10 of the best: Mineral foundations

Handbag.com brings you ten of the best mineral foundations in shops at the moment.

by Rebecca Cope
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Susan Posnick ColorFlo Shimmer

Mineral foundation, mineral makeup Susan Posnick ColorFlo Shimmer

If money is no option and you want a modern, easy to apply foundation then this is for you. Unlike all the other mineral foundations this one comes in a handy pen like shape and, with a click of a button, a perfect amount is dispensed on to the brush ready to be applied. It\'s minimal fuss and mess. A pay day treat we reckon!

Susan Posnick ColourFlo Shimmer, £41at Skinbrands.co.uk

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Urban Decay Surreal Mineral Make Up

Mineral foundation, mineral makeup Urban Decay Surreal Mineral Make Up

Allow your skin a chance to breathe with this alternative to traditional foundations from Urban Decay. Perfect for sensitive skin, it\'s free of artificial nasties, dyes, oils or fragrances, and you can pile it on at your own whim (it comes with its own puff) to get the coverage you need.

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Urban Decay Surreal Skin Mineral Make Up, £20 at House of Fraser

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Mii Mineral Irresistible Face Base SPF 25

Mineral foundation, mineral makeup Mii Mineral Irresistible Face Base SPF 25

For a mineral foundation with a cream finish, look no further than Mii’s Mineral Irresistible Face Base SPF 25. With a unique blend of Amethyst and Citrine minerals which warm to your skin tone, you’ll get natural, even colourage. In addition, you’ll also replenish your mineral levels, and protect your skin from UV rays. Perfect!

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Mii Mineral Irresistible Face Base SPF 25, £21

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The Smashbox Halo Hydrating Powder

Mineral foundation, mineral makeup The Smashbox Halo Hydrating Powder

Repair the signs of aging with Smashbox\'s Halo Hydrating Powder! Containing 48 minerals, it acts as so much more than make-up, with an active skin treatment to fight the first signs of wrinkles. Also containing hydrogel technology to ensure you stay moisturised all day long, this really is a wonder-product!

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The Smashbox Halo Hydrating Powder, £46 at Debenhams

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MAC Mineralize Satin Finish Fluid Foundation

Mineral foundation, mineral makeup MAC Mineralize Satin Finish Fluid Foundation

MAC\'s Mineralize range is one of our favourites - we love the slightly luminous finish it gives, making our skin appear radiant and healthy (thanks largely to the added vitamins A, C and E, no doubt!) Long-lasting, we can build up the coverage to suit our needs, and it also protects us from the sun. Phew!

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MAC Mineralize Satin Finish Fluid Foundation, £22.50

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Maybelline New York Pure Mineral Foundation

Mineral foundation, mineral makeup Maybelline New York Pure Mineral Foundation

Maybelline New York\'s Pure Mineral Foundation has a great liquid consistency to ensure healthier, more natural looking skin – no matter how much you need to use. With a slightly luminescent finish, it\'s perfect for giving you a radiant glow.

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Maybelline New York Pure Mineral Foundation, £8.19 at Boots

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Dr Hauschka Translucent Make-Up

Mineral foundation, mineral makeup Dr Hauschka Translucent Make-Up

Any make-up made by a doctor is good enough for us! Dr Hauschka\'s foundation gives smooth coverage for a natural look, evening the skin tone and promoting a healthy glow. In three shades, it blends in with your skin tone to ensure the right coverage for you. Trust us – he\'s a doctor.

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Dr Hauschka Translucent Make-Up, £19.95 at Amarya.co.uk

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Laura Mercier Foundation Mineral Primer

Mineral foundation, mineral makeup Laura Mercier Foundation Mineral Primer

Made from Pure Pearls, Laura Mercier\'s Foundation Mineral Primer\'s promises to promote healthy skin and tackle the signs of aging. It\'s also water-resistant, so perfect for our summer holidays by the pool. With two new brand new shades to cater for the great range of skin shades out there, this really is a mineral foundation for everyone.

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Laura Merciar Foundation Mineral Primer, £28

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The Body Shop Extra Virgin Minerals

Mineral foundation, mineral makeup The Body Shop Extra Virgin Minerals

Extra Virgin Minerals is the first mineral collection from The Body Shop. Containing 100% Community Fair Trade pure cold-pressed extra virgin olive-oil, it produces flawless results. With a range of different textured foundations, from powder to liquid, there\'s something for everyone\'s taste.

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The Body Shop Extra Virgin Minerals, from £14

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Bare Ecsentuals BareMinerals Original SPF 15 Foundation

Mineral foundation, mineral makeup Bare Ecsentuals BareMinerals Original SPF 15 Foundation

Want to invest in a mineral foundation but not sure where to start? With so much choice out there, it can be hard to find out which one is right for you. So here are our favourite foundations to point you in the right direction - and to suit every budget!

bareMinerals Foundation is a No 1 seller in the States. Be safe in the knowledge that the formula is 100% mineral and that it has an SPF 15 to protect your skin. It is gentle, soft and leaves you with great matte coverage. It\'s a top selling range to buy into.

Bare Ecsentuals Original SPF 15 Foundation, £23

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