If you have not yet heard about mineral makeup, you are part of a very small group of people as this “new” type of makeup is booming in popularity. Mineral makeup is all the rage, and for good reason! Who doesn’t want to put something on their face that will make them naturally beautiful and offer natural protection from the sun?

Mineral makeup took off in the 1970s after a group in San Francisco was unsatisfied with the “natural makeup” options that were available on the market. People then began to explore what minerals of the earth could be used to create a perfect type of makeup that would be suitable for everyone – and so mineral makeup was born.

Depending on the brand that you settle on, makeup can cost any where from $10 to $50 per product, though don’t be fooled – the higher price tag does not necessarily mean that a product is more “natural” or has more “minerals” than it competitor. Below are the best mineral makeup brands and the reasons why they are the very best.

Bare Escentuals/Bare Essentials

Yes, this brand of mineral makeup can be found under two different names. This brand of mineral makeup is one of the most popular on the market and can be found in almost any beauty boutique, department store or drug store across the globe. This brand offers all natural mineral makeup at an affordable price, and almost all of their mineral products come with an SPF of 15 or higher (a natural sunscreen provided from the minerals that are in their products). Perhaps the most renowned product that Bare Escentuals has produced is their foundation. If you can only choose one mineral makeup product that is out there, definitely go for the Bare Escentuals foundation with SPF15 to truly complete your makeup collection.

Maybeline Mineral Powder

If you are looking for the best mineral makeup at a discounted price, you can always count on Maybeline. While not all of their mineral products may be of the best quality, the foundation that Maybeline offers is substantially better than the rest of their mineral makeup products. Maybeline mineral makeup is best for anyone looking for a discounted price and for a product that still offers substantial benefits to its purchaser. Also be sure to check out the concealer and the Mineral Powder Illuminator.

L’Oreal Bare Naturale

Though many of the mineral products from this brand are not nearly as good as Bare Escentuals, the eye makeup line is definitely comparable. The mascara, eye shadow, and eye liner are all products that are not only natural, but that also will have you looking gorgeous with an easy application. The eye liner is smooth and easy to apply, while the eye shadow offers a nice, small little brush that makes application quick and simple. The mineral mascara is also a bargain and is just as good as the more expensive mineral mascaras that can be found on the market today.

It’s important for you to do your research before you invest in a mineral makeup brand. Some of the best mineral makeup brands may end up to actually being the worst if you are not checking for what ingredients are involved. If you ever have any doubts about a product, contact their customer service centers or move right on along to a more dependable makeup brand.