Mineral make-up has been around for centuries. The ancient Egyptians used kohl and malachite to enhance the eyes and applied red ochre to the lips and cheeks. Mineral makeups consist primarily of titanium dioxide, zinc oxide and micronized minerals. They contain none of the classic make-up 'irritants' such as synthetic dyes, fragrances, talc.

Today's mineral makeups provide many advantages and potential health benefits over traditional makeups. The lack of irritants can have a calming, anti-inflammatory effect on the skin, especially important if your suffer from conditions such as rosacea. Mineral make-ups are non-comedogenic so it doesn't clog pores and potentially aggravate  acne.  Mineral makeup's texture is lighter and different. Despite this, mineral makeup tends to stay on the skin longer. Even with more coverage, you'll see a natural, translucent radiance and more of your skin, which can breathe. The titanium dioxide and zinc oxide give a sun protective effect equivalent to SPF 15.

At Evolve Medical Associates, we carry Colorescience mineral makeup.

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Colorescience

Colorescience® has developed a whole new category of sun protection using nanotechnology to create powdered long-lasting sun protection for men, women and children. One of the most impressive of their products is their Sunforgettable sunscreen, which is a powder sunscreen recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation.

This easy to use, brush-on powder is made of micronized titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, so it blocks UVA and UVB rays, while reflecting the sun's rays! This weightless SPF 30 powder offers water resistant protection for up to 6 hours and won't rub off on clothes or burn your eyes like the greasy sunscreens of the past! Athletes and kids love it! The small retractable brush fits easily in your pocket, purse or gym bag.

For more information, go to the Colorescience website