mineral make up

mineral make up

Mineral Make-up: What’s all the fuss?

Mineral make-up has been touted as ‘the next big thing’ and

it seems it’s living up to the hype with mass-market brands

jumping on the bandwagon and transforming it from a boutique

buy to mainstream must-have.

So, what is it exactly?

Mineral make-up comprises crushed minerals like mica, zinc

oxide, titanium dioxide and iron oxides. The formulations are

hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic

(free from heavy, pore-clogging fillers) and don’t include potential

irritants such as fragrance, oil, chemical dyes, silicones, and in

some cases talc. They also contain a high content of titanium dioxide

and zinc oxide, two natural sunscreens, commonly found in

traditional suncreams.

Mineral foundation works well across most skin types making it a

popular choice when it comes to foundation. It’s perfect for skins

that are starting to show the first signs of ageing as it nourishes the

skin as well as providing a diffused finish.

It also suits the most sensitive of skins – including acne and rosacea

sufferers and post-operative skin (mineral make-up is often used

after non-invasive procedures such as laser hair removal or

microdermabrasion to conceal redness and avoid additional irritation)

– as it doesn’t contain any harsh or irritating properties that can cause

further aggravation.

With so many mineral foundations on the market, it’s easy to get

confused and think that they’re all the same, however mineral

make-up formulas generally fall into two distinct categories: those

that refrain from using any form of parabens

(best for those suffering from acne, rosacea or sensitive skin) and

those that use some form of synthetic fillers, colours, binders and

preservatives in their formulas.

Additionally, some sources say that there is one ingredient to be

aware of if you suffer from severe acne and sensitive skin. It’s

bismuth oxycholoride. This is a pearlising agent that is very

common in both traditional and some mineral foundations; it’s what

gives mineral make-up its silky feel and good adhesive qualities,

however the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) cite it as a

“potential irritant” when it comes into contact with the skin so

those with severe acne and sensitive skin may want to opt for

a bismuth oxycholoride-free foundation.

Mineral foundations are one of the easiest products to apply,

another key selling point, which makes them great for first time

or novice foundation users. Simply buff the product into the

skin in circular motions until you get the desired coverage.

The more you buff, the more polished the finish will be.

The finish is lightweight, flawless and can easily be built

upon to achieve additional coverage in any areas that are

uneven or you think need a little more help.

permanent make up

permanent make up

PERMANENT MAKEUP COSMETIC TATTOO

Permanent Makeup also known as Permanent Cosmetics,

Micro-pigmentation or Cosmetic Tattoos are now widely available

from many cosmetic surgeries.

Permanent makeup is becoming an increasingly
popular cosmetic procedure, not just for those
who wish to forget their daily makeup routine
but also for those who have skin imperfections
or allergies to conventional makeup. Permanent
Makeup also known as Permanent Cosmetics,
Micropigmentation or Cosmetic Tattoos are now widely available from many cosmetic
surgeries.
The permanent cosmetics are made possible through a procedure called
Micro pigmentation. This involves embedding an organic pigment underneath the skin
to add permanent colour, a hand-held device that punctures the skin hundreds of
times per minute with a very thin needle is used to push the pigment into the
desired location, much the same as a regular tattoo.

When performed by a trained medical professional, permanent make-up can
appear natural and attractive. The tattoo or makeup may be applied to any
part of the body and to all age groups, popular uses include; enhancing the
eyebrows, altering or enhancing the color of the lips, adding or augmenting
beauty marks and creating permanent eyeliner and lip liner.

The procedure is relatively painless: your plastic surgeon will use a local
anesthetic to numb the area where the tattoo is to be placed. Depending
on the type of cosmetic tattoo, the procedure usually takes anywhere
between 30 minuets to 2 hours.


Recovery time is relatively fast, after mild swelling and redness accompanying
the procedure, most patients are able to return to work or other activities
the very same day.
It can take up to six weeks for the pigment to become permanently incorporated
in the desired location. During this time there will be a slight fading of the
pigment as some of it is removed by your body and some tattoos may appear
crusty for a few days as the pigment dries. To counter act this natural response,
a slightly greater amount of pigment than you actually need to achieve your desired
results will be placed at the time of your procedure.

There are of course risks involved with the treatment. The greatest risk is having
an untrained individual perform this procedure. Cosmetic tattoos are available
everywhere and there are not necessarily regulated.
Achieving perfect results requires knowledge of the skin, the structure of the face
and lots of experience. Knowledge in color theory and how color theory
relates to the pigment in skin is also essential as our natural pigment contributes
greatly to final color.

If permanent makeup sounds right for you, be sure to add it to your medical tour

to help make your trip a time to accomplish all the procedures you have been

putting off.