Mineral cosmetics

Mineral cosmetics are forms of make-up that are composed of compressed minerals.[1] Most of these products are pure mineral, and do not contain any oil or wax additives.[2] Some kinds of minerals can have beneficial health results for the skin, combining health effects with cosmetic results.[1] The claim that applying minerals directly to the skin in the form of cosmetics has health benefits, however, has inspired some scientific controversy.[3] Historically some mineral additives have proven to be poisonous to the skin, such as lead.[4] and the mineral Bismuth that can cause a negative skin reaction. However the kinds of minerals used in modern products are not harmful to the skin.[1]

References
  1. Kristin Ma (2001). Beauty Pure and Simple: The Ayurvedic Approach to Beautiful Skin. Shambhala Publications. p. 102. ISBN 9780834827523. Retrieved March 15, 2012.
  2. Kat James, Oz Garcia (2003). The Truth About Beauty: Transform Your Looks And Your Life From The Inside Out. Simon and Schuster. p. EBook, page not given. ISBN 9781416577423.
  3. Maria Ricapito (November 2006). "Is it Really Healthily, Prettier, Better--The Dirt on the Mineral Make-up Craze". Women's Health. p. 111. Retrieved March 15, 2012.
  4. Jerome O. Nriagu (1983). Lead and Lead Poisoning in Antiquity. Wiley. pp. 23, 131, 299.
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