by Marilyn Etzel What is it that we like about mineral makeup? It's sheer, light, and most importantly, doesn't make us look like our sweet, but over-done Great Aunt Margaret. Mostly though, it is the good ingredients that make up the mineral cosmetics we find the most appealing. Read the ingredient list of the mineral makeup products on the market. Some have added fillers to their formulas. The fillers make up a larger portion of the cosmetics than the minerals do. Know what you are getting … [Read more...]

by Marilyn Etzel Beauty is one thing we women have wanted to achieve for ages. Chemicals can damage your skin so we turn to natural beauty treatments to do the trick without harmful side effects. If you are in favor of beauty and looking your best, try home beauty recipes. Even companies that say their beauty products are organic or all natural are not always being totally honest with you. A product that contains natural oils may only contain a small percentage of the actual oil and a large … [Read more...]

by Marilyn Etzel One of the dreaded overnight surprises is dark under eye circles. Looking in the mirror and seeing those when you are in a hurry in the morning can give you a fright. Learn to combat this pesky problem naturally and save some money. Why do we get those circles? There are a variety of causes. For one, stress and sleeplessness can produce the dark circles. Restorative sleep allows the body to repair itself at night. Without it, you could end up with those nasty circles. … [Read more...]

by Marilyn Etzel Mineral makeup is everywhere you look these days. The minerals in the cosmetics are found naturally in the earth. Using them adds a natural glow to your face. But, all mineral cosmetics don't only contain minerals but other compounds. One filler that is commonly used is bismuth oxychloride. The main component, bismuth, can be located on the periodic table squeezed between arsenic and antimony. From the former, you can guess that it keeps quite toxic company. As a standalone … [Read more...]

by Marilyn Etzel The purpose of makeup is to provide a flawless natural appearance to the skin. Mineral makeup fulfills that purpose by solving the problem of getting a natural look. The mix of fine minerals is safe for most skin tones and types. There are a variety of mineral cosmetics on the market. Though the makeup is created from natural ingredients, some may contain fillers. Choosing which one looks the best is really a matter of taste. What ingredients are important to you? What do you … [Read more...]