As we have been talking about the “Pressed Powder in last review” Well, then makeup that we see today are variety. Many people are indistinguishable from what it made from!! And everyone, have you ever wondered what ingredients are in the powder that we use? Let’s have a look.
Powder is a powdered product of various colors, used to beautify the skin of the face. And neck to look more beautiful than normal skin types
General characteristics It has the property of fine texture, soft, can be easily used and applied to the skin, long-lasting, good dispersion, can hide wrinkles or dark spots Are in harmony with the skin color Reduce oiliness on the face. Has a pleasant smell or color Look natural And not harmful to the user
Face powder is a cosmetic product applied to the face to serve different functions, typically to beautify the face. Originating from ancient Egypt, face powder has had different social uses across cultures and in modern times, it is typically used to set makeup, brighten the skin and contour the face.
Face powders generally come in two main types. One of which is loose powder, which is used to assist with oily skin in absorbing excess moisture and mattifying the face to reduce shininess. The other is pressed powder which conceals blemishes and maximises coverage.
The main ingredients of powder cosmetics
TITANIUM DIOXIDE is a white substance. It has a light weight powder appearance.
- Properties of a PHYSICAL SUNSCREEN type sunscreen, covering 3-4 times more than Zinc Oxide, but adheres to the skin less. Can deflate And hide traces or unattractive parts of the face Does not cause irritation, suitable for sensitive or sensitive skin. It can protect against both UVB and UVA-I rays.
- It adheres to the skin less. And mixes with other substances is not good if there is a lead contamination. Lead will catalyze the OXIDATION of the fragrance to change the smell.
ZINC OXIDE is an insoluble powder.
- Properties as a sunscreen Acts as a protective barrier, reflects UVA and UVB ultraviolet rays, and is good ambiguous, adheres to skin, water-resistant, anti-irritant, mild antiseptic effect, helps reduce allergic rashes. Adheres well to the skin. Can hide traces or unattractive parts of the face.
- Disadvantages of using too much ZINC OXIDE can be drying on the skin.
KAOLIN is a natural kaolinite. It looks like a white-light gray powder. When wet, it will darken the color. Smells like soil
- The property has the ability to absorb moisture, sebum, sweat or excreted fluid well. Reduce the occurrence of sequins, light reflection and stick to the skin And make the makeup more harmonious
- Disadvantages: Mixing too much with KAOLIN will make the powder brittle and prone to breakage.
TALC is a hydrate mineral. Magnesium silicate It is a white powder with a PH range of 5-8, a fine slippery, and a decent density.
- Properties have the ability to absorb moisture. And make the skin soft and smooth
- The disadvantage is that it will be a reflective sequin sheen. KAOLIN should be used in conjunction with it to be opaque and blend better with the skin.
CALCIUM CARBONATE is a white fine powder. Insoluble in water
- Properties can absorb oil. Good hydration Help the skin look radiant. And reduces shine
- It is a mild alkaline, soluble with moisture on the face. Causing alkalinity And if the face is sweat a lot, this substance will absorb sweat until it becomes sticky.
POWDERED SILICA is a matt white powder, lightweight, fine particle and slippery.
- Properties that are slippery, the skin is light, able to absorb oiliness. Good moisture Help your skin shine. Hide traces or unattractive parts of the skin and reduce the occurrence of GLAZING which is the occurrence of OILY CRUST on the skin.
RICE STARCH is a fine powder. It is the main ingredient found in plants such as grains, tubers and legumes.
- Properties adhere to the surface well. Has the ability to absorb excess sebum, sweat, or fluid that is excreted. Helps the skin to be radiant
- The disadvantage is often moisture prone. When applied on the skin will not be slippery. And a white patch
ZINC STEARATE is a lightweight white fine powder.
- Its slippery properties are opaque, helping to adhere to the skin, long-lasting, waterproof and evenly improve the skin’s color.
- Using too much ZINC STEARATE will make your skin greasy.
