I.D. Bare Escentuals Bare Minerals, Part Deux!

[Not Afraid]

I don't like the mess of it nor do I like the way it wears on me. I have another "moneral" powder/base I got at Nordstrom's called "Cover FX" that is a pressed version of a mineral powder and it goes on smoothly and lightly. I've gotten to the point where I rarely wear more than lipstick and sunscreen lately and when I do wear more makeup, I'm usually doing it on the run. So, this brand works well for travel and is less messy.

[BarTopDancer]

Originally Posted by LSPoorEeyorick

OK, I'm dredging up a really old thread here... but...

Is anybody still using Bare Minerals? How's it doin' for you? Any tips for a new user? Like... is it really noncomedogenic?

I do it. I love it. Go to Sephora (or ULTA) and buy the starter kit. It will come with everything you need (brushes, 2 foundations, and an instructional DVD). It's an incredibaly good deal. Watch the DVD before you try to apply anything.

I don't find it messy as I only peel back a tiny bit of the paper over the holes. I also don't have a lot of jars so identifying which is which isn't difficult for me. I love how it wears and covers and my break-outs are near gone. I have bought the eyebrow kit as well as some additional blushes. I do not like the warmth that comes with the starter kit, it looks horrible with my complexion. So I gave it away (it was open) and sold the other foundation that I didn't use on ebay.

A little really does go a long way, it lasts so much longer than regular make-up.

The wonderful thing about Sephora, besides their huge display, is that if you don't like it they will take it back.

I really recommend it H.

[MickeyD]

I've been using Bare Minerals for a little over a year now and it works well for me.

I mostly only use the foundation though, not the warmth & mineral veil that came with the starter kit, although I do wear the mineral veil sometimes during the summer because it cuts down on "shine."

My skin is prone to break outs, and I haven't had any problems using Bare Minerals, so I guess it is non-comedeogenic.

I don't know why, but I've never had a problem with it being messy, so I can't really speak to that.....

Overall, I really recommend it.