Jane Iredale PurePressed Base Mineral Powder |
I tried this Jane Iredale mineral foundation for the first time on a hot, sunny day here in NYC a number of years ago. I was almost out of my normal liquid foundation and pressed powder and decided to search for an all-in-one product. I have, in the past, been allergic to some ingredients in certain face products so I was careful to find a product that wouldn't irritate my sensitive skin.
I stumbled upon some reviews of this on a makeup-review website and was excited that it is also very natural and earth-friendly (natural ingredients, no dyes or parabens, vegan, gluten-free). I was really intrigued at it's claim of being a concealer, foundation, powder, and sunscreen (SPF 20) in one. That it was great for those with sensitive or acne-prone skin was also a plus. So I ventured off to C.O. Bigelow to try it. (Side note: this is an excellent source of quality health and beauty products in Manhattan if you are ever in the area.)
I was a little nervous at first because I had never worn mineral makeup before and was afraid that it would make me look too much like a ghost and washed out. The sales attendant helped me pick out a shade and had me put it on myself. I was amazed at how natural it looked. Sheer or layered to get a fuller coverage. Again, very natural-looking with no makeup line whatsoever. I love most that it is a multi-task product and has minimized the time I take to apply my makeup. Sometimes, I apply wet to my under-eye area or on a blemish for a bit of concealing, but I usually do use a separate liquid concealer as well.
On me, the coverage lasts all day. The foundation is also water resistant and I have confirmed this with many days at the beach with just this product on my face. It's very lightweight; I don't feel like I have anything on my face. It keeps my slightly oily T-zone looking good although I do sometimes need to freshen up if I am going out somewhere in evening.
The compact (with mirror, puff, and magnetic closure) is very slim, albeit a little on the heavy side. I apply with a rounded, kabuki-style brush and I find this to be better than the included puff. I love that the mineral base pan is removable and refillable. I need to buy a refill about every three months or so. I buy one shade for the winter and one for summer when my face is a bit darker. I love the compact for travel and appreciate not having to carry another liquid item on the plane.
This is definitely a holy grail makeup product for me.
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I just stumbled upon your site today and I love it already. This is actually one of my favorite powder foundations. Pricey, but worth it.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to seeing more posts and product recommendations.
Aw thanks, Grace. Glad to have you as reader.
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