How To Apply Makeup To Cover Acne

This video series is all about how to apply mineral makeup. For more information on mineral makeup and why it’s better for covering acne, click here: Is mineral makeup better for covering acne and rosacea?

There are heaps of mineral makeup brands available, have a look and see what’s in your local area (health stores usually stock them). Everyday Minerals in particular is popular for acne sufferers.

You will need two brushes to apply the mineral makeup.

The First brush is to apply the makeup as a concealer. You can choose which brush your prefer, and you can buy these quite cheaply at cosmetic warehouses or even grocery stores.
The second brush is the main brush you’ll need to apply the makeup. I recommend that you invest in a good quality brush because the makeup will go on better and the brush will last ages. You can usually buy one from the same place that you purchase your mineral makeup.

It’s very important to moisturize before you apply the mineral makeup. This is because the makeup comes in a powder form so it needs something to cling on to. Make sure your moisturizer dries first though (give it 5-10 minutes). If your skin is too ‘wet’ or oily, the makeup will appear blotchy. You’ll also find that if your skin is too dry, the makeup looks too powdery on your face.

I’ve found that when I’m cleansing my face with the Oil Cleansing Method (OCM), I don’t need to moisturize before I apply the mineral makeup. The makeup goes on really well and looks great, so I can skip this step.

You can use the mineral makeup as a concealer first to cover your acne and acne scars. You can even use it to cover any other spots or skin pigmentation that you may have including the dark circles under your eyes.

With mineral makeup, it’s best to apply a small amount because you’ll find that’s all you need. If you want a heavier coverage, it’s better to apply thin layers rather than a large amount in one go.

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Leave me a comment if you have any questions, or if you have a favorite makeup brand or makeup tip for covering acne.

Fran

14 responses ↓

#1 Bel on 02.11.08 at 11:08 am

Hi Fran and viewers, just thought I’d put my two bobs in about mineral makeup - which i love! I’ve just come across an Australian brand called Inika, and am desperate to tell as many people as I can about them. Previously I was using an American brand called Jane Iredale, which was nice but quite expensive.

Inika is alot more affordable and also vegan, which is a nice comfort along with the fact that they’re 100% natural minerals. Highly recommend them, i haven’t seen a difference in my skin in terms of the acne (though you can usually see a difference if you’re switching to minerals from a normal commercial make-up), however it covers alot better and looks more natural than anythign i’ve used before.

Highly recommended!

#2 Fran on 02.11.08 at 2:20 pm

That sounds great, thanks! Do they have a website? And can you go to a store to buy it?

#3 Ana on 03.30.08 at 10:37 am

I love Everyday Minerals! Great products, lovely blush colors, FREE sample kits, and unbeatable prices

#4 nina on 04.25.08 at 3:59 pm

Hey everyone! well I took the advice on using mineral makeup but when I told my Naturopathic Doctor that I started using mineral makeup she told me to stop immediatly. Yes, it covers everything realy well and looks quite natural, however she did tell me that most of these products do contain a mineral called “bismuth oxychloride” this is in alot of mineral makeup and when they say the makeup is good for all skin types this is not as true as they say. This mineral can actually irritate and aggrevate your condition. Also, the mineral makeup just sits on your skin therefore not alowing your skin to breath. (and just like anything that is living your skin needs to be able to breath!). but… if you do choose to use mineral makeup try to find one that does not contain “bismuth oxychloride”. well I hope this helps! take care :). (@)—}—-

#5 Fran on 04.27.08 at 6:16 am

Hi Nina,

This is kind of true. There are some brands of mineral makeup that contains chemicals, so it’s a lot better to go for a natural brand.

I actually buy my mineral makeup from a natuopath! It’s a natural brand made in OZ - Minerelle. My naturopath uses it herself, and used to have bad skin which is cleared up 100% while using the makeup. She also sells natural skin care products, and has specializes in natural skin care and beauty therapy.

#6 TONJEKAROLINA on 04.29.08 at 2:35 am

Hi Fran and evryone else !
Like I said to Fran earlier that my english is not the best ..
I´m a 15 year old girl from Sweden and I have a really rough time right now.
I Hate my skin and i really try to cover my skin with mineral makeup but that is´nt enough .. -.-’ The pimples is still showing .. =(
And I evry day after school I always take of my makeup .. You know , Derctly , so I wear makeup for like 6 hours a day .. =( Which Are´nt that good .. SO MY BIGGEST DREAM IS TO GET ” PURE SKIN” to be like normal .. like evryone else .. // XOXO a girl that just want a normal life .

#7 vivian on 05.02.08 at 6:15 am

hi fran ! when i also use mineral makeup to cover up my pimple or blemishes it isnt enough..they still show.can u help mr out!!!!

#8 Fran on 05.04.08 at 5:22 am

Vivian - Mineral makeup is great but unfortunately it will not preform miracles. Just keep up with your acne treatments and use the mineral makeup if you need it when you go out. Your skin will look a lot better, even if it doesn’t look perfect that is okay. It will always look worse to you, others probably don’t even notice.

TONJEKAROLINA - Trust me on this one, it is very very rare to have pure skin. You need fantastic genes in your family to actually have that. Most people have large pores, comedonal acne, freckles, moles, spots ..you name it they have something.

The less we think and worry about our skin, and the less makeup we wear, the better our skin will be. So girls, try to wear as little makeup as possible and be bold and brave and confident and realize that you’re very beautiful girls even without makeup.

Acne is temporary, especially at a young age, and it will go away. It’s also NORMAL for teenagers to have acne so if you go out into the world with spotty skin, nobody will even look at it or see it on you because it’s just expected that teenagers will have spots.

The best advice I can give you, is to keep up your acne treatments, but also try NOT to think about your skin. Don’t pick at it or stare at it in the mirror. Every time you feel sad about it, think about something else. Divert your mind elsewhere. Think of something beautiful and happy

This method actually works wonders.

#9 annabelle on 05.25.08 at 1:28 am

I use L’Oreal True Match Minerals, do you know if this is as good for my skin or should I buy the one you have?

#10 harmony on 06.03.08 at 6:07 am

hi. i’m in my mid 20’s and i’ve had acne since i was in high school. now that my acne has gotten better, i’ve noticed that i have lots of acne scars on my face. i don’t know what to use to lessen my facial acne scars anymore. i need help. my facial scar makes me feel unhappy.

#11 Fran on 06.03.08 at 6:10 am

Annabelle- Look up the products on www.makeupalley.com for reviews but most mineral makeups should be okay. I prefer the most natural alternatives, but go for whatever is accessible to you.

Harmony- This is the most asked question I get! Have a search in the forums because there are a few discussion in there. Here is one example:

http://www.highonhealth.org/forums/showthread.php?t=2&highlight=scars

#12 Carmen on 06.23.08 at 4:02 am

Hey Fran and all acne sufferers , I was recently reading up on a mineral makeup website and they had this flashing icon mentioning a site which sells only products that are good for the skin from skincare to cosmetics so if your in the mood for minerals and good skin care check this link out ! http://safecosmetics.org/

#13 Carmen on 06.23.08 at 4:02 am