Jane Iredale Amazing Base ~ Amazing Base Review ~ Tips and Tricks for Loose Mineral Powder
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Simple Steps To Flawless Skin with Jane Iredale Amazing Base Loose Minerals SPF 20
Jane Iredale Amazing Base. Why is it so popular? For starters...
- Like most of Jane Iredale makeup, Amazing Base is a loose mineral foundation powder light on the skin, natural looking.
- Provides skin care! It is SPF 20 to protect you from sunburn, AND it's not toxin ridden as most of the mineral makeup out there.
- This baby lasts A LONG TIME. Much more so than her Pure Pressed, and is not quite as messy as other loose mineral powder products.
Of course, HOW you apply is extremely important. People with all sorts of skin - from dry skin to acne prone/oily skin - have pulled off amazing results. Their secret is in the application techniques.
This lens will help you figure out if Jane Iredale Amazing Base is for you, and how to get that healthy, flawless looking skin step-by-step!
What is Amazing Base? And is it for you?
Well, it is a loose mineral powder with spf sunscreen that can work as a concealer, foundation and powder! If you know the tools of the trade, you can mix and match it match your skin tones in very subtle ways.
It's so light and subtle that it feels you're not wearing any makeup! Don't be surprised when people start commenting on your skin and not the makeup :)
It's so light and subtle that it feels you're not wearing any makeup! Don't be surprised when people start commenting on your skin and not the makeup :)
What exactly is IN Amazing Base?
Will the ingredients break you out?
Jane Iredale's new reformulation has no bismuth oxychloride! That means for those who have had problems with bismuth, this may be your HG foundation!
Jane Iredale's line of mineral makeup is the only one that is FDA approved for its natural ingredients. Not only will it NOT break you out, it is good for your skin too. Many dermatologists recommend this product for its skin-friendly ingredients.
A fair warning: in place of bismuth is algae extract - something that may cause acne on some people. If you know your skin reacts badly to algae extract, this may not be for you.
Jane Iredale's line of mineral makeup is the only one that is FDA approved for its natural ingredients. Not only will it NOT break you out, it is good for your skin too. Many dermatologists recommend this product for its skin-friendly ingredients.
A fair warning: in place of bismuth is algae extract - something that may cause acne on some people. If you know your skin reacts badly to algae extract, this may not be for you.
The Crucial Steps With Jane Iredale Amazing Base
Key Things to Note
- Light application important. You only need very little of it for the full effect.
- You MUST have right brush or it won't work.
- The technique you use will make or break this for you.
Read on for details.
The Perfect Brush for Amazing Base
The right tool for Jane Iredale's Loose Powder
For Iredale's loose mineral powder, the brush needs have firm bristles for exact application.
The Chisel Brush is PERFECT with Amazing Base!
JI's Handi Brush works ok for Loose Powder but in order to really get coverage around the nose and eyes, the Chisel Brush is the right tool for the job!
DO NOT use a fluffy blush brush like Kabuki or it will make the powder fly everywhere! Remember, loose powder is not like pure pressed and can get messy if not done correctly.
The Chisel Brush is PERFECT with Amazing Base!

Try Chisel Brush with Amazing Base
JI's Handi Brush works ok for Loose Powder but in order to really get coverage around the nose and eyes, the Chisel Brush is the right tool for the job!
DO NOT use a fluffy blush brush like Kabuki or it will make the powder fly everywhere! Remember, loose powder is not like pure pressed and can get messy if not done correctly.
The Technique - How to Brush on Amazing Base
After moisturizing, give it several minutes to
allow it to absorb into your skin.

Then gently pat brush into the loose powder.
Lay them on with light, sweeping strokes. Again, no intense buffing.
Spritz moisture spray, let dry, repeat.
Warning: DO NOT buff - buffing will add extra shine to what already has a natural "glow". Remember - minerals are like gems, the more you rub, the more its shines.
allow it to absorb into your skin.

Then gently pat brush into the loose powder.
Lay them on with light, sweeping strokes. Again, no intense buffing.
Spritz moisture spray, let dry, repeat.
Warning: DO NOT buff - buffing will add extra shine to what already has a natural "glow". Remember - minerals are like gems, the more you rub, the more its shines.
How to make Amazing Base into Concealer
To make concealer:
- Put a bit of oil free moisturizer on hand
- Tap some Amazing Base into it
- Blend with a concealer brush into a kind of paste. Keep blending until color is right.
- Then apply with a concealer brush to cover up blemishes and do eyes. It's a perfect match!



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Lasting Power Coverage, Color, and the Finish!
Most of Jane Iredale's products go a long way, but her loose powder Amazing Base lasts the longest. One jar can last you an entire year!
And yes, it does stay on very well as long as you applied it correctly.
All the color choices in Amazing Base tends to be about two shades lighter than Pure Pressed. Use this as a rough estimate if you're switching from one to another.
Loose powder has more coverage by far, and the final finish is a healthy, dewy skin. Rest assured, people will comment on your skin, not your makeup =).
And yes, it does stay on very well as long as you applied it correctly.
All the color choices in Amazing Base tends to be about two shades lighter than Pure Pressed. Use this as a rough estimate if you're switching from one to another.
Loose powder has more coverage by far, and the final finish is a healthy, dewy skin. Rest assured, people will comment on your skin, not your makeup =).
Price Check: Is Jane Iredale Amazing Base Worth It?

So for a roughly $40 case of high quality mineral makeup that can potentially last you a year... need I say more?
Go Get It!
Amazing Base in Warm Silk, Amber, and Golden Glow.
Some of the more beautiful colors that Amazing Base SPF 20 offers are in warm silk, golden glow, amber, and many more options. Don't ever worry about not enough options to match your skin tone. With a bit of effort and creativity, you can mix two different colors together that will perfectly match your skin!
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