Mary Kay – Mineral Powder Foundation Review
Posted On: 03/13/08
Posted in: Foundations, Mineral Makeup
Mary Kay Mineral Powder Foundation ($28.00)
The face is like a fresh canvas — Mary Kay Mineral Powder Foundation provides the ideal base for transforming the face into a masterpiece of color. The consistency is lightweight and buildable, allowing women to determine their own preferred coverage level and desired color impact. With a sweep of the brush, the multitasking powder-based foundation glides on easily, blends seamlessly and hugs the skin for long-lasting coverage. Mary Kay Mineral Powder Foundation controls shine and instantly conceals minor skin imperfections, helping to create a glamorous finish like those produced by professional makeup artists.
What I liked: First, I found that Beige 2 was a good color-match for my skintone, and I always seem to have trouble finding a suitable shade when it comes to mineral makeup, so that was a pleasant surprise. You get a nice amount for the price, and I feel like the jar would last me at least six months, if not more. Since it is a powder, the shelf life is even better than a liquid foundation, since it is harder (almost impossible) for powders to harbor bacteria (which like wet and moist environments, e.g. liquids). It is incredibly fine milled, making it easier to pick up and buff onto the skin. The biggest secret to mineral makeup is buffing it into the skin, rather than just placing it on it. The more you buff, the more it works into the skin and becomes “one” with it (ha!). It is a soft, buildable mineral foundation, though I would say it tops off at light-medium coverage, so those who want heavy coverage should probably still opt for heavy creams and/or liquids.
What I didn’t like: Nothing stuck out about this that made me go, “Grr!” The packaging could be a bit more sleek/aesthetically pleasing, perhaps, but I think that’s such a minor (and not to mention, superficial!) detail that can easily be overlooked. I think they should promote a buffer brush with this, just because I find that works much better than any other powder brush! The color range only includes six shades, which makes it fairly limited in my eyes, so I’m not sure how our lightest/darkest ladies will fair in finding an appropriate match.
Thursday, March 13, 2008
I was wondering if anyone else with sensitive skin has tried mineral make up? I can’t wear powder or foundation or I break out, and I am dying to jump on the bandwagon! (Of course it’s advertised as natural and non-comedogenic but I’d rather believe user reviews than advertisements)
Thursday, March 13, 2008
I don’t know what Mary Kay’s product uses, but if you’re jumping on the mineral band wagon, be sure to avoid products with talc and bismuth oxychloride. Those will most certainly clog your skin/make you break out. I also have sensitive skin and cannot use those ingredients in products.
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Nora’s totally right – bismuth and talc often cause breakouts and skin reactions for those with sensitive skin. I’m not positive myself on the ingredients list for these, but I would definitely look out and be sure whatever mineral product you tried didn’t have those!
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Thanks guys!!! I’ll have to check my stash but I know I can’t use Clinique for sure (which they say is soooo mild). I can get away with a little cream/gel blush (tarte, hard candy, benetint). I’ll have to make a little cheat sheet for my next Sephora trip =) Thanks again!
Thursday, March 13, 2008
I have super sensitive skin.
The Mary Kay mineral powder foundation was light, soft, silky smooth and caused absolutely no problems on my skin.
It’s great. I really love it !
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Hey Claudia,
I have really oily breakout prone skin and Bare Escentuals Mineral makeup has been awesome for me. It’s a little expensive, but no more so than the Clinique & Estee Lauder liquids I was using that evaporated by midday and left me shiny & broken out. I’ve been using BE for about 4 years now and my skin has never looked better. I’d say try it & avoid the Mary Kay mineral foundation. The MK foundation contains TALC which makes my skin breakout really fast. Just my 2 cents!!
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Hi Kathy, I am sorry to hear that the mineral foundation does not work for you, but if you have oily skin you could have tried the cream to powder or even the loose powder. These other foundations could give you the coverage that you need. You should always ask your consultant what ingredients are in the products. Please do not buy Mary Kat products from anyone who is not an active consultant, beacause the products may be old and When you buy from your consultant she backs up Mzary Kay’s promise of 100% satisfaction guarantee. You also get yo try before you buy it. Here are the ingrediants for MaryKay’s Mineral Foundation:Ingredients
Talc , Zea Mays (Corn) Starch , Zinc Stearate , Dimethicone , Boron Nitride , Zeolite , Methylparaben , Sorbic Acid , Ethylene/Methacrylate Copolymer , Propylparaben , Tetrasodium EDTA , Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate , BHT , Iron Oxides , Mica
If anyone has further questions please either contact your consultant or you can contact me at grimeslle@marykay.com. Thank you and God Bless!!!
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Hi LaShandra, I was just wondering if the mineral foundation has spf coverage also? Do you know offhand if Bare Essentials also has talc in their ingredients?
Thanks
Deb
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Hi Deb, thanks for your question. No, Mary Kay’s Mineral foundation does not have SPF coverage, but we have a tinted TimeWise Moisturizer with Sunscreen SPF 20, the TimeWise Day Solution Sunscreen SPF 25 (this is part of our TimeWise Miracle cleansing set), & Mary Kay also has some Sun Care products which includes SPF 30 Sunscreen and our latest Tinted Lip Balm Sunscreen 15(they come in 5 fabulous colors). As far as Bare Essentials I looked on their website and they say that their product does not contain TALC. TALC is a mineral I am trying to find out more information on what is used for in the foundation. I hope that this answers your questions Deb, if you have anymore you can contact me @ grimeslle@marykay.com or visit my web site MaryKay.com/grimeslle
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
The first step to beautiful skin starts with a good skin care regimen. Mary Kay offers the essentials to great skin.
If you have a good cleanser and moisturizer than you can use they new Mineral Powder products without any problems!
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
i have very sensitive as well and i would recommend LA Minerals since it doesn’t have talc and bismuth which other brands have. I’m not sure though if mary kay contains either.
Saturday, September 6, 2008
I agree with you gem, I’ve tried tons of mineral makeup and so far I like the Hollywood foundation from LA Minerals the best. No break outs, and it covers good and lasts all day.
Friday, September 5, 2008
Mineral make-up is the way to go if you have sensitive skin, eczema or rosacea. However, it’s wise to check the ingredients. DASH Minerals doesn’t have any fillers, like bismuth oxychloride. I suffered from frequent break-outs – hives, red splotches, etc. I tried a couple of types of mineral make-up and I found that DASH Minerals was not only affordable, but also provided the coverage I like.
Thursday, October 30, 2008
I have a skin disorder, Rosacea! And I can use Mary Kay mineral Powder it feels good on my skin. I order mine at marykay.com/hilmal. The brush is sold separately but it’s nice too!
Thursday, May 14, 2009
I am using the Mineral make up and have very sensitive skin. It makes my face tingley, but the rep said that I will need to wait at least one week so that my face can get used to it. I have never worn make up products either. I hope this helps. I will let you the results in a week.
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Hi Lady B, I just called the Mary Kay Consultant line about your question and the suggest that you try to find out what your allergic to. Some tingle is ok, but hives, swollen eyes are not. Try putting on just that product on your lower cheek, chin area for 4 to 5 days to see what happens. If you have no reaction then it should be safe to apply all over for another 4 to 5 days to see if you are having a reaction. Try all your products separately the same way to try to figure out what products might be bothering you. Once you have isolated the product then you can analyze the ingredients with a doctor. I hope that this helps you Lady B. If you have anymore questions please don’t hesitate to ask me or your consultant. God Bless, LaShandra (www.grimeslle@marykay.com)
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
i have been using marykay for a while now.and it does a wonderful job covering imperfections.. beacuse i deal with acne and it help cover it and make me look like i did not have any acne.but i still have continued to break out but i dont know if it the make up or not.hope this give you some incite on the product.oh yea and it matches my skin perfectly that is so hard to find
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Wow – Mary Kay! I haven’t thought about them in a long time. I used to be an avid Mary Kary wearer, but was turned off by the packaging and the pressure to be a Mary Kay team member – ahhh!
I always did like their foundation, though, so I’m intigued by this product. Although I think I’ll hold out for the mineral foundation that MAC is supposed to launch in May.
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Hey Tuprnut! I know, talk about an old school brand, right? I always associated it with older women.
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Mary Kay is NOT your grandmother’s Mary Kay. Go to their website and you will see a huge difference. Not only do they have mineral based foundation but eye and cheek colors are also launching.
Friday, March 21, 2008
I definitely agree! They’ve been revamping their line to modernize it :)
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
not to be rude or anything; but you guys obviously have not saw our new stuff & have never attended some of our meetings because “old” women or what ever u associate it with only makes up maybe 10% of our ladies..
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Hi Sar,
I think that’s the thing, though, because we have these conceptions of Mary Kay from years ago–and it’s not accessible to me whatsoever in person, so I don’t have the opportunity to see customers at the Mary Kay store or anything, you know?
Thursday, March 20, 2008
I noticed you were waiting for MAC in May. I just saw an add for it and it is $11 more than Mary Kay. Also remember, Mary Kay offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If for any reason you don’t like it you will get a full refund and at $18 it is $11 cheaper than the new MAC powder. I saw the MAC powder in an add today so they must have launched early (yes I am a Mary Kay consultant).
Friday, March 21, 2008
Thanks for the tip, Donna! I have tried Mary Kay’s – it was okay, but I didn’t love it enough to switch from liquid to mineral yet.
Sunday, July 13, 2008
If you really like the products, when you contact a Mary Kay consultant, be clear and up front that you have absolutely no interest in becoming a team member and ask that they respect your wishes.
I am a Mary Kay consultant. I hate being given a song and dance when I am interested in a product. Therefore, I don’t do it with my clients. I have too much respect for them.
I agree with you, the products are awesome. I just love them.
Kindest regards,
Louise Lafontaine
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Check out the Mary Kay Mineral Bronzing Powders as well as the Mineral Powder Foundations
http://www.marykay.com/cleegroup/whatsnew/newproducts/compact/default.aspx?section=04
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Thanks, Catherine!
Saturday, May 10, 2008
I have problem skin…it’s very sensitive, I have rosacea, and I’m 43 yrs old. I have tried several “mineral” makeups that have bee baught from discout stores, online stores, and none of them seem to cover my red skin very well until I started using the basic cleaning system for your face by MK and started using the mineral makeup. I love it!!!! It doesn’t dry my skin out…stays put all day looking natural. This is the first make up that I have used that I have received compliments and have been asked what new make up I’m wearin. Everyone has their favorites for this or that reason,…Mine is I just LOVE the new MK mineral makeup…foundation, blush, and eyeshadows.
Sunday, May 11, 2008
I’m so glad you’ve had such success with it, Laura!
Thursday, May 15, 2008
I read from another email that the first ingredient listed for Mary Kay’s mineral make up is TALC. This was after I went to a Mary Kay party and asked the representative where the ingredients are listed and if it had SPF. The representative was uninformed. I also read from another email that it does not have any SPF. I will buy Bare Essentials next time.
Thursday, May 15, 2008
You should email them to ask, Paula!
Thursday, May 15, 2008
I say give MK minerals a try. I’ve used BE for over 5 yrs, and never thought I’d change, but I decided to give it a try & I’m SO glad I did. I think MK colors are more true & natural colors…BE seems to have a more orangy color to it when I put them side by side. However, keep in mind that it really does start with great skin. MK has wonderful skincare products…give them a try! (btw, I’m also a MK consultant-can u tell? :-) oh yeah, and I’m in my early 30’s–like some of you, I thought it was for older women but boy was I wrong!!)
Thursday, May 15, 2008
I’m really glad you’re enjoying Mary Kay’s mineral foundation!
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Mary Kay has two mineral foundations: Pressed powder and loose powder foundation.
Loose Mineral Powder is $18 less tax
Pressed Mineral Foundation is $16 less tax
The brushes which can be purchased separately;
Large powder brush is $10
Compact powder brush is 4.00
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Geez…Has anyone read through these comments? Yeah, some Mary Kay products DO contain talc. So does every other brand of skin care. Check out even Arbonne.
If you are sensitive, don’t use it. But, not everyone has that problem. Each individual should determine if they are able to use it.
Talc is only harmful if applied to certain “areas” and if inhaled. Maybe some of you should research that.
I totally respect trying to be healthy and not use toxic substances, but this is not the case.
Good luck! :)
Thursday, June 26, 2008
That’s very true, Celina! A lot of people don’t have issues with talc, bismuth, etc., which are popular ingredients across makeup brands. It’s about what works for you!
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
I WANT TO KNOW WHY MARY KAY IS CALLING IT MINERAL MAKEUP IF ITS HAS TALC IN IT WHICH IS NOT A MINERAL. THAT DOESNT ADD UP AT ALL. SOMEBODY PLEASE TELL ME WHAT IS IN THE MINERAL POWDER BESIDES TALC WHAT OTHER CHEMICALS ARE IN THIS MINERAL MAKEUP THAT IS NOT A MINERAL. ANY CONSULTANT PLEASE REPLY TO THIS QUESTION I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR YOUR COMMENTS. YOU CAN EMAIL ME AT glass_veronica@yahoo.com I AM ALSO CONSIDERING BECOMING A CONSULTANT FOR MARY KAY BUT I REALLY NEED TO KNOW THE ANSWER TO THIS QUESTION. I WOULD REALLY APPRECIATE IT THANK YOU.
Friday, July 11, 2008
All makeup, even mineral makeup has a certain amount of talc in it. Without the talc, it would clump up and you would be unable to apply it smoothly. Mary Kay has minimal amounts of talc. You can get this information by accessing the Mary Kay website and checking out products and their ingredients.
The Mary Kay company really tries very hard at having the finest and safest products on the market. They wouldn’t have stayed in business for so long otherwise.
These are products that I can use when I had given up on all other cosmetic products. I have super sensitive skin. But I’ve had absolutely no problems with Mary Kay.
You will have no regrets in becoming a Mary Kay Consultant. The benefits are incredible. The training is almost free and you can apply it to any part of your life. The tax deductions alone are a great incentive. Plus, you get your products at cost (plus taxes, shipping & handling). Your interaction with clients will be special. I just love it.
Good luck
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Hi Louise,
Thanks for this helpful information!
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Since when did science change and TALC change from being a mineral?
Talc (derived from the Persian via Arabic talq) is a MINERAL composed of hydrated magnesium silicate with the chemical formula H2Mg3(SiO3)4 or Mg3Si4O10(OH)2. In loose form, it is the widely used substance known as talcum powder.
Monday, April 6, 2009
Veronica,
You stated ” WANT TO KNOW WHY MARY KAY IS CALLING IT MINERAL MAKEUP IF ITS HAS TALC IN IT WHICH IS NOT A MINERAL.”
Please educate yourself before making such comments. The correct answer from Wikipedia:
Talc
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Talc (derived from the Persian talc via Arabic talq) is a mineral composed of hydrated magnesium silicate with the chemical formula H2Mg3(SiO3)4 or Mg3Si4O10(OH)2. In loose form, it is the widely used substance known as talcum powder.
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
Hi, i bought a MK mineral powder foundation several weeks ago. I was very enthusiastic about the product at first for it provided a medium coverage. However, later on I had breakouts which made me feel uneasy. I think mary kay is not really fit for sensitive skin.
Friday, July 11, 2008
You might be sensitive to some of the ingredients found in it – I believe talc is in it, which some people react to!
Thursday, July 10, 2008
Hi Millet….I’m curious as to what kind of skin care you use?? Are you using the Mary Kay skincare line? Also, I can tell you when I used BE I had more breakouts than I have since I started using MK minerals. Of course, I’m using the MK skincare line which I believe is the key.
Thursday, July 10, 2008
Keep in mind that some people (a few friends of mine actually) weren’t able to use BE so really any product line has the potential to cause irritation. Like Celina said, every person is different.
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Yea, even the lightest shade in this was too dark for me. but i gave it to my mom and it works wonders for her. she looked flawless. but all the foundations from mary kay that i have tried are too dark but the sheer mineral pressed powder thing. but its not so good with coverage obviously.
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Hi Hillary,
I am surprised that the MK cream foundations were too dark for you. The #100 is almost cream/white. The #104 & #105 have pinker tones but they are also very pale. Have you tried them?
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Where on the MK website would I find the list of ingredients for MK Mineral Powder Foundation? I’ve attempted finding it on the site with no success.
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Email the brand, that’s the best way to get ingredient lists.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
I was trying to find out what minerals were used in the mary kay mineral powders. Why is it that you can not find out what any of the ingredients are for any of the mary kay products.
Saturday, September 20, 2008
Try emailing them asking for the ingredient list.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
No bismuth in MK mineral powder. Email the company, or ask your consultant to get the ingredients. You can email me too if you want. :)
Friday, June 12, 2009
I’m NOT a Mary Kay consultant, but I just tried their mineral foundation yesterday, and all I can say is WOW! This is exactly what I’ve been looking for! I’m a dark-skinned African-American woman, and I have a very hard-to-match skintone, but Bronze 2 fit me perfectly.
I’m new to mineral makeup, and I’ve been sampling several brands. None of them were able to provide me a natural-looking coverage that allowed my own skintone to show through…they gave great coverage, but the makeup ended up looking like a mask, and the colors weren’t always right. MK provides great coverage that looks completely natural, and the $10 flat-top brush that comes with the powder is amazing! It’s even better than the Jane Iredale brush that costs four times as much.
I’m aware that the Mary Kay makeup isn’t all natural, so I was hesitant to try it, but I’m glad I did. The talc and cornstarch provide incredible oil control (all of the other mineral makeups I tried made me look even oilier). The finish is a smooth, natural matte finish that I’ve never been able to obtain with any other makeup. The coverage is light-medium, so here’s what I do: I dust the MK makeup all over my face, then I dust a heaveier-coverage mineral makeup only in the areas where I need camouflage–this combination is working beautifully. The other brand’s makeup applies better with the Mary Kay brush, too. My skin looks like it’s glowing from within, without the overly shimmery look of traditional minerals. I bought mine off of eBay for $11, and the brush was included, so this makeup is a fantastic value. I’m a happy camper!