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bareMinerals Original Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF15 Reviews

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Not only do you get flawless coverage, but you get peace of mind since there are no irritating preservatives, fillers, or binders. It’s makeup so pure you can sleep in it. Even though it looks like a powder, our foundation buffs on like a cream for silky coverage. You control whether you have light or full coverage, or anything in between. Our 100% pure bareMinerals are safe for even the most sensitive skin—even if you have rosacea. They soften fine lines and wrinkles, so all you see is a soft, flawless finish. Another healthy benefit of bareMinerals SPF 15 Foundation is right in the name: our natural broad-spectrum UVA/UVB SPF 15 protection.
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    February 28, 2007

    This makeup is wonderful. I won't ever use anything else! It is very true that a little bit goes a long way. If you use too much, it does look cakey, so you definitely need to wipe off the excess. I highly recommend watching the tutorials on the Sephora and QVC websites to help if you are new to BE. This stuff lasts for a very long time too, so it is worth the investment!

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    January 13, 2007

    I absolutely LOVE this product. I bought the Get Started Kit (Light) at Sephora, which includes:
    - 2 BareMinerals SPF 15 Foundations (Fairly Light & Light)
    - Mineral Veil
    - BareMinerals Warmth All-Over Face Color
    - Flawless Application Face Brush
    - Full Coverage Kabuki Brush
    - Max Coverage Concealer Brush
    - BareVitamins Skin Rev-Er Upper
    - How-To DVD

    First off, this is an AMAZING value at $60 considering the brushes alone are worth more than that. Even though the BareMinerals are a smaller, trial size, it is a fantastic way to try out a new product. And since such a small amount is needed, they'll last forever! The coverage is wonderful. I apply the foundation with the kabuki brush for a fuller coverage and it doesn't look cakey at all and then I use the concealer brush to cover up my undereye circles. I was amazed to discover that even the Warmth All-Over Face Color was not too dark for my very pale skin but instead added a healthy glow. The Mineral Veil makes it look as if I have no lines and really shrinks my pores.

    I don't know how I lived without this product.

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    December 16, 2006

    i love this coz it makes my skin look great even if i have bad skin. i always get compliments when i have it on.

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    December 15, 2006

    I love Bare Escentuals Makeup and the kits are totally worth every penny. I find when you buy it stand alone it's a bit pricey. My husband hates makeup and he loves BE because it never makes me look cakey and he can't feel it. I even wore it for my wedding and it gave me plenty of coverage. However if you're pale skin, beware of the warmth you get in the light/fairly light kit. It makes me look absolutely ridiculous, even applied in small quanities.

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    November 29, 2006

    This stuff works really well and gives really nice even coverage. I've actually gotten compliments on my skin since I started wearing it and it hasn't made me break out the way other powders have in the past. My only critiques are that it is messy with the loose powder getting everywhere and sometimes it enhances my oilyness if I don't put a bit of mattifier underneath though I do have very oily skin.

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    November 13, 2006

    This product has changed the way I think about makeup. I love it!!!

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    November 13, 2006

    I finally bought this stuff myself. It wasn't available in Canada until recently. This stuff really does work well and doesn't make you break out. The ingredients are all natural and there are only 4 of them so you're not getting a list of chemicals for your face ;) It really evens out my complexion and helps with the shine a little. The best part is that it is made with actual minerals so you can feel good about wearing it. I definitely recommend it.

    Updated On: April 15, 2008

    I find that if I wear this often, it does tend to make my face shiny. I have oily/combination skin. If you have oily skin you may find the shine after a few hours discouraging.

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    November 09, 2006

    Over the past year or so, I had been hearing quite a bit about Bare Escentuals and how wonderful their bareMinerals line of products were. I personally didn't fully understand the whole mineral aspect so never tried the products. It was when I saw that i.d. bareMinerals Foundation and i.d. Mineral Veil both won Best of Sephora 2006 that I began to take notice!

    My skin had been acting up and was sore with breakouts - I was skeptical to try a new foundation on my skin for fear it would get worse. The product claimed to not clog pores or irritate the skin due to the fact it is made from pure, crushed minerals and is free of preservatives, talc, oil, fragrance and other harmful chemicals. Well why not give it a go!
    At first I didn't really understand how to apply the product but I watched a really helpful video on Sephora and went to work. With just a very small amount of the bareMinerals I was able to cover my entire face. It felt very silky, infact it felt like I had not applied anything to my skin! Now that I am getting older I find that my skin looks a little flat, I liked that it gave me a natural luminosity.

    Bare Escentuals say "Women with skin conditions, such as sun spots, acne, and rosacea, as well as those with dry, oily, and sensitive complexions, claim i.d. bareMinerals has improved the overall health and appearance of their skin. But these wonder-powders do more than just make you look pretty, they also contain natural sunscreens that protect your skin from the sun. So much so that i.d. bareMinerals Foundation is actually recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation".

    I can honestly say that after about a week of using bareMinerals everyday, my skin is in far better condition now that when I started to use the bareMinerals. My jaw area which was the main concern has cleared up completely! I have had so many complements on my skin that I am shocked! No one ever comments on my skin! My mother said I looked like I was glowing!

    The feather-light minerals contain a total of five ingredients, three of which have complexion-perfecting benefits.

    Titanium Dioxide: A natural, full, broad-spectrum sun protector (providing both UVA and UVB protection), its powdery form in i.d.bareMinerals products allows for no absorbency, which means it acts as a physical barrier between your skin and the sun.

    Zinc Oxide: Also a natural, full, broad-spectrum sun protector, it too acts as a physical barrier between your skin and the sun. Additionally, zinc oxide's healing property helps to calm and soothe skin irritations, such as acne and rosacea.

    Mica: Your silky, dewy, luminous complexion comes courtesy of this miracle mineral. It's what gives i.d. bareMinerals its slippery, creamy texture for easy, flawless application.

    For flawless coverage, apply i.d bareMinerals Foundation following the three simple steps below:
    1. SWIRL a small amount of bareMinerals in the lid with the Flawless Application Face Brush into the lid until all the bareMinerals are tucked into the bristles.

    2. TAP away excess. There should be no visible bareMinerals on the outside of the brush.

    3. BUFF the bareMinerals into the skin in a circular motion, starting on the outside of your face near your cheekbone, swirling as you go. Buff around your face and then approach your forehead, cheeks, and nose. Buff, buff, buff until you are satisfied with the coverage.
    *Remember less is more when applying i.d. bareMinerals SPF 15 Foundation.

    Other products I am using in combination with the i.d. bareMinerals Foundation are:

    Mineral Veil
    For the ultimate, translucent "finishing touch" to your makeup, Mineral Veil melts into your skin, infusing it with softness and light, giving the look you see with a soft focus camera lens. Completely sheer and works for all skin tones, Mineral Veil gently absorbs oil and minimizes the appearance of lines and pores. Buff on Mineral Veil over bareMinerals Foundation to lend extra staying power.

    i.d. bareMinerals Multi-Tasking Minerals in Bisque
    Besides working as a beautiful, soft eyeshadow base, Multi-Tasking Bisque also performs as a miracle concealer for your face, covering dark circles and skin imperfections. Apply directly onto brown and red spots, blemishes, broken capillaries, scars and other areas of skin imperfections. Use Bisque for lighter complexions and Summer Bisque for deeper, golden complexions. Plus, enjoy the added SPF 20 in Summer Bisque for year round sun protection that won't sting your eyes like traditional creams and lotions.

    i.d. bareMinerals Blush in Thistle
    Discover fabulous, good-for-you cheek color. These creamy, pure bareMinerals blushes give you a beautiful, healthy tone that looks natural, because it is. Create a soft, radiant glow that's ideal for all skin types, including sensitive and problem-prone skin.

    All these items are available from Sephora.
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    November 01, 2006

    Great makeup, hard to use since it comes in small containers that you have to shake out the loose powder, gets messy.

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    October 23, 2006

    It's a fun, easy way to apply your foundation. Coverage is great and can also be used as a concealer.

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