Miss Marple Posted August 28, 2009 Share Posted August 28, 2009 Is it just me (and poor technique) or are the Bare Mineral type of make-ups very messy? I cannot put it on in such a way that I don't get fine powder all over the vanity top/sink. I love the way it looks and feels, but the clean up just might be the sticking point for me as far as using it any longer. Any advice? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmeliaJade Posted August 28, 2009 Share Posted August 28, 2009 I love bare minerals. I've never been a big make-up person but I now wear bare minerals daily. I agree with you, it can be a bit messy. I simply just use a baby wipe afterwards to wipe down the sink. It takes just a few seconds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferdie Posted August 28, 2009 Share Posted August 28, 2009 I put a Klenex underneath the makeup container before I swish and tap. It is messy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KS_ Posted August 28, 2009 Share Posted August 28, 2009 Is it just me (and poor technique) or are the Bare Mineral type of make-ups very messy? I cannot put it on in such a way that I don't get fine powder all over the vanity top/sink. I love the way it looks and feels, but the clean up just might be the sticking point for me as far as using it any longer. Any advice? I use mineral makeup and don't really have issues with that. But I dip my brush in the powder, and then tap off the excess into the lid before I apply it. I didn't like the lids that came with the containers of the brand I buy, so I saved a couple of the Cover Girl loose powder containers with slightly domed lids and put my powder in that. I keep the kabuki brush in the lid as I tap, and the excess falls into the lid and not all over. What type of brush are you using? Are you tapping off the excess before applying? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samiam Posted August 28, 2009 Share Posted August 28, 2009 Yep, I usually have "sprinkles" on the countertop, but I love the product, so it's totally worth it to me. I can't imagine going back to a liquid based coverage now...I remember trying to blend, making sure no visible lines..and then melt in summer months, the residue on shirt collars...etc, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SusanAR Posted August 28, 2009 Share Posted August 28, 2009 I transfer my powder into an empty, much larger Perscriptives loose powder container, and that minimizes the mess. susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Marple Posted August 28, 2009 Author Share Posted August 28, 2009 What type of brush are you using? Are you tapping off the excess before applying? It's the brush that came with the product. I'm not using the Bare Mineral brand, but a knock-off version (can't remember the name). I try to tap the brush on the side of the container to get rid of the excess, but that is part of the problem. The tapping causes it to fly all around the counter top area. I'll try your suggestion about tapping it into the cover. Maybe I can cut down on the clean up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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KS_ Posted August 28, 2009 Share Posted August 28, 2009 It's the brush that came with the product. I'm not using the Bare Mineral brand, but a knock-off version (can't remember the name). I try to tap the brush on the side of the container to get rid of the excess, but that is part of the problem. The tapping causes it to fly all around the counter top area. I'll try your suggestion about tapping it into the cover. Maybe I can cut down on the clean up. Getting a good container to work with can help quite a bit - I know some of the gals on this forum: http://www.mineralmakeupmania.com/ use a small bowl or other container when applying their makeup so they have more room to swish and tap. You can also experiment with lightly misting your brush before getting powder on it (some people prefer that method of application). And depending on the type of brush you have, there may be a better brush that holds onto more of the powder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Marple Posted August 28, 2009 Author Share Posted August 28, 2009 Thank you all for the advice. I'll try some different techniques to see if I can figure it all out :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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