Good for you / bad for you

By Susan Melgren

Thursday, September 11, 2008

If you’ve watched infomercials on the TV Guide channel or walked down a cosmetics aisle lately, you’ve probably noticed the growing number of mineral makeups available. Mineral makeup comes in a variety of forms, such as foundations, blushes and eye shadows, and bases its popularity on the notion that it’s better for your skin than other makeups.

Although this last point is open to debate, Lee Bittenbender, Lawrence dermatologist, says that any woman who wears make-up should consider using mineral makeup. Mineral makeups can be beneficial both for what they do and don’t include. Because it lacks fragrances, oils and preservatives, mineral makeup is less likely to irritate the skin. The addition of vitamins, anti-oxidants and sunscreen also helps to nourish and protect the skin.

Bittenbender warns that not all mineral makeups are alike, however. Cosmetic companies may advertise their products as natural, but Bittenbender says this is an advertising buzzword and an unregulated term that means nothing on the market. A makeup may contain minerals commonly found in the more expensive brands, but these makeups may also contain the same fragrances and oils as other makeups. Be sure to check the label before you make a purchase.

Bittenbender recommends brands such as Bare Minerals and Jane Iradale.

VERDICT: GOOD FOR YOU

 

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