Bare mineral make up, as you probably already know, is a great way to help your skin look smooth, soft, and youthful without subjecting it to dangerous chemicals. But what exactly is in that mineral makeup you use every day? We spoke to Ann Swiftborne, chemist in charge of formulating sheer cover makeup, to find out about the five most common ingredients in mineral makeup.

Titanium Dioxide: this ingredient is a white powder that helps protect the skin from sun based on the fact that it creates a thin impermeable layer between the light and your skin. This is the exact same substance your mom probably slathered across your nose when you went to the beach as a child. It is perfectly safe and 100 percent natural.

Iron Oxides : these substances are made from iron, one of the most common metals. When iron oxidizes (rusts), it can take on a number of beautiful color variations that sheer cover makeup utilizes in minute quantities to add color to your face. Reds, pinks, browns, and taupes are all created using iron oxides.

Mica: these minerals have a natural mirror-like sheen. When used as sheer cover makeup, they help your complexion become luminous, smooth, and creamy. These minerals also help improve the texture of creams, powders and mineral liquid foundation, ensuring that they do not clump or drip.

Kaolin is a type of clay found in lake beds. It is smooth, white and all natural, and it is used to help make the mineral makeup more durable. Kaolin can also absorb large quantities of oil, so it can help to clear the skin of people who have chronically oily complexions. It can prevent the formation of acne and buildup of oil on the skin, and kaolin can be used on the skin every day.

Zinc oxide is a natural compound that provides protection against the effects of sun exposure. In addition, it has an anti-inflammatory effect and soothes irritated skin making it ideal for those with sensitive skin. These properties also can make this a beneficial product for those with acne or reddening of the skin who may actually realize a significant improvement in those conditions.

As you probably already know, bare mineral make up is a great way to help your skin look smooth, soft, and youthful without subjecting it to dangerous chemicals. But what exactly is in that mineral makeup you use every day? We spoke to Ann Swiftborne, chemist in charge of formulating sheer cover makeup, to find out about the five most common ingredients in mineral makeup. These minerals, called Mica, shimmer with a natural gloss. As sheer cover make up, mica softens your complexion, leaving your skin smooth, creamy and glowing. Preventing clumps and drips, these minerals also enhance the texture of mineral liquid foundation.

- Samantha Steiner

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