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Q. What does "Mattify!" mean?
A: Mattification is a term used to describe the process of giving skin a shine-free finish - hence the name of our product line "Mattify!" You may see many foundations and mineral makeups that say "matte" finish on their packaging. This means that the makeup will not leave you with a shiny or dewy complexion, but rather, with a clean & fresh shine-free finish. For people with oily skin, it is often very difficult to find products designed for that specific skin type. Most liquid foundations are geared toward either dry or combination skin. Mattify! Loose Powder will give your skin the clean, shine-free look you've been searching for!
Q. What makes Mattify! Powder different from other mineral veils and transparent powders?
A: You will find many mineral veils & powders out there designed to wear under and over foundation ~ but most will include micronized pearl particles and mica. These ingredients really don't do anybody's complexion a favor! The pearl and mica add a sheen to your over-all complexion, giving you the look of excess oil. These are especially awful ingredients for people with oily skin - the last thing they need is a product to make skin look greasy! Those with VERY dry skin can get away with wearing a pearlized mineral veil, but most of us want to avoid the look of excess shine. Mattify! Loose Powder does not contain any "shiny" ingredients, and will provide you with a clean oil-free finish. Also, Mattify Powder is better for your skin than most mineral veils. The pearl particles in many popular mineral formulas can clog and stretch pores, allowing bacteria inside to cause blemishes. The ingredients in Mattify Powder are extremely gentle and finely milled, as to not cause pore expansion. Mattify! Loose Powder is designed to soak up dirt and oil from your pores, leaving your skin clean and healthy.
Q. Can I wear Mattify! Powder under and over Mineral Makeup?
Yes. Mattify! Powder can be worn under and/or over ANY type of liquid, powder mineral, cake, or mousse foundation. It will protect your skin from irritation from the ingredients in the foundations, and make pores much less apt to clog. When used as a primer, the Mattify! Powder will allow foundation to adhere to it, giving you a beautiful finish all day long.
Q. Will Mattify! Powder turn my skin ghostly white?
A: No. This formula is completely translucent, allowing your natural skin color to show through. The more you "buff" it into your skin, the more translucent it becomes. If your skin tone is deep tan or deep black, simply rotate the powder brush in circles on every section of your face to blend completely. This powder is even invisible if spilled onto dark clothing. If this occurs, just dust away quickly using back and forth motions.
Q. Can Mattify! Loose Powder be used on dry skin types?
A: Yes. As long as you apply moisturizer first, Mattify! Powder can be used either under or over foundation. Allow your moisturizer and/or foundation to dry for about 1 minute, then dust on a light coating of Mattify! Powder. Those with dry skin can still benefit from its pore-minimizing properties, and its abilities to act as a primer so foundation stays put all day long. However, if your skin is so dry that it is flaky, Mattify Powder should NOT be used. The powder tends to cling to dry spots and accentuate them.
Q. Can Mattify! Eye Shadows be used on dry skin types?
A: Yes. Although our Eye Shadows contain the original Mattify Powder mixture, they are designed for long lasting wear on any skin type and do not accentuate dry areas.
Q. How does Mattify! Loose Powder control oil?
A: The Kaolin clay in the product soaks up 3x its weight in oil. Therefore, by dusting the formula on before foundation, it will absorb the majority of oil your face produces throughout the day. When it is also applied over foundation, it will soak up even more oil for a longer lasting finish. When you wash your face at the end of the day, the excess oil will be rinsed away and not remain to clog your pores.
Q. Is Mattify! Loose Powder gentle enough for sensitive skin?
A: Yes. The Kaolin Clay and Cornstarch are so mild that you could actually eat them - so never worry about applying them to your face! However, if you do happen to experience an allergy to any of our products, just
let us know and we will arrange a return.
Q. Will Mattify! Powders and Eye Shadows clog my pores?
A: No. Quite the opposite in fact! The Kaolin Clay actually absorbs impurities and oil from your pores as you wear the products. Upon cleansing your face to remove your makeup, all impurities and oils will be washed from your pores. By wearing Mattify! products, you are actually cleansing your skin all day long, without doing anything!
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