SunCat Natural Mineral Makeup TM 100% Natural ~ Application Instructions and Beauty Tips

SUNCAT NATURAL MINERAL MAKEUP APPLICATION

You only need a very small amount of SunCat Natural minerals to achieve a flawless finish.
Apply your mineral foundation in light layers for buildable flawless coverage. Start with one
light layer and allow the all natural minerals to blend and adjust with your skin tone. Continuing
applying additional light applications as needed. SunCat Natural Mineral products do not contain
heavy minerals eliminating the need for excessive buffing.

For best results apply the minerals to a lightly moisturized face allowing the moisturizer to
absorb into the skin before applying. You can also apply the minerals to a clean bare face. See
what works best for you. For the best foundation application use a kabuki brush.

Follow these quick and easy application instructions for a flawless natural look.

		Place a small amount of minerals either into the lid of the full size products, a compact or a
		small saucer.
		Place your brush into the minerals.
		Swirl your brush in the minerals to load them into the brush.
		Tap the brush on the edge of the lid, compact or saucer to release the excess minerals from
		the brush. You do not want to use a fully loaded brush.
		Using circular and up and down motions buff the minerals onto the skin.
		Allow a few seconds for the all natural minerals to warm and adjust to your skin tone. If
		you would like more coverage or color apply additional light applications.
		Return any left over minerals to the container for reuse.

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FACE PREPARATION TIPS

		Exfoliate the skin to remove excess dead skin cells and improve circulation. Dead skin cells
		clog pores and accentuate fine lines and wrinkles and give skin a leather appearance.
		For gentle daily exfoliation use a 100% cotton wash cloth with your facial cleanser. The
		thin inexpensive cloths work the best.
		Use a gentle exfoliation product like a mask or gentle exfoliant. SunCat Natural masks and
		exfoliants can be found on the Skin Care page.
		Moisturize your skin. All skin types benefit from moisture.

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BRUSH CARE

		Brushes are very important in the application and finish of mineral makeup. Use quality
		brushes for the best results.
		Keep your brushes clean by washing them regularly to maintain healthy skin. Washing your
		brushes removes dead skin cells, oils, dirt, makeup buildup and bacteria. Wash your brushes when they are first purchased and wash them regularly.
		Buildup on makeup brushes cause the brushes to feel scratchy, keeping them clean keeps
		them soft and lush.
		Dirty brushes change the color of your products so keeping them clean maintains the true
		color of your makeup.
		Wipe your brushes on a clean towel daily to keep them clean between washings.
		Wash your brushes at least once every two weeks and more often if you have sensitive skin
		and problem skin prone to breakouts.
		Wash your brushes using your facial cleanser or a mild facial soap. Wet your brush then
		apply the cleanser to the bristles washing them gently. Rinse holding the brush upside down. Rinse until the water runs clear, repeat if necessary.
		After washing your brushes squeeze out the excess water and reshape the bristles.
		Dry your brushes by laying them on their side on a clean towel. Paper towels work well.
		You can also use a hair dryer on a low setting to dry the brushes. Make sure they are completely dry before using.
		Keep the lids clean by washing them when you notice buildup. Wipe with paper towels keeps
		then clean between washing. Make sure the lids are dry before putting them back onto the jars.
		Many skin problems arise from dirty tools such as brushes, sponges and puffs. Keeping them
		clean maintains healthy skin.

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MINERAL MAKEUP TIPS

		When applying makeup avoid using overhead and incandescent lighting. Overhead
		lighting casts shadows on the face causing you to apply too much product. For the most natural look when applying makeup use a natural daylight lamp that shines on your face or sit in front of a window so the natural light shines onto your face. Avoid using incandescent light as it produces a yellow cast which produces a false color. This is why your makeup looks different when you go outside into natural daylight.
		Conceal problem areas with a smaller brush. Use either your foundation or concealer to
		go over your problem areas.
		Use a smaller brush to apply your foundation around your nose and eye area where your
		larger brushes can't reach.
		To apply concealer use a small smaller brush. Apply by pressing the minerals onto the skin
		then blend lightly. Apply concealer after your foundation for best results. If you need more coverage apply additional foundation and concealer.
		Conceal and neutralize red areas of your face with the SunRise concealer. SunRise also
		makes a wonderful eyeshadow primer giving you that "rested look" to your eyes.
		Conceal and neutralize dark areas of your face with the SunConceal and SunBisque
		concealer.
		If you want more coverage from your foundation add a small amount of concealer in the
		lid with your foundation.
		If you want sheerer coverage from your foundation add a small amount of finishing veil
		in the lid with your foundation.
		Reduce the look of large pores by using a kabuki brush to apply your SunCat foundation.
		The kabuki style brushes have dense compact bristles which apply the minerals evenly onto the skin reducing the appearance of pore, fine lines and wrinkles. If you still notice your pores try using a smaller brush to blend the foundation into those areas. SunCat Primers and Finishing Veils will also help reduce the look of pores on the skin.
		Contour your face by using a darker color in the hollows of your cheeks. Try SunShape,
		SunBronze or a darker SunShine foundation shade. Contouring will bring dimension to your face and keep your face from looking flat. To apply make the "fish face" by sucking in your cheeks and puckering your lips. Apply the contour shade in the hollows of your cheeks. Use the same color along your jawline, chin, nose, forehead and around the perimeter of your face.
		To apply blush smile and apply the color to the apples of your cheeks. Bring the blush color
		up and around to just above the eyebrow. This brightens up the entire face. Use very little blush just enough to brighten up your face.
		For a uniform look and to brighten up your eyes and face use your cheek color and
		sweep it over your eyelids this brightens your face and eye area and gives your face a uniform look.
		Bring dimension to your eyes by applying a lighter color on the lid, a darker color in the
		crease and a lighter highlighting color on the brow bone.
		Define your eyes and make them look more open. When you line the eyes you define
		them and make them look more open. Wet your liner brush before applying your mineral liner. Leave your eyes open when applying liner and use small short strokes instead on one long stroke. When you get to the outside corner of your upper lid don't follow your eye down instead bring the line out and up slightly. This will make your eyes look more open.
		Highlight your face to give your face dimension. Colors to try are SunRadiance, SunPearl
		and SunBright. Highlight the outer perimeter of your face, the center of your forehead, the center of your nose and chin, your cheekbones and brow bones, the inside corner of your eyes, and underneath your lower lashes.
		Brighten up your eyes and reduce shadows. Colors to try are SunVanilla, SunRadiance,
		SunBright, SunPearl and SunSnow to the corners of your eyes and to the inside corners of your nose.
		Finish your flawless look with a SunCat finishing veil. Using a finishing veil morphs the
		minerals into the skin giving your face a finished polished look and brings a soft focus air brushed look to the skin. Choose from many different SunCat Veils for the finish you prefer.
		To apply colors wet use a small amount of water in the lid then add your favorite color.
		You can also wet the brush then dip it into the minerals. For the best eyeliner results apply the colors wet. If you use eyeshadow colors wet you can lightly buff them with a dry brush after the color has dried to soften them.

Problem Resolution Tips

		Pores and lines are more noticeable after applying mineral foundation. Make sure your
		face is properly cleansed, exfoliated. If you are using a moisturizer or other skin care products let them completely absorb into the skin before applying the minerals. Use a kabuki brush to apply your foundation then use a smaller brush on the areas you notice pores and wrinkles especially on the nose, chin, and around the eye area. Use less foundation. Try using a darker shade of foundation if the color you are using is too light pores and wrinkles will be more noticeable.
		Face looks shiny after applying mineral makeup products. Make sure your face is
		properly exfoliated, applying minerals over dead skin cells gives you a shiny look and can also cause your face to look scaly or leathery. Use a kabuki brush to apply your foundation. Use a light moisturizer and make sure it has completely absorbed into the skin before applying the minerals. Use a finishing veil with a soft focus to help reduce shine. Use less foundation and blush. Buff the excess minerals from the face with a clean brush. Wipe your brush on a clean towel after applying foundation or other mineral products then lightly buff to remove any excess minerals from the face.
		Under eye area looks dry after applying mineral concealer. Make sure your eye area is
		lightly moisturized and your products have completely absorbed into the skin before applying your mineral concealer. Use a small brush to apply concealer. Apply concealer after your mineral foundation.
		Foundation looks thick or heavy after applying. Make sure your moisturizer or other
		skin care products have completely absorbed into the skin before applying your mineral foundation. Use less foundation. Use a kabuki brush to apply foundation. Use a lighter moisturizer or no moisturizer.
		Wipe your brushes on a clean towel daily after each use to keep them clean between
		weekly washes. This will help correct many mineral makeup application problems including the ones listed above.

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BLENDING COLORS OF SUNCAT NATURAL MINERAL MAKEUP

You can blend all of your SunCat Natural Mineral Makeup products with each other since
everything is formulated to work together. All the minerals are multi-purpose and can be used on
the face, eyes, lips and body and are safe for contact lens wearers.

Take a small amount of each color using a small spatula, the tip of a small knife or spoon and place
the minerals into the lid or a small saucer. You can also dip your brush into each color and swirl
the minerals together in the lid and apply as usual. This way you are not changing the original
color of the products. You can also apply one color over the other.

Blend different colors together to create your own custom colors. Playing with makeup is fun!

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NATURAL BEAUTY TIPS

I have eliminated several chemicals from my beauty routine and I have listed a few things that
may help you do the same.

As I mentioned above exfoliation is an important step in keeping your skin healthy. As we age our
skin doesn't renew itself like it did when we were younger. By removing the dead skin cells you
reveal fresh healthy skin. Removing these dead skin cells lets your face breathe and your
products can be utilized by your skin instead of just sitting on top. When you have a buildup of
dead skin cells your face feels rough, looks dull and can be dry and flakey.

If you are noticing that your face and body is getting dry and you are seeing dry white flakes.
Make sure you are drinking plenty of fluids and you are getting enough Omega 3's in your diet.
Omega 3's are essential for the health of our body and our skin. Flax Seed Oil, Fish Oil and
Extra Virgin Olive Oil are all wonderful supplements. Many women especially those on diets cut
fats from their daily consumption which causes the skin to dry out. Eating the good fats keeps
our bodies functioning properly and our skin naturally moisturized.

Using natural products and eliminating harmful chemicals from our health and beauty regime is
good for our health and the environment. Here are a few natural products you can use and you
probably have them in your home.

Honey

can be used on the face after cleansing and added to facial masks.

ney

has many

benefits for the skin and is a natural humectant and also

contains

natural

antibacterial

properties. If you have problem skin and are

prone to

breakouts try

applying honey

directly to those areas. Leave the

honey

on for a

few minutes

then

rinse off with warm

water.

Green Tea

a wonderful antioxidant for

the body and skin.

We know the

many

health

benefits of drinking green tea. Next time you brew some

organic

green

tea

make a little

extra

and

place it into

spray

bottle for your skin.

Make sure

you

keep

refrigerated

Mist your face

and body with the green

tea then apply

your moisturizer

skin is still damp.

If desired add

some

organic aloe vera gel to

the spray bottle with the tea.

Oatmeal

can be used in facial masks, face scrubs and body scrubs.

Oatmeal

can

be used as

an exfolaint and is very soothing. Use a coffee

grinder or food

processor to grind it up to

the consistency you

prefer

Mix the oatmeal in the

palm of your hand with you facial

cleanser, mask or shower gel. Do not add

oatmeal to your products in their original product

container

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

can be used on your face and body as a moisturizer

and

used in face

masks

and body scrubs.

Just 1 or 2 drops go a long way. Use

Extra

Virgin Olive Oil as the

subsequent pressings

olive

oil

have added

chemicals to

extract more oil from the olives.

One

Tablespoon of EVOO taken

internally daily

will help moisturize skin and

hair along with

providing

much

needed

Omega 3's.

Baking Soda

can be used as a face and body exfoliant and to remove

buildup

your hair

from styling products.

Place a

small amount of

baking

soda in

the

palm

of your hand and add

your facial, body

hair

cleanser

and mix it

together and

apply as usual.

Aloe Vera Gel

can be used

on the

face, body

and

hair

and is a wonderful all

natural

moisturizer

I recommend the organic

dietary supplement aloe vera

gel

which

does not

chemicals

or additives

that are

found in

cosmetic

aloe vera

gel.

e dietary supplement aloe

needs to be

stored in

the

refigerator

. You

can keep

small

amounts out

for

everyday use

and

leave at room temperature

for about a

week

se aloe vera

gel as is on the

face and body

add a few

drops of your

favorite face or body oil and a drop or two of glycerine for a

wonderful soothing

moisturizer.

If you

use

the cosmetic aloe vera gel make

sure you buy the

clear

gel

and that it is

alcohol free

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Mineral Makeup Application Tips ~ Natural Beauty Tips

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