Comments on: Neutrogena Mineral Sheers Powder Foundation Review

By: ANGIE

ANGIE — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 16:23:16 +0000

I have tried B.E. as well and I used for about 6 months, then i started to realize, i was getting more blackheads and contact dermatitis on my forhead. I didn’t think it was B.E. because i thought it was good makeup….but once I stopped using it, the bumps went away and i have less break outs. I checked online, and i guess the Bismuth oxychloride found in many mineral makeup can cause the bumps and break outs.

By: Pas71

Pas71 — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 15:26:32 +0000

I should mention that the container in the picture is not the one that I tried. Mine came in a compact with a sponge applicator.

I’ve been meaning to try Bare Essentuals for some time. Next time I’m in a Sephora where the MAs aren’t too busy, I think I’ll give it a go.

By: M.S

M.S — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:36:04 +0000

I have been using Bare Essentuals for over a year now and love it. I have acne and I think that it actually helps with it. I do however have oily skin and sometimes have to re-apply the mineral veil to absorb the shine. Otherwise, it is the best product for me.

By: C.L

C.L — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 01:59:35 +0000

I have to agree with Marie. I have acne along with rosacea, including broken capillaries in my cheeks, and I find Bare Essentials is a pretty good solution. Seems to calm my skin down, does not promote acne. Excellent coverage, although it is important to apply in light layers so as not to look cakey. Tends to look better when applied over moisturizers and after about 10 – 20 minutes of absorbing oils on skin. If you don’t like the silica enhanced shine you can dust over it with their “mineral veil” which seems to do the trick (and also absorbs oil).
I did not think the Neutrogena product went on as well.
The only drawback with Bare Essentuals: a really primative application system. The sifter has holes that are too large for some of the minerals, leaving you with a jar full of exploding powder in the lid. Messy in the bathroom.

By: Marie

Marie — Sun, 17 Feb 2008 20:57:10 +0000

I think if you try the cheaper types of mineral makeup you are going to be disappointed. Best to try out a mineral makeup at a counter and see what it does for you. I’ve used Bare Essentials with great results (I have a read nose and red cheeks which is hard to cover with regular liquid foundation without resorting to a green concealer as I have fair skin). I found B.E. looks natural and covers extremely well. I also think the technique of buffing (circular motion) really helps with the application.