Many people would like to use mineral foundation. However, they do not want to forego the coverage that their current liquid foundation provides. They do not realize that one of the great things about mineral foundation is that it can be used wet or dry.  There are benefits to both methods. It is important to understand how to use mineral foundation wet and dry. This will help you get the best results at any time regardless of your skin’s current condition.

Use a special horsehair brush to apply your mineral foundation. You will use this brush whether you use the foundation wet or dry. Just make sure that you keep the brush very clean so that you can reuse it each day.

When you use mineral foundation dry, you get very light coverage. This does not mean that blemishes or irregularities will show through. It means that the foundation will feel light on your face. However, you can still layer on the mineral powder foundation to camouflage lines, wrinkles and irregularities.

Here are some benefits to using mineral foundation as a dry powder:

•    It reflects light out of lines, creases and wrinkles.
This minimizes evidence of aging . The mica flakes in mineral powder foundation work slightly more effectively when dry.

•    It feels as if you have no makeup on.
The powder adheres to your skin and creates a smooth, natural surface.

•    You can safely sleep in dry mineral foundation.
Of course it is always better to remove makeup. Dry mineral foundation does not block your pores though and will not cause the kind of        aging and damage that other liquid foundations can.

To apply mineral foundation dry, simply swirl the horsehair brush in the powder. Tap the excess powder off the brush. Then apply the dry mineral foundation to your face in a circular, buffing motion. You can apply as many layers as you like. The end result will be light, bright and natural. You can apply additional cosmetics like eyeshadow, blush or bronzer over the mineral foundation if you like.

Some people prefer to use mineral foundation wet. They feel that this provides more thorough coverage. This is largely a personal preference since mineral foundation covers evenly either way. However, using the mineral foundation wet will provide a slightly more “made up” look that many people find more glamorous. It is less natural, but may be viewed as more professional. Also, it provides a great palate for additional makeup.

To apply mineral foundation in a liquid form, dip the brush in the dry mineral powder. Tap it into your palm or the lid of the mineral foundation. You should not ever get the entire contents of your mineral foundation wet at once. Moisten the brush and swirl the foundation around. This will create a liquid mineral foundation that you can apply to your face using the brush. Smooth it on with your fingers if you like.

In the end, it does not matter whether you wear your mineral foundation wet or dry, or use it dry sometimes and wet others to create a custom cosmetic routine. You will love the natural look and the positive response that you get from your skin when you wear your mineral foundation.