Bismuth oxychloride? gd or bad makeup ingredient?

I found out the hard way about bismuth. My face was itchy %26amp; burning %26amp; when I got hot it got worse. So I wasted money buying makeup %26amp; throwing it away.


Then I read about bismuth %26amp; when I found makeup without it %26amp; used it I didnt break out.


I'll stay away from bismuth!!! Not everyone breaks out from it.





Here is something I just copied:


Bismuth is the by-product of lead and copper refining, as well as other metals to a smaller degree. Bismuth occurs very rarely in nature. It is on the periodic table of elements under the symbol Bi at atomic number 83. It is very heavy and chemically resembles arsenic and antimony. It has a whitish/iridescent hue and has a very high shine property to it. Of all the heavy metals it is the only non-toxic. Bimsuth is a carrier for fuel in nuclear reactors. Bismuth components are used in everything from detection work, to making acrylic fibers, to safety devices in fire detection and extinguishing items, soldering, magnets and medicine as well as cosmetics. Because it is a by-product of lead refining, bismuth oxychloride should be lead free when companies begin using it in their cosmetics.





Companies use this in their cosmetics because it is cheap to buy and is an inexpensive filler. It does have binding qualities, so the makeup will ';stick'; to your skin, so to speak. There are other products that are just as effective at adhesion, and are better for your skin. Because of its molecular make up, it is often viewed as shiny or pearlescent. It is often sold in these two varieties. This makes it highly refractive, which is something companies want. Refraction will camouflage fine lines, wrinkles and discolorations. If you use a brand with bismuth oxychloride you'll notice a shiny look after applying the makeup. Not like oiliness, but almost shimmery. That's the bismuth oxychloride.





It's a very heavy element, which makes it difficult for many people to wear. It has to be forced into the pores (hence the buffing technique) otherwise it is capable of sliding off the wearer's face. The heaviness can result in clogged pores or irritated skin. Bismuth oxychloride often feels silky and not rough when rubbed between the fingers. Mineral makeup companies that do not use it have a lighter feeling makeup that usually blends into the skin better and with less effort.





Its molecular makeup is a crystalline shape, which may be a cause of the itchiness some women get when they wear it. Many women experience noticeable itching when they sweat. Don't forget it is also kin to arsenic, chemically. Your body will reject things it does not like, and if you'll get sick from ingesting arsenic, it would make sense that your skin would get irritated from having arsenic forced into it.





So, if you find you're experiencing some problems with your current mineral makeup and it contains bismuth oxychloride, you may want to consider switching brands. Many women experience skin irritation when using mineral makeup and don't know why. It's likely that bismuth oxychloride is the reason.Bismuth oxychloride? gd or bad makeup ingredient?
That would depend on how your skin reactes to this ingredient.Although it is a natural ingredient, some people can get rashes,cystic acne etc... For others , it does nothing . unfortunately, there is no way to know unless you try it. This ingredient is found in mineral makeups more than in liquids.I had sucess with minerals where liquids left me with problems on my skin. Actually, most mineral makeups can actually improve your skin( They can't claim that ) . My best recommendation is Bare Essentials. Excellent lineBismuth oxychloride? gd or bad makeup ingredient?
It depends. Many people are allergic to it. Itchiness is the most common symptom, and I believe redness and other symptoms are possible too. Plus, it adds a shiney/shimmery finish to makeup. For someone with very oily skin like me, a matte finish is definitely preferred! But some people who are not allergic to it and like a shimmery finish love it, since it creates a ';smooth'; feel to mineral makeup.





If you are worried about it, there are several mineral makeup brands without it. My personal favorite is Aromaleigh.com -- all of their products are bismuth free, and while the foundations are matte, they also offer shimmery finishing powders if you prefer a dewy or shimmery finish.
It is actually bad....many people are allergic to it and don't realize it. It is the most common ingredient in some mineral makeup that causes the reaction.
I think that anything with the word chloride in it shouldn't go on yoru face.