The brands listed here consistently receive the best reviews on the web. In this article, they are listed in alphabetical order.

Affordable Mineral Makeup
A small company that sells a large selection of mineral cosmetics. Their prices are lower than many of the nationally known brands. Additionally, they are vegan, eco-friendly company and their products are considered extremely pure.

Bare Escentuals
Because of their long-running infomercial and exposure on QVC, Bare Minerals is the most well- known in this category. Many consumersv start their mineral experience with bareMinerals. They also have an extensive line of minerals, including their best selling product Mineral Veil and a huge line of color mineral products for the eyes, cheeks, face, and lips. Recently, with the launch of RareMinerals Nightime Skin Revival Treatment, they have even ventured into mineral based skin care.

Mineral Hygienics
This line offers a very nice selection of bismuth -free mineral cosmetics. Those who experience sensitivity to that ingredient may definitely want to check it out. This line is known for its staying power, many claiming it stays on longer and better than any other.

Pure Mineral Makeup
A pressed mineral foundation. It gets great reviews from users for ease of use (contained to loose products) and is a favorite.

Sheer Cover Mineral Makeup
Made famous by Leeza Gibbons. Like Bare Minerals, it has a long running infomercial that you may have seen. Many consumers prefer its matte finish to bareMineral’s “glow”.

Avon
Not wanting to get left out of the game, in the Fall of 2006, Avon introduced their mineral makeup, Smooth Mineral Makeup SPF 15.

Colorscience
It is said that the creator of ColorScience is the original creator of Bare Escentuals bareMinerals. It can be recognized by its unique “genie bottle” applicator.

Jane Iredale
Found in salons, spas and medical clinics across the world. They sell both pressed, loose, and liquid foundation products.

Laura Geller Makeup
Like Bare Escentuals, Laura Geller is another brand made famous by QVC. Although her makeup may not be mineral makeup in the true sense, many love her baked powders, which can be used as foundation.

Hopefully this information will be helpful as you check out the alternatives available in this ever-growing market!

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Since discovering mineral makeup 2 years ago, I have tried many brands. Some were quite good and others were not. Some were just ok. After trying so many brands I finally had something to compare them against, so these reviews can be more complete.

Bare Essentials is a very popular brand. In fact, they might be the oldest mineral makeup company. They were started in San Francisco in 1976, so they’ve been providing a more natural alternative for almost 30 years.

I got a deal of two foundations, mineral veil and warmth, as well as three brushes for around $60 plus shipping. It was actually the I.D. Bare Minerals brand, but they are the same corporation. I chose the light foundation set.

I dutifully swirled, tapped and buffed. I looked in the mirror, was pleased with what I saw, and went out for the day. You have to perfect your technique and find what works for you and what gives you the look you like. I like a light to medium coverage, so I had to work to not apply too heavy handed.

I was happy with the coverage, the color and the wearability. It was truly light and comfortable to wear, while minimizing my rosacea. I was very pleased, and couldn’t wait to expand my collection to include blushes and eyeshadows. I was so excited to find a foundation that didn’t clog my pores, irritate my skin or look like a mask.

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