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bareMinerals Original Mineral Foundation Review

Original Mineral Foundation Review
Overall rating from 39 reviews so far:
4.7/5
Would use it again?
4.6/5
Did it do what it said it would?
4.6/5
Would recommend it to a friend?
4.7/5

Our award-winning bareMinerals Original SPF 15 Foundation gives impeccable coverage with the look of beautiful bare skin.

Our ORIGINAL SPF 15 Foundation gives you all the flawless coverage you want with a naturally luminous finish that won't clump or cake. It's proven to improve the appearance of your skin over time. The creamy minerals diminish the look of fine lines and wrinkles without drying out your skin.

Website http://www.bareminerals.co.uk

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Original Mineral Foundation Review

bareMinerals Original Mineral Foundation Review

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Overall rating:
4.3/5
5th May, 2024
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Nice powder foundation

This is easy to apply and has a nice coverage. I only stopped using as felt the powder made my lines look worse as I aged. So I swapped back to a cream

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
5th November, 2023
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buildable coverage

bareMinerals Original Mineral Foundation is a true game-changer in the world of makeup. It's become my go-to foundation for a reason. The loose mineral powder is incredibly lightweight, making it comfortable to wear all day. What I love most is the buildable coverage it offers – from a natural, barely-there look to full coverage, it adapts to my needs. Plus, it's free from harsh chemicals and provides a gentle option for those with sensitive skin. It imparts a healthy glow without clogging pores, and its natural finish feels like a second skin. bareMinerals Original Mineral Foundation is a must-try for anyone looking for a versatile, skin-friendly foundation that truly delivers.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
13th July, 2023
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Handy For All Occasions

Lightweight and soft on the skin this Bareminerals powder is great for makeup wearers who only have a few minutes to get ready.

Very buidlable coverage, I find om first application you generally get a lovely medium coverage on the skin which is easy to build up towards full coverage or by using a smaller amount you could ensure it's more lightweight on the skin.

On drier skin days it's lovely to use a hydrating foundation product first like a liquid or BB cream and then this powder on top to set and help smooth the skin.

Tips: As great as SPF 15 is in a product it's important to have more sun protection on skin. Apply your sunscreen after applying all your skincare products and then use this powder for added protection.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
16th May, 2023
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Love it

Bare mineral has been my go to foundation over the last few years. It is light, and soft on my skin and allows me to build up more if I needed a heavier look. Having an olive complexion has been difficult to find a colour match with a complementary undertone and this foundation does a perfect job!

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Overall rating:
2.3/5
24th August, 2021
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Not for me

This used to be my main foundation, and I loved the shake pot packaging (which I found worked really well), the gentle mineral formula, the buildable nature of it, the buffed, creamy finish and the perfect colour match for my pale skin. As more mineral sunscreens and foundations came on the market though, I started trying those out and ended up quite liking the cream or liquid formulas, which were obviously more hydrating for my dry skin. But I always liked the fact that the mineral powder was such a one-ingredient product, with no hidden possible toxins or nasties. So I tried it again the other day...

How times have changed! I think for younger skins, it's lovely, but for my older skin (now post-50), it's really ageing. It highlights my lines, clings to those fine, downy hairs on my cheeks and, because it doesn't offer any hydration at all, my skin starts feeling tight and uncomfortable after a while, as if the powder is sucking my moisture out! And even with loads of buffing, it doesn't get that creamy finish I used to like. It just looks... powdery.

I love the idea. I used to love the product. I'd absolutely recommend it for younger skins. But, sadly, it's no longer for me.

Tips: Avoid it if your skin's dry and older.

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mandiross1981
26th April, 2022

I agree.

Overall rating:
5.0/5
16th August, 2020
1 members found this review useful
Great coverage

I've been on the hunt for a natural foundation that ACTUALLY provides full coverage for a while now and it looks like I've found my match! I use this alongside the liquid foundation and I have found that it gives long lasting full coverage. It helps reduce my big pores and keeps my oily skin at bay. It is also pretty long wearing for a mineral foundation. The only downside is that I find loose powder messy and wasteful. I bought it on special at iherb.co.nz

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sarahwaughnz
6th October, 2021

Hey yes the bare minerals one :) it's good! I also really like the Garnier original BB cream for hiding pores (has to be the oil free though, the other isn't as good)

MelissaHare
10th August, 2021

Hi what liquid foundation do you use? The bare minerals one? Also struggling with big open pores!

Overall rating:
5.0/5
20th August, 2019
0 members found this review useful
Perfect holiday base

Purchased this foundation for a holiday to Bali wanting a lightweight easy to apply and wear base for the hot weather this product was the perfect choice application was easy using a flat top brush for buffing on and pressing into areas that need a bit more coverage I found it long lasting and reasonably transfer proof with a natural finish.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
1st January, 2019
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The best by far....

I just discovered this amazing mineral foundation at our new Mecca Maxima store. I love it so much, super easy to apply & makes my face look fabulous & glowing. Comes in a screw top pottle and a little goes along way & lasts all day. Feels lightweight on my skin and gives great coverage and the beauty of this product is you can choose to keep it mimium or build it up for more coverage. Works great at covering uneven skin tones while looking natural. This is the only mineral powder foundation that I have found not to dry out or set in my fine lines. I absolutely Love this product and can't wait to try other Bare Mineral products.

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Overall rating:
4.7/5
15th December, 2018
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So lightweight

Mineral foundation is something I’ve used on and off for years but had never tried this one as I just stuck to the same brand. I am officially in love with Bare Minerals as I try more and more of their products I am shocked by the texture and colour pay off. I am the shade “Fairly Light” which actually seems quite dark in the pot but on my face it’s perfect.it buffs in really nicely and you can see the coverage instantly even with a small amount of product. I have very patchy skin with redness and pigment spots and this covered them nicely. This is not a full coverage foundation but can definitely be built up and looks great over a concealer. Although I prefer a heavier look during the week this is my new go to on the weekends and I’m hooked. It just feels like nothing on the skin and when I apply normal foundation on a Monday I notice how heavy it feels on my face. You know lately everyone is using the catch phrase “your skin but better”, this gives meaning to that phrase. This powder won’t wear as long as a liquid foundation but can definitely be touched up during the day. I definitely recommend using the mineral veil with it as it locks it in place and helps prevent shine.

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Overall rating:
5.0/5
20th November, 2018
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Really nice

I just wrote out the most all over the place, rambling product review for this hahah So I have decided to start over and try be more succinct

CONS -worse flash back ever

PROS -most natural skin like finish ever -quick and easy to apply -Buildable coverage med-full

QUESTIONABLE -the only loose powder mineral foundation i've used so is it the best or does this type of foundation always look so skin like? - can it be sheered out with a less dense brush because these days i prefer less coverage normally.

VERDICT -I will buy it again. (I actually did recently but in the wrong shade.. oops) - maybe too full coverage for daily wear and too much flash back for special occasions -I love it!

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itsclearascrystal
22nd May, 2020

Pros and cons, really helpful review!

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