Let’s revisit Bare Escentuals shall we? A while back, like 4 years or so, no one knew what mineral makeup was. Along came Leslie Blodgett and her pledge to give back to women everywhere the “Bare” skin they were born with and almost immediately it became the new trend. Of course I had to try it and have been an advocate for it ever since. If heavier masks and liquid foundations are not for you, then Bare Escentuals is. Bare Escentuals makeup is made from pure crushed minerals and is perfect for ANY skin type, even for women with skin conditions. Bare Escentuals is the leading mineral makeup brand here in the states and has been hot for a while now and there’s no sign of it cooling down. It contains natural sunscreens and is considered to be one of the most natural and effective makeup collections. Now, having said that I must tell you that it is beautiful and anyone who hasn’t tried it – well here’s the perfect opportunity. The Bare Escentuals Get Started Kit is the perfect product for anyone trying to find the right foundation. It actually comes with a how to dvd that takes the guess work out of the application process.

This complete kit includes all the basic products to achieve radiant skin:
-Two shades of bareMinerals SPF 15 Foundation to ensure the perfect match. (Size: 0.06 oz)
-bareVitamins Skin Rev-er Upper: can be applied daily before applying bareMinerals to rev up your skin
-Mineral Veil: provides a translucent finishing touch to your makeup, infusing it with softness and adding a flawless finish. (Size: 0.06 oz)
-Warmth All Over Face Color: add an instant sun-kissed glow to skin where the sun would naturally touch. (Size: 0.06 oz)
-Flawless Application Brush
-Full Coverage Kabuki Brush
-Maximum Coverage Concealer Brush
-Bonus! A How-to DVD for tried and true beauty tips from Leslie Blodgett, Bare Escentuals CEO..

There really is something for everyone in here without a huge investment. Make sure to purchase the right color starter kit for your skin. Pure minerals made from the earth giving a luminous natural glow while giving full coverage to any complexion.

Bare Escentuals Get Started Kit – Fairly Light/Light ($181 Value) Light for $60!

Having the right tools can make all the difference for any job. Applying make up with the right brushes can make your “pretty prep” look like a professional application. Once you decide to invest in make up brushes I suggest looking for a set making sure it contains a blush brush, two eye shadow brushes, an angled liner brush and a lip brush. Another good reason to own an entire set is because they probably come in a case, making it easy to travel with for glamour on-the-go. A good set of brushes will last a very long time if you take good care of them. Be sure to clean them at least once a month by cleansing with shampoo and if they need softening, a light conditioner. You can clean the case with a Swiffer which is great for removing powder make up.

Bare Escentuals Buffing Brushes The Essential Collection ($87 Value) Buffing Brushes The Essential Collection

I’m a huge fan of Bare Escentuals and have been using their products for a few years. While they may have gotten very popular and may not be the indie product we once loved, they haven’t let their success get in the way of quality. Their new lip gloss line is just lovely. The colors are sexy and bold yet not overstated. I love Allure, Purr and Truffle. The gloss goes on smooth and stays put for a few hours. It adds the perfect amount of sheen to any lip tone and even as a clear gloss to some matte lipsticks. Definitely worthy of my lips.

Bare Escentuals Lip Gloss Allure

This is definitely a must have for the holidays……absolutely gorgeous!! Precious Diamond Beauty Duo by Bare Escentuals is an incredibly rich body formula infused with diamond powder to add the look of luxury to anywhere on your body. You easily brush it on over your shoulders, arms, decolletage or legs. It is made of pure 100% powdered minerals so of course it is even safe for the face. Using this powder will add a beautiful, natural champagne-honey shimmer that makes your skin look like it is covered in reflective diamond bits, now thats festive.

Bare Escentuals Precious Diamond Beauty Duo ($68 Value) Precious Diamond Beauty Duo