Bare Escentuals : Bare Minerals

Try the matte formula. It doesn't contain some of the irritating ingredients of the regular formula. It also doesn't make your face shiny. It doesn't offer the same lasting coverage as a liquid foundation but if you ever get tired of slathering goop all over your face it's nice to have an alternative and to give your skin a break. I also really like it for a quick natural looking makeup when I'm just going to the grocery store or doing something outdoorsy. As far as olive skin it's hard to find a match but I use two colors: the light has alot of yellow undertones and then I just warm it up with the golden tan. Yeah it's more expensive but it lasts twice as long. I also use either one to set my liquid foundation. Depending on season.

I have been using bare minerals/bare essentials for almost a year, and I have noticed that my skin looks less shiny and oily. I also have noticed my pores are less clogged. This foundation powder for me, doesn't entirely cover acne, but it does a good job covering post acne marks and uneven skin tone colors. When applying the mineral veil afterwards, I do see a difference in setting the foundation but at the end of an eight hour day, I can definitely see a difference in the coverage and find myself touching up. I would love to find a makeup that is great for oily skin and keeps coverage all day :)