We know that when it comes to makeup, there are hundreds (if not thousands) of choices out there. And with so many choices available, it can be hard to know what kinds of products would be best for your specific skin type, and how to best care for it.
It can also be difficult to know how to properly care for your beauty tools, or to figure out why certain products seem to dry out your skin or cause breakouts.
We have two tips that we think might help.
1. Consider mineral makeup.
2. Regularly clean your makeup brushes.
Why mineral makeup?
1. Mineral makeup is typically easier on sensitive skin.
Due to the fact that mineral makeup is made with natural, safe ingredients, it tends to be easier on sensitive and acne-prone skin than makeup that contains various chemicals, oils, synthetics, and fragrances.
2. Mineral makeup is easier on your pores.
Traditional makeup tends to clog your pores as it seeps into your skin, causing breakouts. Because of the safe ingredients used in mineral makeup, your skin is able to breathe and function more normally.
3. Mineral makeup contains natural ingredients that help to heal and soothe the skin.
Makeup lines like Jane Iredale Cosmetics not only provide great coverage and SPF protection—they also work to heal and soothe your skin with key ingredients like algae and antioxidants. Together, these ingredients provide deep, long-lasting hydration.
4. Mineral makeup is free of irritating chemicals.
Many traditional makeup lines contain not only chemicals and fragrances, but paraben preservatives and drying agents like talc. With mineral makeup, you know exactly what you’re putting on your skin.
Why clean your makeup brushes?
Makeup brushes tend to be something we don’t think a whole lot about after we use them in the morning. Cleaning them often comes as an afterthought— an, “Oh, I’ll do that later” kind of a task.
However, regularly cleaned makeup brushes are essential to a healthy makeup and skincare routine. Makeup brushes that sit too long between cleanings tend to collect bacteria, which can lead to breakouts, and in extreme cases, even skin infections.
Regularly cleaned makeup brushes help keep your skin healthy and clear, and as a plus, also tend to apply makeup better!
Luckily, cleaning your makeup brushes takes just a few minutes, and can be done before you go to bed one night.
How to properly clean your makeup brushes:
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, cleaning your brushes can be done in a few steps:
1. Rinse your brushes.
2. Fill a bowl with lukewarm water and stir in a tablespoon of gentle or clarifying shampoo.
3. Dip the brushes in the water, and massage the bristles of the brush with the soapy mixture.
4. Continue shampooing and rinsing your brushes until the water runs clear.
5. Squeeze out excess moisture from the bristles with a paper towel.
6. Lay your brushes out to dry on a towel with the tips of the bristles hanging over the edge of the counter.
By the next morning, your brushes should be ready to use!
Another brush cleaning alternative is a brush cleansing spray. Jane Iredale offers a great Botanical Brush Cleaner that you can use to instantly remove makeup from your brushes.
Having quality makeup brushes also makes a huge difference in the quality of both your makeup application, and in your brush’s ability to withstand a good cleaning.
Jane Iredale offers a variety of high-quality makeup brushes made with natural, durable materials. Click here to learn more about the Jane Iredale products available for purchase at Renew!
Interested in learning about your skin, the aging process, and the impact of environmental factors? Schedule a complimentary consultation with our certified physician assistant! During the consultation, you’ll receive personalized recommendations and a customized treatment plan. Call 541-618-1461 to schedule your consultation today!
