Written by S. Thompson | Posted in Beauty |

It seems that makeup has become an integral part of our society as more and more women try to achieve that perfect look modeled after Hollywood celebrities and the like.

The makeup industry has long been embroiled in controversy over what ingredients they use in their products, and to a greater extent, how they test these products. It has long been known that some of the makeup giants have tested their products on animals. Regardless, there continues to remain an element of unease in some consumers, waiting and wondering to see if their mascara or water resistant foundation may end up causing some ill effects in the future. A new fad that may potentially combat such problems is mineral makeup. As its name suggests, this type of makeup is derived from minerals or tiny rocks found within the earth. Since mineral products are not overly expensive or difficult to find, many consumers have found the switch easy to make. If you haven’t given thought to switching to a safer line of products, perhaps it is time that you weigh the benefits of mineral makeup.

If you ask anyone who has experimented with makeup for years on end, they will tell you that it can quite easily cause skin irritation. Reports of acne and dry skin are common with frequent makeup wearers. Even the best waterproof foundation products and whatnot are prone to triggering adverse reactions in the skin, probably more so due to their chemically-laden composition. Since mineral makeup removes the need for any synthetically produced additives (like fragrances and dyes), there is a drastically reduced risk of encountering such problems. Conventional makeup can often include some very toxic substances, including mercury. Mercury, the only metal that is a liquid at room temperature, can be absorbed by the skin and cause all sorts of nasty health problems later down the line. It has a cumulative effect in that each amount absorbed by the body is stored to eventually wreak havoc. Many states have failed to pass regulation limiting what makeup manufacturers can put in their products, so it’s safe to say you really don’t know what you’re getting with conventional makeup.

Many of the minerals which your will find in mineral makeup have naturally occurring properties that promote skin health. Take for instance titanium dioxide, which is used in numerous consumer products to convert UV rays into heat. When added to makeup, it can slow the progression of pigmentation, freckles and wrinkles that are often exasperated by sun exposure. Zinc oxide, another compound commonly found in mineral makeup products, also has UV protection properties in addition to anti-bacterial properties.

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