Mary Kay Mineral makeup

Mary Kay Mineral Powder Foundation makeup.

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Elizabeth VanHook, Bellbrook, marketer in her 50s, mother of five adult children.

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Updated 8:28 PM Friday, May 29, 2009

Last week our  Dayton Daily News product testers tried out various products and gave their reports. This week, testers tried various shades of Mary Kay  Mineral Powder Foundation  makeup. Two of the three liked it, but only one would purchase it at $28.

WHAT IS IT? Mary Kay Mineral Powder Foundation

WHAT IT'S SUPPOSED TO DO? The consistency of this mineral makeup is lightweight and "buildable," allowing user to decide how much to use. Blends seamlessly and conceals minor skin imperfections.

HOW MUCH IT COSTS: $28

Libby Van Hook

Which color she tried: Ivory.

Did it work?: Yes. I loved it! Easy to apply and light coverage. I layered it with other mineral products (veil and blush) for a complete look.

What did you like about it?: Free of  preservatives and  fragrance. Buffs on softly, giving a natural  appearance. Doesn't take a lot of time to apply, doesn't look "overdone."

What did you dislike about it?: Nothing.

Is it worth the  money?: Yes. It was larger than other mineral foundations that cost more.

Would you buy it?: Yes, I'm hooked.

Would you  recommend it?: Absolutely.

Cea Cohen Elliott

Which color she tried: Beige.

Did it work?: No. Made my pores look like craters.

What did you like about it?: Went on smoothly.

What did you  dislike about it?: Too dark (I have olive skin and it was still too dark). Coverage not good.

Is it worth the money?: Maybe for someone, not me.

Would you buy it?: No. My skin did not look silky, just drab.

Would you  recommend it?: Only to a female with young, tiny pores and no  blemishes.