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5 Reasons to Make the Switch to Mineral Makeup


Mineral Makeup has been on the rise in popularity for some time now. But, how important is it really? Is it worth a total overhaul of your makeup bag? We're unveiling the not-so-hidden benefits of choosing minerals and their role in your beauty routine to help you make the switch!

1. Your makeup should be an extension of your skincare.

Here at Osmosis, we believe that true radiance shouldn't stop with your skincare products. Enhancing your authentic beauty goes as far as lifestyle choices, supplements to boost internal balance and health, and even the makeup you wear every day! Mineral makeup supports your skincare efforts by sitting on the skin without settling into pores or fine lines which makes it excellent for the acneic, sensitive, and rosacea skin types that could otherwise have a reaction or breakout to other makeup. It also delivers a seamless, "air-brushed" finish while promoting healthy, nourished skin.

2. Ingredients that work as hard as you do.

Minerals are sourced from the earth and are free of harmful, man-made chemicals that can cause irritation. Instead, they feature powerful natural ingredients that work to nourish, soothe, and protect all while delivering flawless coverage and richly pigmented shades. Look for ingredients such as zinc oxide, mica, jojoba seed oil, and green tea leaf extract on the label of your favorite mineral makeup products!

3. Cruelty-free is the way to be.

Mineral makeup is often cruelty-free which is an added bonus! Osmosis is proud to offer cruelty-free makeup options so you can feel good about the products you're putting on your skin. We take every chance we can to support the movement of protecting animals from harm in the beauty industry and now you can too!

4. Outlasting Performance.

Aside from all of the incredible benefits of skin-nourishing ingredients that minerals boast, the quality of the makeup itself is unmatched. The minerals promote such a smooth, seamless complexion that will last all day, while the finely milled minerals deliver richly pigmented shades to add that extra pop of pretty to your makeup look!
PRO TIP: Moisture is a mineral's best friend. To further enhance the performance of your makeup, spritz with Mineral Hydration Mist and watch as the makeup appears one with the skin.

5. Going Green!

Mineral Makeup is an eco-friendly alternative to most drugstore cosmetics. Because of the naturally sourced ingredients, you can actually minimize your carbon footprint by using minerals. Now that's a win-win in our book!


Upgrade your beauty bag and make the switch to mineral makeup from Foundations, to Shadows, and everywhere in between! Then enhance your daily beauty routine with these self-care tips.

Day Time to Date Night with 5 Easy Touch-Ups!


Whether you're sprucing up for a hot date after work or meeting up with the gal-pals for a Friday night GNO, we're showing you how to touch-up your makeup with these quick and easy steps that will take your look from day to night in a flash.

The key is adding dimension and color to create a vibrant and dramatic look! No need to remove all your makeup from the day and start over (who has time for that anyway?), simply touch up your eyes, cheeks, and lips, and you'll be on your way!


1. Eyes.
Use an Eye Shadow Trio (we used Sugar Plum) or a compact with multi-dimensional shades for a dynamic look. Add a darker tone to the crease of your eye and watch the look transform instantly! Then, create drama with a quick swipe of Liquid Liner and some Mascara (pop on some falsies if you have a good amount of mascara on already)!

2. Cheeks.
Apply some blush to the apple of your cheeks to add some life to your skin after a long day at work!
PRO TIP: Don't have your full makeup collection in your bag? Dab a little bit of Lipstick with your ring finger and blend into the cheeks as a creme blush!

3. Lips.
The easiest way to glam it up! A pop of color to the lips immediately renews your entire face, making you date-night-ready! Our Lip Glosses are formulated to nourish the lips for a supple pout while providing a high-shine pigment that will last all night!

Let us know your favorite quick-tips for getting ready on-the-go in the comments below!






Pantone Trending Shades for the New Year


Ah, Pantone trends, we meet again. This is one of our favorite times of year when we get to celebrate colors and incorporating the latest trends with our makeup! Check out this year's top shades and how you can rock them in 2018 with your Osmosis favorites!



You can never go wrong with a bold red lip! Mimic the trending Cherry Tomato color with our Cinnamon Kiss Lip Gloss to create a vibrant, kissable pout any time of year!






Pink Lavender serves as a great complimentary shadow shade, especially if you've got blue or green eyes! Add a little dimension to the style with Mystic Mulberry Shadow Duo for a fun-loving, flirty flare!







We're obsessing over Chili Oil for 2018! Its deep, romantic hue can be recreated with Vintage Lipstick for a sultry, irresistible lip look.






We'll take any excuse to flaunt a Water Color Shadow! Arcadia closely resembles Azure which is a feature color in our Midnight Glitz Look and we have all the heart eyes.






Chocolate liner is making a fierce statement in 2018 and our creamy Eyeliner formulas will deliver just the alluring smoke you're looking for. Emperador can be found in many of our Colour products but we cannot wait to sport our Brown liner this year (especially with its water-resistant and long-wearing qualities)!




Blooming Dahlia has us swooning. To us, this shade is the perfect pop of flirt for any look! We'll all be pretty in pink this season with Peony Mineral Blush formulated with vitamin E and zinc oxide for nourishment and sass!





Let us know your favorite Pantone shade in the comments below!

Osmosis ABC's: Vitamins


We're getting back to basics this month with our Osmosis ABC's and talking about vitamins A, B, C, and E, essentials in any skincare routine. We are in an exciting era of vitamin accessibility, especially when it comes to your skin. Let's explore the top vitamins for your skin, each of their different benefits, and which Osmosis products contain their power.

A

Vitamin A can come in multiple different forms and is the ultimate tool for age reversal. Here at Osmosis, we believe the most effective yet gentle form of Vitamin A is Retinaldehyde, which is the superstar of many of our top-selling serums. Read more on Retinaldehyde here!

Which products can deliver?:
All Vitamin A Serums
Facial Infusion

B

The most commonly used form of a vitamin B in skincare is actually vitamin B3, or niacinamide. It is effective in all aspects of the skin restoration process by increasing nutrients in the skin. It also contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties for ultimate skin renewal.

Osmosis boasts B in:
Niacinamide Powder Active & Powder Blend
Facial Infusion
Refresh & Refresh PM
All Vitamin A Serums
Repair
Replenish
Enlighten

C

Vitamin C is an immunity booster no matter where on (or in) your body you put it! When applied topically, it helps protect the skin from environmental damage and free radicals that cause wrinkles and lines. It also improves collagen production and can help decrease the appearance of hyperpigmentation!

Get a dose with:
Vitamin C Powder Blend
Catalyst AC-11
Catalyst Plus+

E

Vitamin E is famous for its antioxidants for the body and skin! It is found naturally in our skin but can deplete over time as a result of overexposure to the sun. Tocopherol is the form of vitamin E used in various Osmosis products, many of which are in the Colour Line! Meaning your makeup works to nourish the skin, instead of clogging pores or intoxicating it.

Find it in:
Pressed Base
Eye Shadow Trios & Eye Shadow Duos
Blush
Age-Defying Treatment Concealer

Experience the benefits of all these vitamins for your skin, then let us know your favorite in the comments below!


Your Healthy Halloween Makeup Kit


Halloween is right around the corner! As we carve our jack-o-lanterns, disguise ourselves in our spookiest attire, and prepare for an overload of candy, take a second to scan the ingredients of your Halloween makeup. Halloween is the night where boys, girls, young, and old break out the makeup bag in attempt to create the scariest look to complete their costume. But, beware! Some of the toxic ingredients in commercial Halloween makeup can be just as terrifying as the night itself! We are revealing several tricks with Osmosis makeup that will give your skin a treat as you dress up for Halloween night!

Frightening Foundation.
Choose a Base 2-3 shades lighter than your natural skin tone to achieve a pale-faced, ghostly look perfect for a zombie or skeleton! Our Pressed Bases are formulated with Zinc Oxide, Green Tea Leaf Extract, and our unique Goji Berry Blend that will nourish your skin all throughout the night while giving you a ghostly look!
BONUS TIP: Apply a generous amount of your favorite moisturizer to your face before applying the Base color to help enhance the makeup.

Batty for Blush.
Add a pop of color to your look with some Mineral Blush! We offer a variety of 9 different shades, each of which is formulated with natural ingredients, so you are sure to find the perfect color for your costume that will help scare your friends, not your skin! Peony will help pull together a whimsical fairy look, while Tulip can bring life to a creepy clown or doll!

Eerie Eyes.
Express your costume through the eyes with our array of Eye Shadow Trios. With 10 color pallets to choose from, you can go bright and radiant for a galactic warrior princess with Bronzed Cocoa or acheive a bone-chilling, ghoulish look for a ghost or a witch with Impulse and Aubergine.
Our Liquid Eye Definer is another healthy Halloween bag must-have to help pull together your costume. It's precise felt tip will help make drawing detailed shapes on your skin effortless!
BONUS TIP: Draw a lightning bolt on the forehead to recreate a wizardly Harry Potter look-alike or dare to add details around the eyes for a wildly realistic lion, cat, or giraffe!

Moonlight Lips.
Lip color is the cherry on top of any look, especially on Halloween! What's even better, is you can utilize Osmosis Lipstick, Lip Glaze, and Lip Gloss anywhere on your face to help add drama and intensity to your costume.
BONUS TIP: use Lust Lip Glaze to mimic blood for an extra spooky element! Unlike fake blood you can get at the Halloween store, it will feed your skin with nutrients instead of harm it with toxic chemicals!

Melt-Away like Magic.
Once the night is over, instead of reaching for chemical-filled makeup wipes or soap and water, grab Osmosis Melt Away Gelee! Dip a cotton swab into the jar and apply generously to the makeup, then wipe away with a soft towel. This is a great first step in the double cleansing process to ensure complete removal of all that spooky makeup!

Skip commercial Halloween makeup this year, and create your own healthy Halloween makeup kit here. Your skin will thank you!


Top 10: Makeup Products


There is nothing better than the spring season, it's so close we can taste it! One thing we love about spring is the opportunity to update our makeup look and we have the perfect guide for you to do that! Our top 10 makeup products are in and they are perfect for your upcoming seasonal update, let's take a peak at your fave top 10's and get your style on trend!


1. Age Defying Treatment Concealer: This creamy, highly pigmented concealer does so much more than just cover. It's dual-use everything balm end supplies your eyes, lips, and even your cuticles with the perfect hydrating, dose of argan, and apricot oil to soften fine lines, plump skin, and prep the sensitive under eye area for the perfect makeup application. The balm also makes for a perfect guard for fall out when you are applying a smokey eye!



2. CC Cream: Our unique, true-tone technology formula adjusts to your skin to make for the perfect match, every time. Providing you with sheer coverage, light lifting technology (hello ageless beauty!), and extra sun protection, this hydrating cover cream is perfect alone or used as a primer to your fuller coverage foundations.






3. Melt Away Gelee: We can't get enough of our makeup remover. Melt Away makes for the perfect long-wear makeup remover that leaves the skin supple, soft, and hydrated. We love using this as an all over pre-cleanse to remove makeup and surface impurities before we cleanse with Purify. The avocado and jojoba oils leave your skin feeling pampered and never parched!





4. Pressed Base: It is no surprise that our beloved pressed base has ranking in the top 5 of the top 10! Our pressed base provides you with buildable coverage, protection, and a silky, lived-in-skin finish. We love using our Base Brush for the perfect medium - full coverage look. The best part of our Pressed Base is that it leaves your skin looking and feeling healthy even after you take it off, thanks to it's Goji Berry, Honeysuckle, and Green Tea Extracts.



5. Lip Gloss: Mmmmmmm lip gloss! If there is one item every beauty maven needs in her kit, it's lip gloss. Our richly pigmented glosses, not only provide your lips with on-trend color, but also deep hydrating properties, that keep your lips lush and kissable all day long. With 6 shades to choose from, you have fun, confidence-building colors that can carry you through every day of the week.





6. Mineral Hydration: Mineral makeup loves hydration! Our Mineral Hydration is your perfect pick-me-up, makeup setting, skin-hydrating refresher that you can use throughout the day. Equipped with green tea and vitamin B-5, this mist is all you need to keep your look fresh and your skin happy.








7. Bronzer: Look like you've been on a permanent vacation... all the time. Our bronzer adds the perfect touch of sun-kissed warmth to your face and body. We love using this to warm up our cheeks, shoulder,s and collar bones for the perfect just-got-back-from-the-beach look.





8. Curling Mascara: Keep your lashes on the up and up without the damage of a curler. Our Curling Mascara is perfect to lift and plump dull lashes. You will look and feel awake and ready to take on the world with just one swipe!










9. Brow Gel: Bulk up and shape brows in just a few quick swipes of our Brow Gel. This thick, long-wear gel adds dimension, definition, and volume to your brows so they will always be on fleek. Choose from 4 shades to perfectly match your color!






10. Eye Shadow Trios: Why choose one shadow color when you can have three? Our trios were expertly crafted to provide you with multiple looks, all wrapped up in a neat little package. With rich pigments and satiny-soft finishes these shadows provide you with endless fun. From natural to dramatic, we have you covered from brow bone to lash line.



Learn where to shop our top 10 Makeup Products here.

Osmosis ABC's: Kaolin Clay



It's that time again! Osmosis ABC's is back, hitting you with the letter K! This month we wanted to explore a skin detoxing favorite, Kaolin Clay. This white, earthy mineral has been used in cosmetics for an incredibly long time, while many cultures have been using the benefits of this clay for centuries! Let's take a peek at why this is a must-have ingredient for your routine!



Now that we know the details of this fantastic ingredient, let's take a look at which Osmosis products contain its power!


CC Cream: This makes for the perfect, oil controlling primer! Use our CC Cream with its smart shade technology under your pressed or loose base for the perfect finish!

Pore Minimizing Purifying Mask: This baby is the perfect weekly detox mask. Great for acne, and oily skin-types, this mask will smooth pores, aid in healing blemishes and help stop new breakouts! Use this mask once a week and enjoy the beautiful benefits!

Learn where to get your Kaolin Clay on here.

Gifted: What's in your Stocking?



 Is there anything better than digging into your stocking on Christmas Morning? No, there isn't, which is why we are so excited to offer you these perfect, pint size stuffers for your loved ones. Receiving the gift of wellness, beauty and healthy skin is simply the tops! Without further adieu here are our stocking stuffer super stars:


For the makeup-maven:

Cinnamon Kiss and Lilac Lip Gloss
Amethyst Water Color Eye Shadow
Sangria Lip Pencil
Charcoal Eye Pencil





For the Wellness Wizard:

Hangover Helper Mini
Digestive Health Mini
Relax Mini

These little gems will feel nice and cozy in your loved ones stocking, learn where to shop here.

Makeup: Get Glowing for the Holidays!



There is nothing better than a holiday party! The champagne, the food, the company! Our favorite part of course, is the glamorous holiday looks! This season we launched some great holiday kits that make for the perfect gift for your loved ones (or yourself), one of which is the perfect set to create the most timeless holiday looks. Let's take a quick look at these holiday gems before we get to our holiday Crimson Cream makeup look.

Skincare Power Kit: This kit has everything you need to gift your skin with the perfect holiday glow. Full size StemFactor and Quench Plus couple beautifully with the travel size Purify and Polish. Rejuvenate your skin this season and give the gift of soft, supple skin to your loved ones.






Indulgence Recovery Kit: Take care of your holiday indulgences with this perfect kit to kick the aftermath of eggnog (and...eh-hem bourbon) right outta your bod! This kit includes samples of our metabolism busting Elevate, Hangover, Relax and Digestive Health Harmonized Water. Gift this kit to your holiday party host, he or she will love you for it!




Anytime Makeup Kit: Woah baby! This is one perfect makeup kit. This limited edition palette is equipped with everything you need to create any look your heart can dream up. Choose from Gingersnap and Spice Berry Trios or Chocolate Brûlée and Crimson Cream Eye Shadow Duos. You can use the darker shades to line, smoke, or define and the lighter shades to lift, highlight, and glow. Also included is the perfect tools for a scarlet lip. Sangria Lip Pencil, the perfect warm red pairs perfectly with Berry Frost Lip Gloss, a cooler gem tone that creates the perfect holiday lip!

Now, let's get to the good stuff! Follow along with our holiday look and show up to your holiday parties looking timeless, elegant, and most important, beautifully you!



Learn where to shop for your holiday glow here. 


Halloween Makeup Tutorial: Wow with a Meow!


Halloween is approaching! This holiday is an Osmosis favorite. Halloween is about so much more than dressing up and binging on candy. The 31st is the day you can become whoever you want, what ever you want and completely go to town on living through your wildest dreams! Makeup is such a huge part of Halloween, we couldn't wait to create a look that is as simple as it is spooky! Take a look at our Halloween Look and enjoy becoming a new, creature for a day.



Products Used:

CC Cream 
Pressed Base
Age Defying Treatment Concealer
Eye Shadow Trios:
 Gingersnap
 Aubergine
 Midnight Jade
Black Eye Pencil
Volumizing Mascara
Brow Gel
Lipstick - Vintage

Learn where to shop this spooktacular look here. 

Beauty Hacks: Fall and Winter Survival Hacks







It's finally the end of makeup meltdown season. No more sweaty faces with foundation, mascara and eyeliner running amok, and no more lightweight moisturizers. It's time to bring in the big guns for fall and winter! This time of year brings dryer weather, which means dry skin, hair and nails, and cough, cough... the common cold. Lucky for you we have our favorite hacks to share with you to help you transition to the new season. 



Immerse HackImmerse is a secret multi-tasker. We love using the rich Emu Oil based product on our skin for an action packed dose of moisture but, we also love massaging it onto the ends of our hair, scalp, and nail beds.




Polish and Refresh PM: Can you say, LIP TREATMENT!!! Keep your lips plump and healthy this season. Lightly massage Polish onto dry, clean lips. Let it sit for 1 minute then wipe away with a warm wash cloth. Follow this by slathering Refresh PM on and around the lip area. We love this mini treatment before bed, you will wake up with healthy, smooth, plump lips. You can definitely say "I woke up like this."





Restore, Hydralift Firming Gel Mask and Baking Soda: Mix one pump of Restore, 1 tsp of Hydralift and 1 tsp of baking soda into a paste. Spread the paste on yellowing nails and let it sit for 10-15 minutes. Wash away with warm water and gentle soap to lift summer nail polish stains and treat your cuticles to some major hydration!






Lip Dupe: Looking for the perfect dupe to the Reality Celeb's Lip Line (name rhymes with Tylie Kenner)? Line and fill in your lips with our Brown Eye Pencil, top with Aura Lip Gloss for a sexy, fall trend that's to die for!









Prime your Skin: This fall and winter is bound to bring on some dry, flaky skin. Mix one pump of Immerse with a wipe of our Age Defying Treatment Concealer for the perfect, skin blurring primer. You'll get flawless looking skin and all the moisture your little heart can handle!

Learn where to shop these hacks here.




Osmosis ABC's: G - Goji Berries


Is there anything better than knowing you can use delicious fruits, not only to eat, BUT to treat your skin? Here at Osmosis we are simply obsessed with utilizing the wonderful benefits of fruit. Fruits boast healthy doses of antioxidants, enzymes, and vitamins that are just as good in your body as they are when used topically. This month for our Osmosis ABC's we are taking an in-depth look at the incredible benefits of Goji Berries. These tart, subtly sweet little gems are a powerful skincare ingredient that we love taking advantage of.  Let's dive in and see why Goji Berries are a vital skincare ingredient!

Now you understand why we love this powerful fruit. We love using this ingredient in our Colour Line, making it not only a fun makeup line, but one that treats the skin as well. Let's take a look at what products you can use to get all the benefits of our favorite berry.


Melt Away Gelee - Remove your makeup and treat your skin to the soothing, healing benefits of goji berry.

Long Wear Liquid Foundation - Let your skin soak up the benefits of this berry all while getting long lasting coverage! Multi-tasking at its finest.

Lipstick - Your lips are very sensitive, their thin skin needs a little extra loving and that is just what our lipsticks do with the firming, toning, and hydrating benefits of Goji.

Shade Moisturizing SPF - Protect your skin in more ways than one with the powerful antioxidants of goji berries. Your skin will thank you for being its body guard!

Learn where to shop for this ingredient all star here.