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Topic: RSS FeedShield the sun in beautiful ways: mineral-based makeup and moisturizers use natural ingredients to protect against skin-damaging rays. Here are our favorites - Bodycare - Brief Article
Natural Health, August, 2003
1. Aria SPF 15 Face Lotion
This fast-absorbing moisturizer works well on oily skin ($10; 540-377-9530; www.docshill.com).
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2. Ecco Bella Skin Survival Day Cream SPF 15
This cream moisturizes dry skin without feeling too greasy or leaving a shine ($22.50; 877-696-2220; www .eccobella.com).
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3. Angelique Skin Care Powder Mineral Foundation SPF 17
We got great coverage with this powder foundation. And if you pat your face with a damp sponge after applying it, the foundation becomes water-resistant--great if you're in and out of the pool ($25; 586-979-5772; www .angeliqueskincare.com).
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4. Zia Natural Foundation SPF 8
All skin types can use this oil-free liquid foundation to even out tone. Using a damp cosmetic sponge makes applying this somewhat-thick foundation easier ($14.95; 800-334-7546; www.zianatural.com).
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5. Bare Escentuals bareMinerals Foundation SPF 15
This powder--good for all complexions and skin types--eliminates shine and evens out your skin tone without caking ($25; 800-227-3990; www .bareescentuals.com).
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6. Pur Minerals Shea Butter Lipstick SPF 12
The color from this lipstick stayed put on our puckers, and we loved the variety of bright shades you can choose from ($14; 866-954-4000; www .purminerals.com).
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7. Burt's Bees Wings of Love All-Natural Lipstick
These lipsticks don't have an SPF rating but contain sun-blocking minerals They come in several shades and provide long-lasting color and moisture ($9.50; www.burtsbees.com).
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8. Dr. Hauschka Eye Shadow Duo
These shadows contain sun-protective minerals but aren't marketed for their sun-blocking abilities. They went on without flaking or clumping on our eyelids. Each compact comes with two complementary shades ($25.50; 800-247-9907; www.drhauschka.com).
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