How to choose the right mineral foundation

Discover our range of foundations for all skin types

And see which type works best for your skin

Choosing the right foundation can sometimes feel overwhelming. If you buy the wrong lipstick color, you can simply wipe it off and apply another color. But it's never that simple with your foundation, because it can determine your entire look and also how your skin feels all day. That's why it's crucial to choose the product that fits you perfectly.

To help you, we have created this small guide for our mineral foundations , which gives you an overview of everything you need to know - the main differences, which skin type suits each foundation best, the desired coverage, and more.
Before we proceed, you should know that you can always order one of our testers first to see how the product works on your skin before purchasing a full-size version.

Let's dive into it now.

Loose powder foundations
Our loose mineral powder foundation is a classic and indispensable in your makeup bag. With it, you can apply glamour on the go without feeling—or looking like—you are wearing makeup (as long as you don't overdo it, of course). Thanks to the excellent pigmentation and buildable coverage, the result is matte and flawless.

Preservatives, parabens, fragrances, and all other synthetic junk are simply banned from our recipes. Thanks to the natural ingredients, our loose mineral powders are hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic, making them the best friend for your sensitive skin.

Advantages
If you have oily or combination skin, loose powder foundations are the ideal choice for you. Their absorbing properties take up excess skin oil without clogging pores or causing pimples. Their light-reflecting pigments and lightweight formula ensure that your skin looks natural without becoming too powdery or heavy.

Disadvantages
Loose powder foundations are not the best choice for very heavy makeup; and they may not be as effective in camouflaging large blemishes or imperfections, unlike our 2-in-1 foundations.

Coverage and finishing
For light to medium coverage, you can choose from several colors that suit different skin tones and undertones. With loose powder foundations, you can easily achieve a breathable, matte finish.

Shelf life
Loose foundations generally have a shorter wear time on the skin than liquid variants. Especially with oilier skin or a sweaty day, a touch-up during the day can be nice.

Application
Use a large makeup brush (such as our Kabuki brush, our mineral powder brush, or for the best coverage, our Perfect Coverage brush) and apply lightly to the desired areas. Mineral foundations are buildable, so you can apply the powder in layers to achieve the desired coverage. Apply evenly, focusing on the areas of the skin that produce excess oil, as loose powders are very suitable for oilier skin.

Liquid foundations
Thanks to their light texture, mineral liquid foundations effortlessly blend with your skin and create a seamless base. Best of all, they provide your skin with extra hydration that you don't find in powder foundations. All pigments are coated with an amino acid, ensuring long-lasting, waterproof coverage with a smooth finish.

Add to that the anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties and you have a foundation that is as natural as your own skin. And as with all our products, we have removed parabens, silicones, mineral oils, and synthetic fragrances, along with other chemical nonsense, from the ingredient list. Enriched with unprocessed, natural ingredients known for their homeopathic properties and antioxidants, our liquid foundations ensure your face looks silky soft and radiant without becoming too oily.

Advantages
What distinguishes the liquid foundations from our other variants are their moisturizing properties, making them the perfect choice for people with dry skin (or combination skin types that are prone to dry areas or dry periods).

Disadvantages
If you have oily skin, you might be better off choosing a loose powder option, or use one of our powders for special needs, such as the Rice Primer Shine Solution or Rice Veil intense matte/ Oil control powder.

Coverage and finish
The liquid foundation can be applied using your fingers, a sponge, or a brush to achieve the desired coverage level, ranging from sheer to medium and full coverage. Their natural, skin-like finish can appear dewy or satin, giving your skin a healthy glow and a radiant finish that doesn't look cakey.

Shelf life
Sometimes you need makeup that goes that extra step. Whether you're preparing for an intense business trip or a wedding that lasts all night, our long-lasting liquid foundations withstand all activities without needing much touch-up. Thanks to their waterproof formula, they also last long under all weather conditions.

Application
The liquid foundation can be applied with your fingers, a sponge, or a brush. The formula is easy to blend and can be evenly distributed over the face.

2 in 1 Compact powder foundation
The 2-in-1 formula means that our pressed powder foundations can be used as a concealer and as a foundation that evens out your skin tone and hides imperfections. This is your magic wand for camouflaging spots, blemishes, and pigmentation marks, giving your entire face an even appearance with a small amount. And best of all, thanks to the natural, mineral ingredients, you can achieve all of the above without irritating your skin (provided you are not sensitive to any of the natural ingredients).

Advantages
Our 2-in-1 foundations are suitable for all skin types, especially skin that requires slightly higher coverage. Thanks to their compressed powder, you can easily carry the packaging with you to touch up on the go if needed.

Disadvantages
Pressed powder foundations can possibly emphasize lines and wrinkles. This is quite minimal with the natural composition of Mineralissima, but a liquid or loose powder variant might be a better option for you.

Coverage and finish
Our powder foundation can provide various levels of coverage. Our compact foundations have great coverage, often allowing you to be done with just one layer. The current formulation gives the skin a matte finish.

Shelf life
The compact foundations have a long wear time and generally look good on the skin all day. For oilier skin, or on sweaty days, you can optionally give a small touch-up if needed.

Application
To apply a pressed powder foundation, you can use a kabuki brush, for example. Apply it evenly, focusing on the areas of the skin that produce excess sebum.

We hope this guide has been helpful, but if you have any questions, feel free to write to us or browse through the individual product pages to learn more about what each foundation does best. Easily try out the products using our testers to see which one works best for you.