Pressed Powder Makeup: an alternative to liquid makeup
Makeup artists tend to say that starting off with properly prepared skin is a lot like being an artist starting off with properly prepared canvas. In essence, deciding on the right foundation for one’s skin is extremely important before going through the daily beauty routine of applying other makeup such as eyeliner and lipstick.
Deciding on the right foundation is a job for each woman to experiment with as each woman will realize that what works for another person might not work for her. Deciding on what type of makeup one would like to use is a good start.
There are two camps of makeup: liquid make up and pressed powder makeup. Many women will realize that using pressed powder makeup is less messy than its liquid counterpart and more convenient as one would not need to go through the hassle of replacing sponge applicators. On the other hand, those who use powder makeup could apply makeup choosing from their own small collection of beauty brushes that may include kabuki, buffer, or contour brushes.
How often have you looked into your purse, only to find that your liquid makeup has spilled inside? A definite advantage of using pressed powder makeup is that it is safe to throw the compact into your purse, knowing that it won’t explode! The convenience of having a tidy touch-up at your fingertips for your makeup, leaving you to get on with your busy life, can not be underestimated. Add a hairbrush and lipstick, and your purse is a portable quick-fix makeup friend.
Pressed powder makeup often works better than liquid makeup for women with oily skin because it effectively absorbs any oily sheen, leaving a matte face. Women allergic to talcum should check the ingredients of pressed powder makeup because the presed powder versions of many high-end makeup brands include talc and may cause irritations in those who have allergies.
In the last decade, the world of cosmetics at both the retail and consumer levels has been revolutionized with a new product. “Bare cosmetics” are all-natural, containing primarily minerals and other non-chemical additives. The results work as well as traditional makeup, but do not result in irritation or blemishing seen in products containing additives. The results, particularly in people who are sensitive to chemicals, or suffering from flushing and redness of the face are tremendous.
You can learn more about pressed powder makeup and beauty brushes by visiting our website dedicated to bare cosmetics.
- Samantha Steiner