are a perfect match..Light Tan also works for contouring..

These take a few minutes to blend in with the skin..and then once set..they look super natural and stay for a good 5-6 hours even with humidity..the coverage is medium though..you can layer up for more coverage..a touch of concealer and mineral foundation on top and you would set for everyday I suppose..

These come in sifter jars and have quite a lot of product ! A little goes a long way with mineral foundations..

Here are the swatches..

From top-bottom :  Light Tan, Fairly Tan, Medium and Medium Light

Sheer Perfection Mineral Finish – Translucent: A super luxurious powder that will perfect your look. It is the final touch that will make your skin exceptional. Your face will feel as soft as silk, and look even better. Go crazy with this finishing powder! You’ll love it!

This is the setting cum finishing powder..its super soft..and actually feels smooth as silk..though this is white..so one needs to be careful with the quantity..so that you don’t get a whitish cast..but it sure does keep oil and shine at bay..one of the ingredients being rice powder !

Warm Kiss Mineral Bronzer: Everyone’s favorite! Soft, sheer, subtle sunkissed glow. Create the illusion of radiant, sun-kissed skin! Use as a healthy looking complexion booster, blush, cheek contour, eye shadow or lip color. Our Sheer Mineral Enhancers are light, natural and are perfect for color adjustments to your foundation.

This is the best bronzer I have come across ! A very natural looking terracotta rosy brown with some pearlescent shimmer..which is hardly visible..this would look gorgeous both as a blush and bronzer..and would give that softest sun kissed look possible !

This is a lot of quantity and would last super long..its quite pigmented..and like all mineral powders, the staying power is awesome too..

Here are the swatches..

These mineral foundations come with a slender kabuki brush..it is so super soft and dense..perfect to carry along..I have washed it 1-2 times and it did not shed much hair except 1-2..I love how soft it is..and picks up the perfect amount..

Get you kit HERE

You use mineral foundations ? Which is your favorite ?

P.S: PR Samples. Honest Review

L’Oreal Paris True Match Mineral Foundation Review

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L’Oreal Paris True Match Mineral Foundation Review

You all know about the L’Oreal Paris Eye Contest..and how Niesha was one of the winners..see her beautiful look HERE
She had won the L’Oreal Paris True Match Mineral Foundation in W3 Golden Natural and has sent her short review about it..

What the Company claims: True Match Mineral Foundation, formulated using naturally occurring chemical components, brings about a new meaning to makeup that is safe and gentle on the skin. Being about 95% mineral based, the foundation glides smoothly to create a flawless coverage and hides blemishes and imperfections, without being heavy on the skin or clogging pores. With an SPF of 15 it is effective in reducing the premature aging effects of the sun.
Titanium Dioxide present in the foundation makes it good for sun protection. The silicates make the foundation shine resistant. Boron Nitrate gives the skin a lot of luminousity. Iron oxide greatly contributes towards hiding blemishes while Zinc Oxide present creates a soothing effect on the skin. Essential vitamins, like Vit B5 and Vit E that complement the mineral based composition, protect and nourish the skin.
Being dermatologically tested, the foundation is friendly to every skin type including the sensitive ones. The preservatives free, fragrance free and oil free properties further reemphasis its skin friendliness.

The foundation has shown great results in clinical trials and can
significantly improve the health of the skin in about four weeks’ time.
MRP: Rs. 1095/-
Shades available:
  • Golden Beige W4
  • Golden Sand W5
  • Creamy Beige N3
  • Honey Glow N6
  • Golden Natural W3
Niesha’s review:
It is a mineral foundation from the Lo’real’s true match range.
The product comes in a three piece packaging that consists of an outer transparent cap a middle lid with a buffer brush for application and the actual product in the lower container. The brush has nice bristles that makes the application and the blending easy without looking patchy.

It makes the skin silky and smooth and can be applied as per the coverage needed. It is easily blended and even if you apply more for more coverage then also it does not feel heavy on the skin. It also stays for good 7-8 hours which is good and has a nice and natural texture if you can find the right shade.
It is perfect for those who has oily or combination skin.
Me: It sounds good for everyday use and for those who do not require much coverage..plus the added brush is ideal for travel too..
Have you tried the L’Oreal Paris True Match Mineral Foundation ?

    The Body Shop Extra Virgin Minerals Cream Compact Foundation Review

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    The Body Shop Extra Virgin Minerals Cream Compact Foundation Review


    What the Company claims: Created from a unique blend of 100% ultra-fine, ultra-pure mineral pigments and 100% Community Fair Trade Italian cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil, this foundation blends on like a cream and miraculously transforms to a light-weight matte finish to give a medium to full coverage.

    This cream-to-powder mineral foundation contains pure minerals and cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil for an immaculate, matte finish. It has an ultra-blendable formula and contains a custom brush for flawless application.

    Medium to full coverage
    Smooth, matte finish
    Integrated cruelty-free brush
    Contains SPF 15
    Fragrance & Paraben-free

    Key Ingredients:

    Kaolin clay
    Mediterranean clay
    Mica
    Community Fair Trade organic olive oil

    MRP: Rs.1375/- for 8.50 g

    Ingredients: Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate (Emollient), Titanium Dioxide (Sunscreen), Dimethicone (Skin Conditioning Agent), Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (Sunscreen), Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil (Emollient), Polyethylene (Opacifier), Isononyl Isononanoate (Emollient/Skin Conditioner), Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides (Emollient), Polymethylsilsesquioxane (Opacifying Agent), Polysilicone-11 (Film Former), Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax (Stabiliser/Viscosity Modifier), Boron Nitride (Bulking Agent), HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer (Anticaking Agent), Beeswax (Emulsifier/Emollient), Aluminum Hydroxide (Opacifier), Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax (Stabiliser), Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil (Skin Conditioning Agent), Isostearic Acid (Emulsifier), Triethoxycaprylylsilane (Binder), Lauroyl Lysine (Skin Conditioning Agent), Tocopherol (Antioxidant), Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil (Emollient/Skin Conditioner). [May Contain: Titanium Dioxide (Colour), Iron Oxides (Colour), Mica (Opacifier)].

    Its a cream based foundation..perfect for the winters..and since it has kaolin clay..it can stay well in summers too and for those with oily skin too. It comes with a small stiff compact brush in the lower compartment and a small mirror on top..the packaging is quite handy and nice..you can comfortably carry it and get that perfect coverage any where..

    The Liquid Foundation is oil based..so more suitable for dry skin..but this would suit all skin types…even if one has oily skin and this is cream based..the kaolin clay absorbs the oil and keeps skin matte.

    It comes in 8 shades here..you get some 12 shades in US..I have 208 Golden Vanilla which matches me perfectly..here is the swatch of 208..

    Before blending
    After blending

    Pros:

    1. Super easy to use and blend. Just a few strokes with the brush and since the brush is soft yet stiff it reaches even the under eyes and corners properly.
    2. Paraben and fragrance free.
    3. Made from extra virgin olive oil and mineral pigments.
    4. It gives medium to high coverage depending on how you build up..but even if used once..gives decent enough coverage.
    5. Even though it contains kaolin clay..I do not find it drying..in fact the creaminess is fine.
    6. This would suit all skin types.
    7. Has SPF 15.
    8. You do not realise you are wearing a foundation and it stays put the whole day !
    9. It does not transfer on clothes or tissues.
    10. Perfect packaging..can be used anywhere.

    Cons:

    1. I do not have any cons for it ! Only thing is one would not know how long would it last..like you can see the quantity but you would not exactly know.

    Overall I super like it and recommend it to everyone ! One fabulous product..

    Rating:

    Quality: 4.5/5
    Value for money: 4/5
    Availability: 4/5

    Overall Rating: 4.25/5

    Would I buy it again: Yes…for sure !

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

    The Body Shop Extra Virgin Minerals Liquid Foundation Review

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    The Body Shop Extra Virgin Minerals Liquid Foundation Review


    What the Company claims: This liquid mineral foundation is a unique combination of pure minerals and cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil. It provides light to medium, ultra-blendable coverage with a smooth, dewy finish. Extra Virgin Minerals Liquid Foundation is made from an exclusive combination of pure mineral pigments and Community Fair Trade extra virgin olive oil and marula oil, creating a wonderfully blendable foundation, which is light and comfortable to wear and offers all-day hydration, 14 hours of skin moisturisation.

    Light to medium coverage
    Dewy finish
    Ultra-blendable
    No added fragrance
    Paraben free

    SPF30

    Ingredients: Water (Solvent/Diluent), Undecane (Emollient), Coco-Caprylate (Skin Conditioning Agent), Talc (Absorbent/Bulking Agent), Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (Sunscreen), PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate (Emulsifier), Tridecane (Emollient), Glycerin (Humectant), Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil (Emollient), Titanium Dioxide (Sunscreen), Disteardimonium Hectorite (Suspending Agent), Ethylene Brassylate (Masking Agent), Calcium Carbonate (Absorbant), Sodium Chloride (Viscosity Modifier), Caprylyl Glycol (Skin Conditioning Agent), Tocopherol (Antioxidant), Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil (Skin Conditioning Agent), Phenoxyethanol (Preservative), Triethoxycaprylylsilane (Binder), Magnesium Stearate (Anticaking Agent), Ethylhexylglycerin (Skin-Conditioning Agent), Hexylene Glycol (Humectant), Aluminum Hydroxide (Opacifier). [May Contain: Titanium Dioxide (Colour), Iron Oxides (Colour)].

    MRP: Rs.1295/- for 28ml

    Now it comes in around 12 shades in the US..but here only 4-5 shades are launched..and the names too are a little different..so its quite confusing..Eg: 202 is Warm Vanilla here and Natural Vanilla there..I am not too sure of there is difference in shades too.

    I was confused between 202 Warm Vanilla and 208 Golden Vanilla as both are quite similar..I thought 208 would be a better match and went for it.

    Now all the claims made for it are true..it is ultra blendable..and provides a dewy finish. Extra virgin olive oil and marula oil are its core ingredients..and you would immediately feel its oil based from the texture..I would not advice oily skinned girls to go for this..but still you can try this in winters if you love dewy finish.

    It comes with a pump and is super handy to use and carry along. Since it is fragrance free..some people may not like the smell..It does not have any particular smell of its own.

    Here is the swatch of 208 Golden Vanilla..it matches me perfectly..

    Blended

    And here is how it looks on me..I have used just the foundation..no concealer or powder..so that you can get the idea of the coverage..

    Pros:

    1. Super easy to use and blend. Even fingers work fine.
    2. Paraben and fragrance free.
    3. Made from extra virgin olive oil and marula oil.
    4. Gives a nice dewy finish.
    5. Its quite moisturising and even if I skip a moisturiser it never goes streaky.
    6. Perfect for dry skinned girls or using in winters.
    7. Has SPF 30.
    8. Light to medium coverage.
    9. It does not transfer on clothes or tissues.
    10. Feels very light on skin.

    Cons:

    1. You may not like it if you have very oily skin.
    2. It has SPF 30..so needed to be blended well if you are going to be photographed to avoid a whitish cast.
    3. It stays well if in a AC environment..if out in a humid weather you need to touch up with a powder.

    Overall I do like this..especially in the winters..and also coz I like dewy finish.

    Rating:

    Quality: 4/5
    Value for money: 4/5
    Availability: 4/5

    Overall Rating: 4/5

    Would I buy it again: Yes

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

    Monave Loose Mineral Foundation Review,Swatches

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    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.