Southern Magnolia Mineral Makeup

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The benefits of Southern Magnolia Mineral Makeup are seemingly endless, and that spells good news for individuals who suffer from allergies, acne and other skin problems. Not only does the product lineup boast gentle ingredients safe for all skin types, it also offers a diverse and appealing color selection.

Apply your mineral makeup with a thick brush.

What's In It for You

Whether you're blessed with naturally flawless skin or suffer from an irritating condition that demands to be covered up, chances are you stand to gain something from a product that treats the skin with the care and respect it deserves. Southern Magnolia Minerals uses 100% pure minerals that are free of chemicals, preservatives, dyes, oils, perfumes and bismuth oxychloride. This is a binding ingredient that results in the shiny effect often seen after makeup is applied. It's known to cause skin irritations and clogged pores, and is best avoided in general if possible.

The Southern Magnolia Minerals foundation is formulated with:

Titanium Dioxide – a natural broad-spectrum sunscreen that provides UVA and UVB protection and acts as a barrier between the skin and makeup
Zinc Oxide – a natural broad-spectrum sunscreen that provides UVA and UVB protection, acts as a barrier between the skin and makeup and helps soothe skin irritations
Iron Oxide – a naturally-derived mineral that imparts color to cosmetics
Kosher Grade Rice Powder – an oil-absorbing ingredient that keeps the skin soft

In addition, the product line is touted as being water-resistant and sweat-proof, with a natural sun protection factor between 15 and 20.

In the Southern Magnolia Mineral Makeup Collection

The Southern Magnolia Mineral Makeup collection includes:

Blush
Body Shimmer
Bronzer
Brow Color
Concealer
Eyeliner
Eye Shadow
Foundation
Lip Gloss
Lip Liner
Lipstick
Makeup Brushes
Mascara
Powder
Skin Care

Foundation

The perfect face starts with a strong base. Southern Magnolia Minerals' foundation is available in fair to light, medium to dark and deep to tan formulas. Find the right color for your skin tone with a little help from the Foundation Color Chart.

When applying mineral makeup, it's important to remember that a little bit is all you need to achieve complete coverage. The most important step is buffing, or blending, the makeup onto the skin. For greater coverage, simply apply a thin layer on top of an existing layer and buff thoroughly. If your skin is dry, add a touch of moisturizer to the makeup prior to application. This will ensure a richer consistency.

Blush

There's nothing like a beautiful flush of color to perk up a sallow face. Even alone, a hint of blush can make a world of difference. Choose from any of 14 shades to achieve a natural, radiant glow. As with the foundation, mineral blush is highly concentrated and a little bit goes a long way. One jar may literally last you a lifetime!

Eye Shadow

Begin application of mineral eye makeup with a coat of eye shadow base across the lid. This will help the color last longer and look fresher. A diverse selection of colors is divided into seven groups, each consisting of several shades in either matte or pearl formulas. As with other types of eye shadows, mineral shadow takes on an intense, deep look when worn wet. Try a darker shade in the crease and a complementary light shade all over the lid for a clean, everyday look.

Lipstick

Enriched with vitamin E, shea butter and aloe, Southern Magnolia Minerals lipstick is creamy and long-lasting. It's available in four flattering shades that run the gamut from bold, vivacious pink to soft, neutral sand.

If you're especially crazy about mineral makeup, though, you might want to forgo the lipstick and opt instead for the Lip Dip Quintet. This cute set makes a great gift, but don't overlook its potential to make a place for itself in your own collection! In addition to a tube of coffee lip balm, the set also includes four jars of mineral eye shadow and blush (including barely-peach Apricot, soft violet-rose Berry Essence, vivid rose Raisin Red and dusky tan Mocha). Just dip the balm into the color of your choice and apply to your lips!

Starter Kits

If you're new to mineral makeup, grab yourself a starter kit. Several different collections are offered, but a fantastic choice for beginners is the Get Started Starter Kit. It includes everything from foundations to eye shadow, and it also comes complete with a how-to DVD from Bare Escentuals. BE are known as the masters of the art of mineral makeup application, so learning directly from the source will have you wielding that brush like an expert in no time.

Other Items

Of course, you need a high-quality brush to swirl, tap and buff that powder onto your skin! Southern Magnolia Minerals offers a lineup of facial brushes, as well as makeup bags, sifters, mixing bowls and skin care products.