Thread: Milk of Magnesia as a mattifier? Anyone tried this?

I read about this on makeupalley.com and have seen several youtube clips about it but I'm curious if anyone here has tried it!

After trying (and loving!) the Monistat Anti-Chafing Gel as a primer I consider myself pretty open minded!

~~Kimahri

Originally Posted by Kimahri

I read about this on makeupalley.com and have seen several youtube clips about it but I'm curious if anyone here has tried it!

After trying (and loving!) the Monistat Anti-Chafing Gel as a primer I consider myself pretty open minded!

~~Kimahri

The Monistat is a great choice! MOM isn't so good though some might like it.

The problem arises from the pH of MOM (or baking soda, which some also tout as a good exfoliant).

Please read the following post on pH and why your skin prefers acidic products. Why pH is important -- skin, products, acids, etc. - Acne.org Message Boards The product you wish to use is alkaline and will damage your acid mantle and increase the risk of irritation.

Also, here's a link to some pH ranges, MOM included:
Miami Museum of Science-pH Table

I and many others find that blotting papers are the most useful tools for reducing that oil-slick look. If all else fails, the tissuey toilet seat covers in public restrooms work admirably as a blotting paper. One could be cut into many and you'd be set for an entire performance.

Not as a mattifier, but I have really oily skin and have used it as a mask to keep the oil at bay. It worked, but only for a couple hours. The best thing yet I've found to keep down oil production is omega (3-6-9) supplements.

None of the mattifiers work very well for me and many tend to make me break out. I'm usually home during the day so I don't wear makeup and give my face a splash of warm water to keep the oil down. When I'm out and about with makeup on, I use blotters and a powder. (Or tissue/toilet paper if it's all that's handy)!

Originally Posted by _Wynne_

The Monistat is a great choice! MOM isn't so good though some might like it.

The problem arises from the pH of MOM (or baking soda, which some also tout as a good exfoliant).

Please read the following post on pH and why your skin prefers acidic products. Why pH is important -- skin, products, acids, etc. - Acne.org Message Boards The product you wish to use is alkaline and will damage your acid mantle and increase the risk of irritation.

Also, here's a link to some pH ranges, MOM included:
Miami Museum of Science-pH Table

I and many others find that blotting papers are the most useful tools for reducing that oil-slick look. If all else fails, the tissuey toilet seat covers in public restrooms work admirably as a blotting paper. One could be cut into many and you'd be set for an entire performance.

I'm looking for something to help with the oil in general, not just for performing. I love blotting papers as much as the next girl but feeling a steady need to mop up is a pain in the butt.

~~Kimahri

Milk of Magnesia can work well, if used as a very thin layer. I learned this from Paula Begoun, the Cosmetics Cop - I love her.
Oily Skin: Causes & Treatment : Cosmetics Cop: Skin Care & Makeup Tips & Reviews

I actually use MoM to calm sunburn. It really works.

It works as an antiperspirant, but it does make the skin white and I think it flakes a bit when it dries.

Azeeza

My skin is oily but also tends to get flakey, esp on my nose, and MoM makes any flaking look more obvious. I use the Monistat anti-chafing gel as a base coat and like it a lot; and it does beautifully at concealing any flakiness. I also add a final heavy dusting of mineral veil (even if using a non-mineral foundation). This helps me keep from getting shiny and it works fine to add more later on as well, if I need it.
Rosette

I think it helps give skin a more matte appearance. I put it on in a thin layer with a very damp sponge. I have sensitive skin, and it hasn't bothered my skin at all.

Originally Posted by Azeeza

It works as an antiperspirant, but it does make the skin white and I think it flakes a bit when it dries.

Azeeza

I use it as a deodorant and love it! It's only gotten on my clothes if I rush it and get dressed before it dries.