I don’t know if you’ve noticed but I hardly review products from the usual big department store brands. So I guess some of you may find it a surprise that I’m reviewing the new Hydra-Luminous Flawless Powder Foundation SPF 20 – PA ++ from Clarins today. Well, I was using the Shiseido powder foundation and I was curious how this new product will measure up because it is said to be a high-performance formula with a concentrate of plant essences specially designed for Asian women to provide a moist and 3D Radiance effect with long lasting comfort.

Mineral makeup was all the rage about two to three years ago. Almost every other week, a new indie brand was launched, touting the benefits of the natural makeup. Even the big boys came out with their own versions. But the rage seems to have died down quite a bit isn’t it? Apart from the established brands, I no longer see that many mineral foundation or mineral eyeshadows being introduced. And that prompted me to ask, what’s with mineral makeup these days and are women still using it? Well, I am sure there is still a market for the product but I have no idea if that many women are still using mineral makeup. Perhaps let me tell you about my status since I was using mineral makeup consistently for around two years since 2007.