Okay, let’s talk about something we can all identify with. You wake up on a hot Yerevan morning, take one look in the mirror and—bam—an unexpected pimple.
Your first urge is to grab your concealer, but we know what happens next. You cover it up, only to have the Yerevan heat dissolve it into a gooey, pasty smear. It’s simply infuriating, and it’s exactly why finding a good mineral concealer in Yerevan is a complete game-changer for surviving the summer.
For years, I thought that was just how it was in the summer. But it’s not. There is something you can do to make it better, and it’s called mineral concealer. It’s basically an incredibly light powder, and it’s a total game-changer. Here’s why I swapped my regular concealer with a mineral one, and why you should do the same.
1. It Allows Your Skin to Breathe
Take a thick liquid concealer. It’s similar to putting a tiny, plastic-y sticker on your skin. When you get hot, the sweat gets trapped underneath it, which can clog up your pores and just feels nasty.
Mineral concealers are special. It’s a powder made up of tiny, natural minerals that just rest lightly upon your face. Your skin can still breathe. You get the coverage you want, and your skin doesn’t feel as if it’s being smothered. On a summer day, that lightness is a godsend.
2. It Doesn’t Make Pimples Angrier
And this is the good news. Most concealers just cover up a problem. But mineral concealers can be beneficial to your skin. Some of them have an ingredient called zinc, which is especially good at calming red, inflamed skin.
And while you’re covering up that blemish, you’re not putting over it something that’ll be worse. You’re covering it up with something gentle that won’t clog it. It’s sort of like covering the spot and patting its back at the same time.
3. You Get Stunning Coverage Without Appearance of Being Cakey
You may see “powder” and think that it can’t possibly do much, but this stuff is wonderfully concentrated. A very small, very tiny amount goes a very, very long way.
You can pat a wee bit on a red spot or under your eyes, and it hides the discoloration instantaneously. And the good news is that because it’s such a light powder, you can layer it on again if you need more coverage and it still won’t be cakey and heavy. It just melts right into your skin and looks so much more natural.
4. It Actually Lasts, Even When You Sweat
I know it sounds weird—how is powder supposed to last when you’re sweating? But the plus side is that the minerals essentially cling to the natural oils in your skin, not the water in your sweat.
That is to say if you do perspire a bit when you’re just walking around town, you can simply dab at your face lightly with a tissue, and the concealer will still stay. It doesn’t just slide from your face like liquid one would. It even has excellent staying power.
5. You Can Use It for Other Things, Too!
This little pot of powder is like a Swiss Army knife for your makeup bag. It’s not just for pimples.
Need an eye primer? A little dusting on your eyelids will help your eyeshadow stick better.
Want a light foundation? Mix a tiny bit of the mineral concealer with your face moisturizer, and you’ve just made your own custom tinted moisturizer.
Need a glow? Use a lighter shade to gently highlight under your eyes or on cheekbones.
How to use (it’s actually easy):
Start with a fresh, moisturized face. Let your lotion soak in for a minute or two.
Use a small, stiff brush.
Moisten your brush in the powder, tap off the excess, and then gently pat it on the area. Don’t swipe or rub—just pat, pat, pat.
Use your finger to slightly soften the edges so that it camouflages.
Seriously, if you’re tired of fighting with your concealer this summer, get a mineral one. It’s just easier. You achieve the coverage you desire without feeling like you have so much gunk on your face. It’s perfect for making it through that Yerevan heat and still being attractive.
