How to Use Mineral Foundation Wet or Dry
mineral foundation is attractive to a lot of people. However, liquid foundation provides coverage that they fear that they will have to give up. They do not realize that one of the great things about mineral foundation is that it can be used wet or dry. Both methods offer big benefits. It is important to understand how to use mineral foundation wet and dry. This will help you get the best results at any time regardless of your skin’s current condition.
You will use the special horsehair brush that came with your makeup to apply your mineral foundation. You will use this brush whether you are applying the foundation wet or dry. Just make sure that you keep the brush very clean so that you can reuse it each day.
Dry mineral foundation provides light coverage. This does not mean that blemishes or irregularities will show through. It just means that foundation will feel light on the surface of your face. Of course you still will be able to layer on mineral powder foundation to cover lines and wrinkles.
Here are some of the benefits that you get from using mineral foundation as dry powder:
* It hides creases and wrinkles by reflecting light. This will decrease evidence of aging. The mica flakes are slightly more effective dry rather than wet.
* If feels like not wearing makeup. The powder settles across your skin for a smooth, natural look.
* You can sleep in your dry mineral foundation if you want. Of course if you can it is better to remove your makeup. Dry mineral foundation is less likely to block your pores overnight.
Applying mineral foundation involves swirling the horsehair brush in the powder. Tap the excess off the brush. Buff the powder onto your face. You can apply as many layers as you like. The end result will be light, bright and natural. You can apply more cosmetics like blush or bronzer over the mineral foundation.
Others prefer to use wet mineral foundation. They think that they get better coverage from this method. Mineral foundation covers evenly either way though, so this is largely a personal preference. Wet mineral foundation gives people a more “made up” look that lots of people think is more glamorous. It is less natural, but may be viewed as more professional. It provides a smooth palate for additional makeup. To apply mineral foundation in a liquid form, dip the brush in the dry mineral powder. Tap the powder off the brush and into your palm or the lid. You should not ever get the entire contents of your mineral foundation wet at once. Moisten the brush and swirl the foundation around. This will cause the liquid mineral foundation to stick to the brush. You can blend it with your fingers.
Ultimately you can wear mineral foundation wet or dry. You will love the natural look and the positive response that you get from your skin when you wear your mineral foundation.