Mineral Makeup by Monave» Mineral Make-up by Monave http://www.monave.com/blog Modern. Natural. Versatile. Tue, 17 Aug 2010 21:43:45 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Happy Independence Day, and don’t forget the SPF http://www.monave.com/blog/julies_corner/happy-independence-day-forget-spf/ http://www.monave.com/blog/julies_corner/happy-independence-day-forget-spf/#comments Fri, 03 Jul 2009 00:07:28 +0000 jrcasper http://www.monave.com/blog/?p=219 As the quintessential summer holiday weekend approaches we are all getting set for BBQs and being outside by the pool.  A lot of people have asked me recently does Monave foundation really provide all the SPF I need for being outside during the long summer days?  The answer is simply YES!  Monave foundation is not only a great sun protectant but also waterproof!  You’ll protect your skin from the sun (and ultimately those pesky wrinkles) but you can also look flawless while you sit by the pool.   This is due to the Titanium Dioxide and the Zinc Oxide in the foundation which are natural sunscreens.  They are actually the active ingredients in most conventional sunscreens, but now you can get it and without the parabens. Depending on the foundation shade you use the protection will range anywhere from 15spf to 70spf.  I was a little skeptical too until I used it earlier this summer for a day out at the pool.  It worked great to protect me all day and I’m fair skinned (burn first, then turns to tan).   I used my Rose Daily moisturizer at night and woke up to my healthy, hydrated and glowing skin!

So, I hope everyone has a fun and safe holiday and don’t forget the sunscreen………….I mean the foundation! To find out which shade you are click here!

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