Bare Escentuals bareMinerals SPF 15 Foundation

Pros: Used with a light hand provides a nice overall appearance.
Cons: Does not correct pore size or fine lines - enhances them.

I was a skeptic but decided to try the Beginner kit.  I went into one of the boutiques in NYC to learn more.  I am not one to have a "makeover" in store but knew I needed to learn more.  Everything in the boutique looked straight out of a ...

Pros: does provide even skin once you figure it out.
Cons: messy, you have to use a lot more than expected, horrible eye coverage

For ages I had been hearing about Bare Escentuals on TV and how it did this and that. I was in the market for some new makeup and Bare Escentuals popped into my head and I did some research on it. I'm the type who likes a light foundation, so I thought ...

Pros: All natural and safe; Smooth, even coverage
Cons: None

First, let me just say I was SO skeptical about this product. I had seen so many infomercials on this, with them promising a flawless complexion and healthier skin. What's not to love about a makeup that looks natural, makes your complexion appear ...

Pros: Totally different that normal make up, heals skin
Cons: It's so different that not many people feel they can wear something so light

I've never worn a lot of makeup but one day my grandmother told me about bare escentuals. Once I got used to the idea of wearing makeup instead of regular coconut sunblock, I tried the bare minerals/escentuals and absolutely fell in love. The first ...

Pros: Stays on all day even in humid weather. Great coverage. No chemicals. Natural look.
Cons: Can be easy to spill. Only a few places to buy it.

I have been using makeup for years. I consider foundation a necessity since my complexion is far from perfect. I have tried many different foundations, looking for one that would consistently work for me without requiring me to apply numerous layers. ...

Pros: Excellent shine control,excellent range of colors when dealing with eye shadow.
Cons: Can get expensive

Seriously...Bare Minerals has become my absolute favorite make up. I got it after seeing one to many of their informercials and was convinced it was going to be fabulous...as it is!!! For those who say it comes on blotchy or it doesn't provide enough ...

Pros: Great coverage, endless color combos and choices
Cons: Expensive

i.d. Bare Escentuals has hit the world by storm in the last few years introducing makeup that is made from natural substances and minerals found in the earth. At first glace, this makeup appears to be just powder, but once applied it looks like cream ...

Pros: light on face, lasts all day long, all natural ingredients
Cons: mess maker! expensive

I was not a person who wore makeup. I have always had a nice clear complexion, until my skin changed. Not liking how my face looked, I went on a mission looking for something to cover it up. I started using a liquid foundation, which seemed to ...

Pros: Light, Natural
Cons: Messy and Time Consuming

As a woman fast approaching middle age I am always in search of a good foundation to cover my many imperfections. After reading Allure magazine's review of Bare Escentuals and seeing they had awarded it the prize of best foundation I almost made up my ...

Pros: PROS: -Soft texture -Light -Doesn't rub off easily.
Cons: CONS: -VERY time consuming -Extremely messy -Streaks & runs if it gets wet.

I'm 24 years old and suffer from adult onset acne and oily prone skin. I wanted to try something that was lighter than my current liquid foundation by Dermacia. I purchased Bare Minerals from the website after seeing the infomercial a million times. I ...

Pros: Excellent coverage, hides imperfections, lightweight, spf included, miracle worker
Cons: Can be messy to apply

I dealt with acne during most of my teenage years which left me with acne scarring. In addition, my cheeks are always flushed looking which presents another challenge. Finding a make-up to conceal those scars and minimize redness was no easy task. I ...

Pros: natural, clean feeling, evens a 40 yr old's sun damaged skin out beautifully
Cons: a little messy, can't really take it with you

My experience began with my 82 year old mother! She had gotten some Medium bareMinerals Foundation SPF 15 at ULTA along with the Kabuki brush. She has been trying to get me to wear makeup and "care about my face" for 30 years so she pushed this product ...

Pros: OK if you are in your 20's or 30's.
Cons: See all above.

I have been a die-hard May Kay user for 35 years. I even sold their products way back when. After listening to my mother-in-law crab and complain about Mary Kay for 10 years and talk about how great this product is I finally caved in. Every time ...

Pros: Lightweight,all natural, perfect coverage.
Cons: Slightly expensive.

Bare Escentuals i.d. Foundation is everything they say it is. Weightless, pure and soft with completely mistake proof application. I began using B.E. several years ago and I will continue to use B.E. until I can no longer lift my arm to apply it. It ...

Pros: So easy to apply, concealer and makeup, lasts, no harsh ingredients, smooth and even skin
Cons: Careful don’t spill!

I’ve liked everything Bare Escentuals I’ve ever tried. But it took me a while to try their most popular product and that is the bareMinerals SPF 15 Foundation. I got the Getting Stared kit in May for my Birthday, and have not used other makeup since. ...