Mineral makeup is made to accommodate the entire face. That includes the lips, too. If you are using makeup at all, it is to enhance your overall look. If you want to dress up those lips as well, mineral lip glosses can give you what you need in the tradition of fine mineral makeup.
Most mineral cosmetics are in powder form. That begs the question: How do you apply minerals to your lips? You would be correct in thinking that most mineral makeup comes in the form of pressed or loose powder.
Mineral powder can be used on the lips as well as other areas of the face. You can mix different colors to create never-before-seen shades for the cheeks, eyes and even your lips. The natural earth minerals found in these powders are applied to lipsticks and lip glosses to extend their wear.
Mineral lip gloss
Mineral lip gloss is soft and fluid for your lips just like a traditional lip gloss. Natural ingredients such as beeswax, natural oils and natural nut or fruit butters are used to create rich colors. But let’s not forget the mineral components: titanium oxide, zinc oxide, mica and iron oxides (for color).
Some mineral lip glosses and lipsticks don’t use beeswax. This works well for the vegan makeup wearers who want to look their best and healthiest which would be to use mineral cosmetics. Mineral lip glosses are not tested on animals. They contain no synthetic preservatives but are naturally preserved.
Choosing a lip gloss
Choose your mineral lip gloss like you would choose a lipstick. The color will complement your skin tone for day wear. This enhances the natural beauty in you just like the rest of your mineral makeup.
In the evening, you can take the color up a notch just like you do with your eye shadow. Mix other mineral powder with clear mineral gloss to create a new color just for you. Since the mineral powders contain the same mineral properties, it is okay to do so. Mineral powders can also be mixed and used wet to create new colors.
Applying mineral lip gloss
You apply mineral lip gloss the same way as you would traditional lip products. Starting with the lower lip, apply the lip gloss in one smooth stroke along the natural lip line. Continue to follow the natural lip line as you proceed to your upper lip. You can use natural or synthetic lip brushes just make sure it is thin enough to do the job.
Mineral powders can be used as lip liners for your mineral gloss. Choose a color that complements your lip gloss but is a little darker. Add a few drops of water and apply to the natural lip line with a lip liner brush before applying your mineral lip gloss.
Use mineral powders wet and apply to lips. Any color you can create can be mixed and covered with clear gloss to add the shine.
Bleeding is not a problem with mineral lip gloss. Coverage is smooth and stays on all day with no moisture loss.