Where does mineral make-up come from?

Where does a mineral rock for mineral make-up come from?


I know that mineral make-up comes from a pulverizied mineral rock but was does the mineral rock come from, like where do you find these rocks? Is it the same as going outside and finding rocks then pulverizing them yourself. I would think that these rocks are toxic.Where does mineral make-up come from?
Most Mineral makeup is made from naturally occurring minerals such as titanium dioxide, mica powder, serecite and iron oxides that have been used in cosmetics for thousands of years. Minerals are mined from around the world, purified, %26amp; crushed into fine powders.


Titanium Dioxide:





This is a natural anti- inflammatory agent and a natural sunscreen.


You still may want to use a sunscreen to prevent sun damage.


Titanium can help reduce irritation and redness.


Zinc Oxide:





This mineral is a naturally occuring sunscreen.


When added to makeup, it provides natural resistance to harmful UV rays.





Iron Oxide:


A naturally occurring mineral used for creating color.





Serecite:


This is a colorless mica.


It is also used in setting or finishing powders.


It looks white in color, but goes on clear %26amp; adds to the water resistance and fade proof qualities of makeup.





Kaolin Clay:


Kaolin is a very mild fluffy clay which is safe for all skin types including dry, sensitive skin.


Kaolin has soothing properties and is ideal for sensitive skin.


It has great covering ability, is able to absorb fats from the skin, refines pores %26amp; helps clear up breakouts.





Pearl Powder





Absorbs oils %26amp; Impurities. Keeps skin clear %26amp; smooth, leaving it with a radiant glow.


Pearl powder filters the sun's rays. It contains 20 amino acids.


Pearl powder contains a natural moisturizer and proteins which can help renew skin cells.


Pearl powder can help to prevent pigmentation by slowing down the development of melanin which controls color pigments of the skin.Where does mineral make-up come from?
Minerals
thanks for asking this question.


i've been wondering the same thing.