Pur Minerals Makeup is BETTER than Bare Minerals Cosmetics
Pur-Perfection Mineral Starter Kit
Okay girls this is straight up my humble beauty bloggin’ opinion - BUT - I think Pur Minerals makeup is way better than Bare Minerals.
I did not get paid or anything to say it either. I actually did a post about Bare Minerals before (see: Best Mineral Make-up? Hits & Misses, Does it work?) And you can see from the past that even then I had a few reservations about their products.
Although I will say this from the start I immediately like the light feel and natural concept of “mineral” makeup in general. Much, much better for me than heavy foundations and sticks.
I just did NOT like how messy it is, and to be honest the color jut didn’t really match up with my porcelain complexion very well. The “bronzing” tan powder included in Bare Minerals is way too dark and orangey! Made me look like an oompa-loompa!
Luckily my friend Nalini told me about Pur Minerals and I love it!
It’s pressed so it’s not messy and does not leave a trail of powdery tears along my night stand, on the inside of my makeup bag, etc. Plus I always felt like so much of the mineral makeup is wasted whenever I see it sprinkled all over my bathroom counter and clothes.
4-in-1 Pressed Powder - $24.50
The pressed powder still offers that light, natural coverage PLUS they offer way more colors to match every skin type! From the really light (me - Porcelain) to the really tan/dark (maybe you?).
And the set includes:
Mineral Glow - Adds a touch of sun, not orange or too dark! Thank god.
Universal Marble Powder in Pink - Suppose to add a rosy glow of pink. It’s so light and natural I kinda don’t even notice. Which I personally think is a good thing. The mineral veil in other brands if applied incorrectly makes one look uber shiny and oily. This is matte and subtle.
Chisel Makeup Brush - $22.00
Hands down one of my favorite features of Pur Minerals kit was the brush! It was compact (fits in my small makeup bag) yet condensed enough so I can apply the pressed powder to trouble zones (under my eyes). Plus it was cute, I like the lucite handle. 
Anyhow so that’s that, I honestly use the stuff every day now. I haven’t broken out and I heart the stuff. I figured I’d share.
If you are a fan of mineral makeup I really suggest you give it a shot. The best place to start is with the Pur Perfection starter Kit which includes all that stuff above and only costs $35 dollars!
It would cost a lot more if you bought all the stuff individually. I wonder why they do that? If you do try it and love it or don’t like it - let me know. I give it 4 stars. Ha! - Michelle
Comments
Comment from cowbelleru
You have got to be kidding. I have used bare essentiuls for years. A few months ago I tried Pur Minerals, .What a joke. You can have mine. It is junk.
Comment from michelle
To: cowbelleru
Really, you hate it that much!? Be more descriptive, what did you not like about it?
I genuinely like it better, for all the reason I listed in the post so I am honestly curious what you hate about it.
Also, sure if you are just going to throw it away send it over, I can donate it to a woman’s abuse shelter or something.
Thanks,
Michelle
Comment from Raineyes
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Comment from slbrom
I just started using Purminerals makeup & love it. A cosmotologist showed me how to use it. First using a small soft brush to cover your impurfections with the pressed powder. Then cover the pressed powder with all over circullar motion. It covers a multitude of imperfections and isn’t messy to carry.
Comment from Sally
looks niceee! needs suggestion for VD gifts! i’m digging this look good for less now. any other suggestion?! irie, sally
Comment from laurie
I’ll have to try them. I actually use NYC brand of minerals makeup and it works fine for me i think it’s a good price too. I think some makeup is way over priced i mean really it’s all the same ingrediants.
Although i have some Elizabeth Arden and i do love it. It’s extremely expensive. I guess u get a better quality.
Comment from cowbelleru
Michelle- The first thing I didn’t like about Pur Minerals is that is like little rocks. It goes on glumpy and thick. It is very porous and looks totally fake. Do not worry you don’t need to give it away, I have already thrown it away.
Comment from michelle
Hi Cowbelleru!
Thanks for your feedback and honesty! Ya my friend prefers Bare Minerals too, but I think she has different reasons.
No matter what It’s nice to have beauty options for different types of girls right? lol…
Thanks for reading!
Michelle
Comment from Stacey
Excellent review, but I prefer bareMinerals as well.
Comment from Shruti
Hey its great to know about pur minerals. I never tried it. I’ve tried many beauty products but never got a satisfaction as they work well as a sense of makeup but rises many skin problems such as pimples, itching. I was searching for a product that results as a good make-up as well as would be safe(either it is not nourishing but never results for any side-effect). Someone suggest me to try organic natural cosmetics. Firstly I am doubting about it But tried it as they are free from all impurities such as chemicals, synthetic ingredients and are formulated from natural ingredients. I tried it and have to say it also works well.
Comment from leslie
although I have only this product for a few days, I have to say I really like it. I tried the bare minerals kit from Sephora, and I didn’t like the fact that it leaves a yellow cast to your skin. I hated the loose powder concept and the fact that you have to put on like 3 different products. Pur minerals is perfect for me. The color matches much better and it’s just one product and it’s not messy. It’s a keeper for me.
Comment from Britt
I tried Bare Minerals and it was messy and made my skin look ashy…and yes I used the closest color to my skintone that they applied to my face at Ulta. As a black woman who considers herself to have a medium black skintone I dont feel like Bare Minerals has enough variety that actually matches a diverse group of womens’ complexions. So, I decided to try Pur Minerals and I love it. Its so quick because its four in one and you don’t have to put the 5 things that Bareminerals recommend that you put on while doing your make up. It covers up all of the discoloration on your face, it doesn’t look fake to me ( I hate makeup that looks heavy…so I’m glad its not like that it just covers everything up), and I can just put it in my purse and go. I’ve told all of my friends about it! I would just say its a good idea to try it, you might be surprised, I was!
Comment from Tina
I like Pur Minerals much, much better than Bare Minerals foundation because Bare Minerals dried my skin out quite a bit and Pur Minerals doesn’t dry it out at all. I also think Pur Minerals gives much better coverage.
Comment from Helen
I *love love love* the Pur Minerals line. I was apprehensive about mineral make-up and my sis showed me her multi-step Bare Minerals stuff, which looks really good on her. However, she tried to put a bit on me and it looked very artificial and felt heavy on my face (not to mention way too dark) even though we have similar complexions. When I spoke with the cosmetician, she showed me Pur Minerals and I gave it a go. I love how easy the 4-in-1 goes on, and it looks and feels natural. The bronzer isn’t heavy and dark like the one from Bare Minerals, so make-up novices don’t have to worry about over-bronzing.
I like the stuff so much that I’m going to pick up a second shade of 4-in-1 for the summer months (when I plan to tan a bit). The starter kit is also super affordable…awesome stuff, IMHO.
Comment from Ashley
Pur Minerals has got to be the most amazing cosmetic line EVER!!! I have tried a variety of mineral makeups in the past and thought they were ‘great’ untill I tried Pur MInerals. I was surprised at how perfectly it matched my skin colour . It looks so natural and still covers any imperfections! Another great thing about it is that I dont even feel like im wearing any makeup at all!! I have recommended this makeup to so many people already. I love it and will probably never try another makeup again!!!
Comment from leah
bare minerals seems to have a bit more sheen than pur minerals does. I really dont like that shiny look to my face. The mineral veil didn’t help. Pur minerals seems to be a bit more matte in texture. bare minerals also clumps around the forehead area at the end of my work day. Anyways, i’ve made the switch to pur minerals!
Comment from Connie
Pur Minerals won me over! Not only have I used Clinique for the past 20 years, but I worked for the company as well. I first saw Bare Minerals on a late night infomercial and that made me start my research. I looked at more websites and blogs than I care to admit to and in the end I decided to purchase Pur Minerals. I think that not only do they offer a great product, but they always have special offers. I even received some great deals for registering on their website and the offers come frequently: including free shipping, free product and kits at reduced prices. I LOVE Pur Minerals so much that there is not a trace of a Clinique product left in my make up collection. And that says a lot since I have used it since I was 18. Try it you won’t be disappointed.
Comment from rebecca Shabason
I use to use Bare Minerals and loved it for a while but then stop really liking how it looked on me….i felt like you could really see the makeup. About a month or 2 ago I started using Sifted Blur and Forgive by Darac because it promised to look very natural, which it does and i am really enjoying it! Im hearing a lot of good reviews about Pur Minerals so i think im going to give it a shot and compare it to my Darac products.
Comment from Cathe Meyer
Is there any way to “set” Pur Minerals so it is more water resistant?
Comment from Melissa
I love pur minerals the best make-up and it’s all in one step,4 in 1 awesome I get compliments all the time about how my skin looks so good and the gloss well enough said.
Comment from Emily
I also LOVE PUR MINERALS!!! I’ve been using it for 9 years now and I swear by it. It is the only make up that keeps my skin clear of break outs. I get compliments on my skin all the time, but the truth is I have awful skin. Pur minerals just gives my skin a natural flawless look and I will definitely stick to it.
I’ve also tried bare minerals, and I don’t think the coverage is all that great and it does not look natural. I also did not like the all over shimmer or the extra use of concealers.
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