Beauty in every color - Cosmetics for all skin types

BEAUTY IN EVERY COLOR
Cosmetics For All Skin Types
By Leah Jayasanker

We live in a world where no two faces are alike. Even if you’re a twin you’ve got a few characteristics that set you apart from your sibling. We’ve scoured the beauty books for cosmetics that work for all women, from Asians to Africans to Americans and those that fall in between, discover what’s new and available for you.

If trends are your thing then mineral makeup is one to try. Truely Natural delivers Protective Mineral Foundation SPF 17 ($40) that uses idebenone, a powerful anti-oxidant which cuts inflammation and cares for skin with an Environmental Protection Factor (EPF) of 95. In addition this mineral formula is oil-free, non-comedogenic, long wearing and water-resistant, and available in over a dozen shades to suit various tones.

Give TLC to skin in 2008 and begin using Kimiko Beauty products which integrate science and art to uncover more than just color in a cosmetics line. Deliver a healthy glow to cheeks using the Lifting Puff Blush ($38) which incorporates the Hydra-FirmaLift™, a dose of lipophilic moisturizers that hydrate and strengthen skin for an anti-wrinkle, polishing effect.

If you’ve got yellow and golden undertones Zhen Beauty creates cosmetics with yellow-based formulas ideal for you. Their Light Diffusing Foundation w/SPF 8 ($24) is super charged with micro pigments that soften imperfections and redirect light away from tiny lines and creases. And for sensitive skins, Zhen is mineral oil-free, dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic.

Add a bit of zest to your beauty regime with Zhen Beauty Element Lipstick ($14). Includes various hues infused with glimmer and sparkles for a touch of glitz to appease your inner starlet. Another reason to enjoy Zhen, they don’t test on animals and their products are made in the United States.

When you’ve got a dovelike glow all eyes are on you, but when you’re appearance is greasy a must-have-in-your-purse-product is a trusty oil blotter. Super model gone cosmetics creator Iman knows a thing or two about beauty. Her product line, Iman Cosmetics, is dedicated towards women of color, specifically African American women. Never leave home without Oil Blotting Translucent Powder ($23); it’s a ‘diva in disguise’ guarantee of shine-free finish.

If you live in an arctic freeze give your lips a bit of love with Rosie Jane Cosmetics Lip Dew ($18). Why? Because this unique makeup contains ingredients of Shea butter and beeswax to hydrate your pretty pout for hours.

Brighten up overworked, neglected eyes with a trio of tricks from Benefit Cosmetics eye candy set ($58). A pencil, a cream and a concealer bring out the best wake-me-up-appearance for eyes that are in need of 40 extra winks.

We’ve all got flaws and no one better than Makeup Forever knows how to conceal them. Drive dark spots and skin imperfections away with the Camouflage Cream Palette ($36) that’s available in five color ranges.