A Succinct Analysis Of Bare Essentials Kits And Makeup
October 7, 2008
Identifying the best skin care products to both enhance your appearance and keep you looking young can be a time-consuming chore and somewhat pricey. There is, however, an effective product that helps to accomplish all of this at a reasonable cost.
Bare Essentials makeup is an amazing business success story – from a line that was sold exclusively on television to a major makeup company that can now be found in stores like Sephora and Nordstrom across the country. But, does it live up to all the hype? Does it really work?
For a brief overview of Bare Essentials basic kits and starter products, keep reading.
Cost
The Bare Minerals Getting Started Kit typically retails for between $70 and $100, depending on where you purchase it and any deals or specials. Usually, the best bargains can be found not in retail stores, but on television or through the Bare Minerals website.
The price is a little high, but consumers get five products and some great brushes, which are actually fairly good quality and make this kit a great value. For those on a budget or who simply want to test drive the product, the company offers a smaller sample kit at $60.00.
Ease of Use
It’s important to know exactly how to apply your Bare Essentials makeup. Unlike regular cream or chemical-based makeup, it’s a much different approach and won’t look good if not applied properly. After buying the product, I tried applying it before I watched the enclosed tutorial DVD. The results weren’t good.
After my initial failure, I watched the DVD and visited a retail counter to get a full, in-person tutorial with a sales representative. She provided me a complete lesson on how to apply the makeup, and it was well worth the time and effort. It looked great and was easier than I thought.
So, admittedly, the product isn’t intuitive, and most consumers will either need to watch the DVD tutorial or visit a retail location for a complete tutorial. It also takes about five-to-ten minutes to go through all the steps, meaning it’s a little time-consuming for those on the go.
Quality of the Product
When it’s applied correctly, the Bare Minerals collection looks very appealing. It doesn’t cake, crease or melt. The finish is smooth and never looks like it’s overdone. Also, because it’s a mineral-based product, it’s actually good for your skin.
Most women will want to go easy on the bronzer powder, as it’s a little overpowering. Also, while the foundation and base kits are great, the eye makeup and lip powders could probably be skipped. Many will find them hard to use and not as effective or easy to control as other makeup products.
So, if you’re looking for something light, but effective, then Bare Essentials makeup is a great way to go.
