Photo (above): Make-up: Bellapierre - Photographer: Valeriya Maltsava
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Common skin problems caused by wrong make-up
You may have suffered from it yourself: acne, irritation or redness - or maybe even an allergic reaction, caused by using wrong make-up. On your wedding day, you want to shine beautifully, and a healthy skin definitely contributes to that.
So when using your wedding make-up, ask yourself these questions:
Will this make-up potentially disrupt my skin's natural balance?
What effect will this make-up have on my - whether sensitive or not - extremely dry or oily skin?
Will this make-up ‘clog’ my pores and cause acne, irritation or redness?
Will this make-up provide sufficient coverage - without having that typical, old-fashioned mask effect?
Will it prevent my skin from ‘glowing’?
What if we told you that the right mineral make-up can provide an answer to all these possible skin problems? Winny, make-up expert and exclusive distributor of beauty brand Bellapierre in Benelux, shares the benefits of mineral make-up below. Good to know for your big (wedding) day, and for your daily care!
What is mineral make-up?
First things first. What exactly does mineral make-up mean? A mineral make-up consists of four ingredients in different proportions, totalling 100 %. Winny explains to us exactly how the product is composed:
‘The first and most precious mineral is mica. Mica provides a unique glow and long-lasting coverage. The higher the percentage, the better the quality of the product. Bellapierre guarantees the sustainable extraction of this mineral through a fair trade label. The second mineral is iron dioxide, which provides different shades of colour. A third mineral is titanium dioxide, which guarantees an SPF of 15. If you apply a second layer, you build up an additional SPF of 10. This way, you build up the SPF further as desired. The last mineral is zinc oxide. This acts as an anti-inflammatory, avoids redness and prevents acne.’
Healthier for the skin
Mineral make-up is technically healthier than synthetic: ‘Synthetic ingredients, especially with long-term use, can disrupt the skin's natural balance and irritate the skin unnecessarily. In mineral make-up, no substances other than minerals are used. As a result, the likelihood of skin reaction is very low. Unlike commercial synthetic make-up, Bellapierre products do not contain bismuth oxychloride, talc, oils, additives, fillers and other toxic ingredients.’ They like to keep it clean.
Mineral cosmetics also preserve the skin's natural and fragile balance, stimulating its self-regulating powers. This is how you keep your body beautifully balanced.
Skin problems have gone for good
‘Bellapierre is two in one, because besides make-up, it is also a skincare product. Better still, Bellapierre even has a skin-enhancing effect. Every day, therefore, you work on radiant, as well as healthier skin. So there is less chance of acne caused by stress or hormonal imbalances just before your wedding party. Bellapierres products have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Zinc, for example, will soothe the skin and inhibit inflammation,’ says Winny.
Extremely dry or oily skin will also benefit from Bellapierre's mineral make-up. The minerals provide better moisture regulation. Since all products are also non-comedogenic and oil-free, there is also enough room for the pores: they do not close off; so your skin can breathe all day long.
Perfect make-up, therefore, for those hormonal dips just before your big day! And for anyone with sensitive skin tout court...
Frequently asked questions about mineral make-up
Does mineral make-up provide enough coverage?
Winny: ‘We often hear this question coming back. The answer is a resounding YES. Mineral make-up works as both concealer and foundation. Our Bellapierre primer even increases the coverage, extending it without ‘shining’. This is thanks to the powerful mica mineral. Synthetic make-up sometimes creates that typical, old-fashioned mask effect - and we don't want that,’ smiles Winny.
What about my contouring?
Bellapierre also has highlight and contour palettes in cream and powder form. ‘With these, you can play out your contours to your heart's content. Do you want to make your face visually slimmer, make your cheekbones stand out more... it's all possible!', explains Winny. You emphasise your most beautiful facial features easily and quickly.
Are there enough colours available?
Bellapierre has a very wide range of shades. Winny: ‘Any bride comes into her own at Bellapierre. From snow-white to deep dark skin; there is a colour for every skin type. So it's an inclusive brand, and we are proud of it. Everyone happy!’
What about allergies?
All Bellapierre products are hypoallergenic. This means no allergic reaction is possible. So no surprises, on your long-awaited wedding day! The products are therefore approved by the Dermatology Department and recommended by dermatologists.
Tips from the professional
Winny, a passionate entrepreneur with a passion for cosmetics, has been leading Bellapierre in Benelux for 10 years and is the exclusive distributor here.
Her top tips for brides?
‘On the day of your wedding, make sure you have an SOS kit. A ‘cosmetics survival kit’ as it were, containing the necessary lifesavers. Think powder, a kabuki brush, blush and lipstick or gloss. Certainly your lipstick will need to be reapplied from time to time - with all that kissing, eating and drinking!', she laughed. Also, ‘Less is more. In the beginning, many women tend to use too much make-up. Remember well that Bellapierres products are particularly high-quality. Therefore, it is better not to overdo it with the quantities. Start with little and then build up slowly.’
Disclaimer - Tested and approved
The House of Weddings team got the chance to test Bellapierre's products. Among others, we were able to test the BB cream, mineral foundation, brow pencil, eyeshadow, blush, brushes and mineral lipstick extensively during Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week in April 2024. These were long days for our team, and -honestly? we noticed that our make-up looked perfect on every team member, staying on all day and evening long. Watch our make-up looks soon in our Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week vlog! ;-)
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