Super balanced is a line of foundations by Clinique that are good for combination skins. The line has been going for many years and has had a few different incarnations, the most recent being the introduction of a mineral power version. The super balanced name comes from it’s purported ability of to provide liquid foundation cover and oil absorption where needed. It also comes in an oil free formula, which makes it suitable for use on rosacea or eczema prone skin which can be irritated by oils.
I remember trying the clinique superbalanced make up range way back when, I can’t remember which year exactly but it was quite a while ago. I used a compact with a refillable solid cake …

I thought it’s about time I post about my all time favorite mineral make up so far. You want to know what it is? Well I suppose the title gives it away already but it is in fact Minerelle’s powder compact. Not only is it the most gorgeous make-up compact I own, it is also the best quality mineral make-up I’ve ever used. I don’t know what it is they put in it exactly, but whatever it is it’s good. This covers all skin imperfections brilliantly from pigmentation to redness from rosacea. I use it as my daily make-up as it’s also lovely to carry around; the compact is secure and looks great with everything with it’s suave gold packaging. …

Amina make mineral make up free of fragrance, talc’s, dyes, mineral oils, synthetic colours, parabens and preservatives. It is sublimely good for sensitive skin for this reason. Mineral makeup does wonders for all kinds of skin issues; from spots, to rosacea, oiliness to dryness and more. It effectively balances out skin tone and provides a protective barrier during the day. Another benefit is that zinc based sun protection is usually better tolerated by those with sensitive skin.
Amina actually make more than mineral foundation powder, they also do eye and lip makeup, primers, blushes and concealers. The cream concealer by Amina is the first sample I tested. It comes in a paste/cream (similar to other concealers) rather than a loose …