What are the differences between Regular makeup & Mineral Makeup?  Mineral makeup is one of the fastest growing trends in the cosmetics industry in recent years. It's versatility, light-weight feel, ease of use, and non-comedogenic properties appeal to a new wave of cosmetic wearers who are demanding more natural choices for their skincare regime.

The best qualities of mineral makeup are the following: a light-weight feel with the option of layering for more coverage as needed, the simplicity of an all-in-one concealer and foundation, it's non-comedogenic and bacteria-resistant properties, it's natural & inert ingredients, and it's natural anti-inflammatory properties. All of these properties leave the mineral cosmetic wearer with the best qualities makeup can offer while leaving out those less so.

Is it waterproof? No, it is not. It is water resistant. This means that mineral cosmetics hold up well in moisture. Whether you get damp from sweating or being in the rain, your mineral makeup should hold up. Simply dab the excess water off, instead of rubbing it off.

Is it hard to remove? No, it isn’t hard to remove. Using any type of facial cleanser, cold cream, eye makeup remover, etc.- even soap and water- will remove it very effectively.

How can it last all day and still be easy to remove?  The basic properties of mineral makeup (titanium dioxide and iron oxides) have great adhesion properties. This means they bind well to the skin. There are no oils or waxes, which helps them to stay on longer. Finally, each ingredient is water- soluble. This makes them easy to remove, and is why they are not waterproof.

Does it really look natural? Yes. It won’t leave that tell-tale “mask” on your skin like a liquid foundation. Plus you can easily mix colors to give yourself the best match to your natural skin, which helps it look better.

Isn’t sericite a mica?  Yes, it is colorless mica. It adds a little more “slip” to the makeup, giving it a silkier feel. It has a very low shimmer to it and it becomes unnoticeable when mixed into the makeup.

Will it clog my pores? No it won’t. It is considered non-comedogenic and safe for women with sensitive skin.  It is lacking the oils and parabens associated with clogged pores.

Will it affect my acne?  It shouldn’t. Beautiful Girl MInerals are non-comedogenic, which means they won’t irritate acne-prone skin. In fact, many women with acne that use mineral makeup see their faces clear up after using it consistently for awhile. Those that do have trouble can usually attribute it to the “buffing”, cornstarch (which is a food product for bacteria), or bismuth oxychloride. BG Minerals is free of these ingredients.