Err isn't Talc a mineral then?

[Kat73]

My daughted can use sudocreme on her bottom, my son cant! Sudocreme can sting because of the antiseptic properties, but good old fashioned zinc and castor oil with a barrier cream on top was best for my son's delicate toochie. God he's gonna love me when he's 30!

 

[apple]

Double base didn't work for me at all , it's so much trial and error trying to find a product that works. Next on my list to try is the pure lanolin.

 

[vampyre]

Double base didn't work for me at all , it's so much trial and error trying to find a product that works. Next on my list to try is the pure lanolin.

Good luck, it's helped me even though other lanolins caused problems. My advice is get a tube squeezer though. Costs a few cents but saves the wrestling match of trying to get the product out of the tube. Squeezers also keep metal tubes like my current skincare looking nice as they get used up as well as getting out all the gunk.

 

[BurlyBeaR]

Double base didn't work for me at all , it's so much trial and error trying to find a product that works. Next on my list to try is the pure lanolin.

might as well cuddle a sheep.

 

[Breeze]

I have dreadfully dry skin too.
The only time I had really soft hands with no dryness or eczema was when I used to have to rub udder cream into the milking goats we had. It came in a huge tub for very little money from the farm suppliers.

 

[BurlyBeaR]

no one has explained to me why bareminerals are good, but mineral oils are bad....

 

[vampyre]

Petrochemicals are "bad" minerals, they drink, smoke, take drugs and gamble their granma's house on the dogs.

Other minerals live a more modest lifestyle, they bake their own cakes, bread and biccies and make generous regular charity donations.

 

[BurlyBeaR]

thank you, that makes total sense.

 

[Loveinamist]

Here you go BB:
Cosmetics

Mineral oil is a common ingredient in baby lotions, cold creams, ointments and cosmetics. It is a lightweight inexpensive oil that is odorless and tasteless. It can be used on eyelashes to prevent brittleness and breaking and, in cold cream, is also used to remove creme make-up and temporary tattoos. One of the common concerns regarding the use of mineral oil is its presence on several lists of comedogenic substances. These lists of comedogenic substances were developed many years ago and are frequently quoted in the dermatological literature.

What are Mineral Cosmetics?




Mineral makeup is simply the most simple, natural product you can put on your skin. "Mineral makeup" takes its inspiration from minerals and inorganic pigments that exist in nature, which are finely milled and purified, then treated or coated with other pigments to create different colors and effects. Some mineral pigments are matte, some have a slight shimmer, and some are positively sparkling! Endless combinations of these beautifully colored minerals, such as mica, titanium dioxide, zinc and iron oxides, and ultramarine pigments, can be created to make every cosmetic from foundation to eyeshadow to shimmer powder for the body!

Aromaleigh has taken these finely milled, cosmetic-grade mineral pigments and microformulated them together to create our own unique color palette. You can use our products just as they come, or mix them together in various combinations, making new color creations that are perfect for you.

Mica, for example, is a transparent mineral which is mined from the earth in thin sheets. It can be opalescent and sparkling or completely matte, ranging in color from grey to blue to green. It is often treated with iron oxides to yield brilliant color effects. Due to the sheer, translucent and skin-hugging effect of the mica mineral, your natural skin tone shines through when you use our blush, facial powders or eye shadows. All of our cosmetics contain mica powder, which reflects light from the face, creating an illusion of a smoother, softer and more radiant skin tone. Fine lines are softened; skin texture appears more even and more lucid.


A study reported in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology (2005) found that the type of highly refined and purified mineral oil found in cosmetic and skincare products is noncomedogenic (does not clog pores).[9]

 

[BurlyBeaR]

ok, so the definition i found of "comedogenic " is that it can cause , or promote acne. so if it doesnt cause or promote acne in me, am i ok to use mineral oil?

and therefore mineral oil is no better or worse than any other ingredient. it either agrees with you or it doesnt.

 

[Loveinamist]

Comedogenic is pore clogging BB.

 

[BurlyBeaR]

and slapping on layer after layer of serum, moisturiser, primer, foundation, blusher, lipgloss etc isnt going to clog the old pores? in my simple little brain, if you apply a substance to your skin, it will go into the pores and therefore would be regarded as blocking them.

sorry but the whole concept is full of inconsistencies.

 

[vampyre]

Yes Bear like every other blessed thing individual results vary and tbh I'm glad you hit lucky so soon with doublebase.
20 freakin' years and all I can manage is doesn't make it any worse product. xxxxx

 

[vampyre]

and slapping on layer after layer of serum, moisturiser, primer, foundation, blusher, lipgloss etc isnt going to clog the old pores? in my simple little brain, if you apply a substance to your skin, it will go into the pores and therefore would be regarded as blocking them.

sorry but the whole concept is full of inconsistencies.

Which is why cleansing is the crucial step, remove makeup then cleanse skin. Above all do what makes your skin look and feel good, not what some buzz saw voiced harpy tells you to do.

 

[BurlyBeaR]

im very happy to block my pores with doublebase if its addressing my dry skin issues, and am doing so as we speak!. im just puzzled by the wider questions. forgive me for being "difficult". maybe i should ring Gobshite and ask her.

 

[Loveinamist]

and slapping on layer after layer of serum, moisturiser, primer, foundation, blusher, lipgloss etc isnt going to clog the old pores? in my simple little brain, if you apply a substance to your skin, it will go into the pores and therefore would be regarded as blocking them.

sorry but the whole concept is full of inconsistencies.

More info:
Noncomedogenic is a term applied to oils, lotions, and skin creams that do not block pores. Noncomedogenic products are also sometimes referred to as non-occlusive. The theory behind using lotions that are noncomedogenic is that by not blocking pores, they will reduce the incidence of pimples.

The cosmetics industry loves terms like noncomedogenic because they sound as though they are scientifically based, and therefore tested. They are at once intimidating and encouraging to customers looking to solve their skin care problems. While there is some evidence that noncomedogenic products may, by not blocking pores, reduce acne, this has not been proven in clinical trials and has not been tested by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Much anecdotal evidence exists, however, which attests to the value of noncomedogenic products. It does make sense that occluded pores are more likely to produce acne, particularly if one is prone to acne. However, some forms of acne result from more than one cause, like the presence of a high number of streptococcus bacteria on the skin. In such cases, using a noncomedogenic product may not significantly reduce acne.

Some products are noncomedogenic, but can still cause skin rashes or irritation. Acne lotions often have citric acids, salicylic acids, or high levels of vitamin A, more commonly known as retinol. These can aggravate acne and cause burning, redness and itching. However, some people find them beneficial in reducing acne.

 

[vampyre]

im very happy to block my pores with doublebase if its addressing my dry skin issues, and am doing so as we speak!. im just puzzled by the wider questions. forgive me for being "difficult". maybe i should ring Gobshite and ask her.

Not unless you want to give yourself a stroke from listening to contradictory and hard sell diatribes.

 

[Loveinamist]

But BB, AY mantra is layer, layer and layer again with potions, lotions, gloop and more gloop. I think not! Simplicity is the key to calming skin down, getting the PH balance back and being gentle. By the way BB, at the risk of sounding like a stuck record, have you had your thyroid tested, dry skin is a symptom of underactivity?!

 

[vampyre]

Don't let anyone sucker you into "calming" essential oils. They need to be tested and used with caution on skin that is sensitive and damaged. Salicylic acid is aspirin from willow bark. Aspirin is a serious allergy for me, as in fatal and the damn stuff is everywhere including derivatives as natural components in things like cucumber and aloe vera fhs. I'm using weleda almond soothing, no essential oils and a tiny ingredient list. The longer the list of ingredients the more I should and do avoid it.

 

[BurlyBeaR]

Not unless you want to give yourself a stroke from listening to contradictory and hard sell diatribes.

I am always happy to give myself a stroke :0)