Paris B: you’re welcome. I feel the same way too 🙂 But I agree with your girls, it’s very important to know what we put on our skin.

LyNn: thanks. I’m not sure why mineral concealers break you out since I don’t know which products you used and the ingredients they contain, but I heard that Zinc Oxid and Titanium Dioxide, which are widely used in mineral makeup can clog pores in people with oily skin, esp when used in high concentrations. So, maybe that’s what’s causing the problem. I worte a post about comedogenic ingredients if you’re interested but keep in mind that it’s not a comprehensive list: http://beautifulwithbrains.com/2009/06/10/what-ingredients-are-comedogenic/

Dao: thanks and good for you! I’m glad you do that, it’s so important and helpful. Yeah, you’e right, the first few ingredients are the most imporant ones, the other are usually preservatives, thickeners or just included for marketing purposes.

Dee: thanks, and I’m really glad to hear that! Well done. My friends are the same and yeah, it is sad. Unfortunately they’ll regret it later when they realise how much they spent on products that don’t really work 🙁

Robin: thanks. Yes, I do, everytime I buy some skincare or cosmetic products I usually spend ages at the counter looking at the ingredients lists and trying to select the best products for my skin. That’s really important. Your ebook sounds interesting, can’t wait to read it.

Nikki: thank you, I’m glad you are and hope you find it helpful 🙂

Ahleessa: you’re welcome and thanks. I agree with you 100%. 🙂