How many of you use Bare Minerals Face Make up??

[moosmom]

I just ordered some and need feedback.

Bare Minerals (Bare Essentials?) is an all natural face make up that is in powder form. It's good for your skin and hides age spots (yeah, I've got 'em), dark circles (yeah, I've got those too ) and other blemishes.

I can't wait to try it. It comes with a 60 day money back guarantee. If I don't like it, I return it for a full refund.

Anyone else use it?? How do you like it? Give me the dirt, girls. Let me know what you do and don't like about it.

[CatMama78]

I use it and I love it. The only draw back is it's so messy. I have powder all over my bathroom counter.

[caseysmom]

Where did you buy it? I checked it out on makeupalley.com it got good reviews. I use estee lauder oil free foundation and estee lauder double pressed powder...I would love to just use a powder.

[Jadapit]

I have been thinking about getting that make up for awhile. I may do it yet. I just dont like the cream foundation much anymore. Maybe it's because I'm getting older huh?

[anna_66]

Funny you would bring this up Donna. I just seen something about it the other day and was contemplating on getting some myself.
Please let us know how you like it, if you do I may just have to get some myself

[catland]

I'm not much of a makeup user but as my skin gets older and, well, older - (why oh why didn't I use more sunscreen when I was younger ) - it starts to sound more appealing.

I've seen a lot of advertising for it lately. Let us know how it works.

[moosmom]

I've never used a foundation. Just some kinda cream to cover up the dark circles and then a translucent powder and blush. My moisturizer is Revenescence by Charles of the Ritz. A very dear friend who will turn 92 on the 20th has used it since she was 20 years old. Her skin is flawless and she looks like she's only 70!!

Anyway, I had seen ads for the Bare Essentials and thought I'd treat myself for Mother's Day. I got a $180 package for 2 payments of $29.99. Not bad. I've heard great things about it.

Catmama,

I'm not worried about making a mess. I always made a mess when I used the translucent powder!!

I'll take before and after pictures once I get the stuff and you guys can judge for yourself.

Catland,

I did the same thing when I was young, worshipped the sun! My face is paying dearly for it now. I'd rather be alive and pale than tan and dead!!

[robinh]

Have seen ads, so I'll be really interested to see how you like it. I have dark circles under my eyes and bags big enough to pack.

[neko1]

Both my mother and myself use this makeup and we love it!!! It's really easy to apply and doesn't seem to have that make-upy look to your face, it's natural.

Yes the powder does get messy because I use two different colors and I pour a little bit of each onto the inside of one of the lids and blend with the brush. I also love the mineral veil that goes on after it, nice and light.

My mother has dark spots on her face and it covers them up nicely.

Can you tell we love Bare Minerals?!!!

[Kater]

I use bareMinerals! I bought it for the first time in late January. The 1.50 oz. foundation (I use just one shade) and mineral veil lasted me six months! However, I'm fairly light handed with makeup application, don't wear it everyday and use the swirl-tap-buff application method. I believe the kits come with somewhat smaller sized jars (less than 1.50 oz.).

I absolutely prefer it to liquid foundation! I still have one tube of liquid foundation lurking in my makeup bag and I don't know if I'll ever use it up! I try to put it on fairly early in my morning routine because I like how it looks once it "soaks in" a bit and once my oily skin helps bring it closer to the skin surface (if that makes sense ). I'm not sure how this product would work for someone with very dry skin, it could be a problem. I've always been oily, so I'm clueless about that.

I would feel nervous choosing a foundation shade without trying it on first - so for those of you who are considering buying it and have a Sephora in your area, I would suggest going in and getting someone to match your skin tone. However, I'm also just really bad at that so I may need more help than most. Once you know your shade you can purchase it online at Sephora (http://www.sephora.com/browse/produc...tegoryId=C7010). The online prices are the same as those at my local Sephora store.

I don't use the Bare Escentuals brushes because I already had some brushes before I discovered bareMinerals. I think the brushes are probably a good investment once you determine you are satisfied with the makeup.

Lastly, I also bought one of the powder eyeshadows and I have to admit I'm not that happy with it. Maybe it's because my eyelids are dry and I don't apply any kind of base – but the stuff does not *stick* very well. So for right now, when it comes to eyeshadow, I prefer the cheaper brands you can find in drug stores. Hey Donna, if they mention any tips about eyeshadow application on the DVD could you fill me in?

Hope that helps.

[christa]

I'm also interested in how you like Bare Minerals! I've been considering it for myself!

I recently switched from Clinique foundation to Jafra. I really LOVE it (for a liquid foundation) . . . goes on super smoothe & blends well.

Definitely let us know how you like BM! Everyone else seems to love it! Must be good stuff!

[moosmom]

Kater,

Once I watch the DVD, I'll send it to you if you'd like. When I called to order it, they tried selling me all this other stuff and I declined. I only wear blush and lipstick when I go to work and if I ever go out someplace nice (not very often), so I'm sure this stuff'll last me a while.

The guy that took my order asked me if I had skin like Nicole Kidman. I said no I am not that pale, but I burn very easily. He told me what shade I needed. I can always exchange it if it doesn't look good.

Now I can't wait to get it!! Thanks for all the feedback!

[kitten645]

Moosmom, have you tried this yet? I just got my order and I must say I love it so far but of course it's always way fun to have a new toy..LOL. I rarely wear makeup other than mascara and eyeliner but I really like this so far. A little does seem to go a long way. I've always hated cream foundation because it feels so heavy and gets absorbed into my skin within an hour. Then I feel like all this goop is on my skin.
As far as matching colors goes, I've usually had it pretty easy because although I don't have Nicole kidmans color (WHO does??) I'm really really (and I do mean really!) fair. They sent me the lightest color and the next one up. I think that works well because I can use the lightest in the winter and now that I have some color (though I burn at the slightest ray) I can use the next and then mix them.
I'd love to know what you think.
Claudia

[shais_mom]

I have perusing this site for a few days wondering about getting it!

I was planning on waiting until I go to Cali and get it then so I can be sure I will like it.

[krazyaboutkatz]

I just looked at the link that Kater gave us and there's a Sephora store very close to me. I guess I should check this out. I have very oily skin and always have. I'd love to use a product that covers well and keeps my skin from looking shiny and oily.