What it is:A treatment that conceals blemishes and helps to heal outbreaks. What it is formulated to do:Conceal acne and prevent future breakouts with this targeted remedy that comes with its own applicator brush. The 100 percent pure RareMinerals ActiveSoil Complex and its exfoliating properties join the blemish-fighting benefits of natural sulfur to effectively address pimples while helping to prevent future breakouts from forming. This non-irritating formula also helps to minimize the appearance of pores, neutralize redness, and diffuse imperfections. What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Sulfates- Synthetic Fragrances- Synthetic Dyes- Petrochemicals- Phthalates- GMOs- Triclosan What else you need to know:The proprietary RareMinerals ActiveSoil Complex represents a new generation of active minerals. Its extraordinary skin-renewing benefits include accelerated cell turnover and antioxidant protection from environmental stressors. bareMinerals formulates its skincare products to perform expertly with their foundations.Research results:Based on an independent consumer study of Blemish Therapy: - 82% of women felt it effectively reduced blemishes and breakouts - 78% of women saw a reduction in redness and more even-toned skin - 77% of women felt their skin looked clearer

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Question

does this dry out your skin?

does any peeling or else occur when using this product?

asked 4 years, 8 months ago

Anonymous

on Blemish Therapy

13 answers

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answer 1

I've had no problems with peeling or redness after using this product, and I have sensitive skin! It does have a distinctly sulfur smell so I try to use it at night. I'm not sure that anyone smells it after it's on, but don't want to take a chance!

answered 4 years, 7 months ago

sdsunnygrl

(Philly, PA)

answer 2

I have combination skin, and even on my dry areas - this product did not dry me out. Give it a shot! You could continue to use your moisturizer with it to doubly make sure.

answered 4 years, 7 months ago

Anonymous

(North Caldwell, NJ)

answer 3

I never had any dryness or peeling when using this product. That was actually one of the good things about it. It didn't irritate my skin at all.

answered 4 years, 7 months ago

keystar

(Germantown, Ohio)

answer 4

I have had no peeling occur but I do use a RetinA treatment and salicylic face wash. Both are a "chemical" exfoliants. I used this night and day. I do live in Hawaii so my humidity keeps my skin moist and I do not stay in air conditioning for too long. So, you may want to limit how often you use it.

answered 4 years, 7 months ago

HeidiS

(Honolulu, HI)

answer 5

I have not had any peeling; however my skin has been a little bit drier since using this product but its nothing a little moisturizer won't fix.

answered 4 years, 7 months ago

LisaLiz

(Walnut Creek, CA)

answer 6

I have not noticed any added dryness from this product.

answered 4 years, 7 months ago

missheether

(Iowa City, IA)

answer 7

I have combination oily/normal skin. I do recommend using some sort of moisterizer before applying it; not because it's drying, but because it's a powder and it will reveal flakey skin. After about an hour of wear, it almost fuses with your skin's natural oils. It's definitely not drying, and I haven't had any pealing caused by this product.

answered 4 years, 7 months ago

Blythe

(Ca)

answer 8

I have super sensitive skin. It does not dry it out or cause redness. And trust me most products do that to my skin. This is the one line that does not.

answered 4 years, 7 months ago

EileenS

(Wall, NJ)

answer 9

No. I usually wash my face, apply moisturizer, and then use Blemish Therapy as needed. I've never had a problem with drying, peeling, etc.

answered 4 years, 8 months ago

brynne

(Boston, MA)

answer 10

not for me but i dont have dry skin to begin with. i think this product is awesome. it gets rid of pimples faster than anything i've ever used

answered 4 years, 8 months ago

alicia12

(laurel, md)

answer 11

this stuff doesn't dry your skin at all. Probably because it's in powder form. It glides on smoothly and evenly and you don't even feel a thing.

answered 4 years, 8 months ago

Sanders

(Hawthorne, CA)

answer 12

No, this product doesn't dry out your skin or cause peeling. i

answered 4 years, 8 months ago

cowspots2256

(Fort Mill, SC)

answer 13

My skin is quite sensitive, as I have used various acne products that make my skin peel and feel sunburned. In my experience, this does not dry out your skin or make it peel. It's quite gentle.

answered 4 years, 8 months ago

Jessika

(Orange County, CA)

Question

Can you use this if you have an allergy to sulphur???

asked 2 years, 8 months ago

Melo7

(lake Milton, OH)

on Blemish Therapy

8 answers

Answers

answer 1

RN here - allergy to SULFUR is not the same think as an allergy to SULFA based drug classes. SULFA DRUG allergies are to the sulfonamide class of drugs - there is a sulfur molecule in the formula, but I can find not literate link to any cross sensitivity.
SULFUR is a natural element and is found in many areas - including the human body.
Check with your MD or pharmacist just to be safe.
Good Luck =^..^=

answered 1 year, 10 months ago

prettykat

(The Bluegrass, KY)

answer 2

From an MD: If you are allergic to SULFUR, you cannot use this, because sulfur is the main ingredient in Blemish Therapy. If you are allergic to SULFA medications, see my answer to THAT question (phrased like this, from Anonymous (Proctorville, OH): "This has sulfur in it. I am allergic to sulfa drugs. Will I be allergic to this also?"

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

potionslave

(San Francisco Bay Area, California)

answer 3

SULFUR is a chemical that smells like rotten eggs. Difficult to find in the real world, muchless be allergic to it.
SULFA is one of the original antibiotics, still found in some medications to treat bladder infections. If in doubt, ask your doc or nurse practioner.
This product DOES have 3% SULFA. Hives on top of zits is not pretty!

answered 2 years, 6 months ago

timeonmyface

(Buckeye, AZ)

answer 4

I would say probably not a great product to use if you have an allergy to a key ingredient in it.

answered 2 years, 6 months ago

jennifer918

(Detroit, MI)

answer 5

I haven't had any problems yet.

answered 2 years, 6 months ago

momycat

(Michigan)

answer 6

No, Sulfur is the main ingredient...

answered 2 years, 7 months ago

nickiboo

(New York, NY)

answer 7

I dont think u should but if u want to ask ur doctor

answered 2 years, 7 months ago

ravenmage64

(New York, NY)

answer 8

No, the main ingredient is sulfur.

answered 2 years, 7 months ago

jessicariffle

(Oberlin, OH)

Question

Works with all complexions?

I see that a lot of reviewers have light or olive skin tones. I know it says translucent, but will it look 'ashy' on my brown skin? Or does it blend/disappear? I wear BE foundation in warm tan if that helps.

asked 3 years ago

CelesteTheGreat

(Chicago, IL)

on Blemish Therapy

7 answers

Answers

answer 1

Only comes in one color. I apply this with the concealer brush to my spots and then apply my regular powder foundation over. I dont use this as a concealer alone.. it isn't meant to work that way. Besides.. its way too light for most skin tones.

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

xtinax

(Miami, FL)

answer 2

Your foundation should totally cover this product, it seems to just fade/blend.

answered 2 years, 5 months ago

dmcgrew

(Kansas City, MO)

answer 3

I am pretty light skinned and I use this sort of as a really really light concealer on top of my redness/blemishes so it might be a little too white on your more tanner skin. I don't thinks this product can be called translucent.. it definitely is more white than translucent.

answered 2 years, 5 months ago

yyys5116

(New York, NY)

answer 4

I don't think it's translucent. You can try it? It blends for me, but I have very fair skin. I like it because it covers and dissipates redness over blemishes. I really like it, and would recommend it even if you only use it at night (in the privacy of your own home...haha).

answered 2 years, 6 months ago

sofiasofia

(USA)

answer 5

It blends, and has a rosy undertone so wont look ashy.

answered 2 years, 8 months ago

maddiepank

(Toronto, ON)

answer 6

I use it at night and it doesn't matter but also use it in the morning and with the brush I can usually blend it to not show and then I put my mineral makeup over and it's invisible. Love it.

answered 2 years, 11 months ago

tiredpuppy

(Walla Walla, WA)

answer 7

It blends in ok. Just put make-up over it.

answered 3 years ago

Kkri0312

Question

Does this product come in different colors for different skin tones? Or just one basic shade?

I'm just wondering if this will actually blend in with my light brown skintone.

asked 2 years, 11 months ago

aishamarie

on Blemish Therapy

7 answers

Answers

answer 1

Only comes in one color. I apply this with the concealer brush to my spots and then apply my regular foundation over. I dont use this as a concealer alone.. it isn't meant to work that way. Besides.. its way too light for most skin tones.

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

xtinax

(Miami, FL)

answer 2

Didn't really work as a cover up for me at all and I have light skin. It was way lighter than my skin.

answered 2 years, 6 months ago

thekatsmeow

(Keosauqua, IA)

answer 3

I have medium skin with yellow undertones, and I definitely would not consider this product an effective concealer. If applied evenly it does blend it, but if concentrated in one area it is going to be noticeable. I recommend wearing it alone at night and wearing under makeup during the day.

answered 2 years, 6 months ago

les2887

(Tallahassee, FL)

answer 4

This comes in only one shade, but if you blend it well, it will probably look fine. I suggest trying it out in the store before you buy.

answered 2 years, 8 months ago

maddiepank

(Toronto, ON)

answer 5

I wear BE in Warm Tan and this DOES NOT blend well on brown skin. the deeper your complexion, the 'ashier' it appears. I wondered why BE didn't make this product with at least a tan tint for people of color. I currently use it under my BE foundation, but that sounds like a good idea to mix it instead I'll give that a try too.

answered 2 years, 11 months ago

CelesteTheGreat

(Chicago, IL)

answer 6

I blend blemish therapy in with my bare minerals foundation and apply to my whole face, so I think this would allow all skin tones to use this product and have a perfect match. By itself, this powder is very light, so it would have to be mixed with mineral foundation for darker skin tones.

answered 2 years, 11 months ago

mossytreesprite

(Portland, OR)

answer 7

This powder is translucent so it will blend with any skin color.

answered 2 years, 11 months ago

Melissa1219

(Wisconsin)

Question

Does this work for pore on your nose?

My face is normal, and skin is very healthy and soft. The thing is my nose has small pores that whenever i use the B.E. mineral foundation everywhere looks good but my nose.. you can see visibly the pores.. does this product reduce/get rid of all the white heads/black heads/pores visibility???

asked 4 years ago

teenerds

(Westminster, CA)

on Blemish Therapy

6 answers

Answers

answer 1

Yes... I highly recommend this product for pore reduction. Wear it under your make up and withing a couple days I bet you'll see results.

answered 6 months ago

drenicole

(Oakland, CA)

answer 2

The blemish therapy did seem to conceal the bigger pores surrounding my T-zone area. Also, the bigger excitement for me personally was the fact that it zapped up the oil throughout the day, better than any pressed powder I've used! I just applied it over my makeup right on my T-Zone and was shine free for most of the day! Hope this helps :)

answered 7 months ago

steph918

(St. Louis, MO)

answer 3

I would use a primer instead of a belmish therapy to get rid of the appearnce of your pores around your nose. You just need to research on it. I use a couple of primer with my BE foundation because of my giant pores around my cheeks and my nose. It works ... Here is my super secret: I use BE primer and too face poreless. Here's the trick, you have to wait for it to dry. A lot of people do not think it is wet but you need to wait a few minutes for the primer to form on your face to allow it to float. Good luck!

answered 2 years ago

prettyflower

(Antioch, ca)

answer 4

I haven't found that this works very well for blackheads and such. It's great for heavy acne and cystic acne. Try a primer on/around your nose (like the Bare Minerals PrimeTime). That's more likely what you're really looking for.

answered 2 years, 2 months ago

sami12

(Idaho Falls, ID)

answer 5

its been working great to minimize my pores!!! even on my nose!

answered 2 years, 11 months ago

palefoot

answer 6

try using nose strips..and then before you put makeup on, use a primer or moisturizer. that should help but be careful the "blemish Therapy" will dry out your skin if you use/put to much on!. the "rare minerals" face moisturizer. and "ole henriksen". skin insulator. are really good!

answered 3 years, 11 months ago

kell14

(new york, new york)

Question

How to use this product

Can you please tell me if you use this before you would use a moisturizer? Not sure if this would go under or over it. I have been using it under so it works better. Any idea?

asked 3 years, 9 months ago

Anonymous

(Reading, PA)

on Blemish Therapy

6 answers

Answers

answer 1

I use it both ways, depending on where it's being applied, but usually I do use this over the moisturizer so it's sure to stay put. Sometimes, when I need more help w/ this product, I'll just lightly moisturize around the heavily belmished areas & then apply this pretty heavily at night.

answered 2 years, 2 months ago

sami12

(Idaho Falls, ID)

answer 2

I put it on after my mositurizer and it still works out well for me!

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

dnet

(Bakersfield)

answer 3

Since it is a powder formula, I put it on after my moisturizer. My reasoning is that if I used it before the powder would just get smeared around. I put on my prescription acne medicine first (which is a gel), then moisturizer, then I use this for spot treatment on any active blemishes or areas that are prone to real frequent breakouts (like just beside my nose), and then apply powder over it if I need it.

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

potionslave

(San Francisco Bay Area, California)

answer 4

I use this over my moisturizer but under my makeup. At night though I dont use a moisturizer but i do use another lotion and I still put it over. It will just soak in with the lotion but really it will work either way.

answered 3 years, 9 months ago

ladywhiskers34

(San Francisco, CA)

answer 5

I put my moisturizer on first, then my primer, and then brush this on the spots that need help. It works very well for me!

answered 3 years, 9 months ago

Murphy2

(Wichita, KS)

answer 6

I use it after moisturizer, before powder foundation, like a concealer. Probably does work better when applied directly but doesn't it also get wiped off when you apply the moisturizer?

answered 3 years, 9 months ago

jyap

(Pacifica CA)

Question

Does this go on before or after my moisturizer?

I was wondering, when in my skincare routine I should use this blemish therapy?

asked 3 years, 9 months ago

isoanewname

(Indian Head, MD)

on Blemish Therapy

6 answers

Answers

answer 1

Use it alone on a clean face before bed. This will give maximum results without over-drying.

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

thegotogal

(DC)

answer 2

after

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

groovygirl1

(ft lauderdale)

answer 3

I use it Over moisturizer and Under makeup. If worn before moisturizer, I feel I'm just rubbing away the Blemish Therapy as I blend the moisturizer. Do moisturizer, let your skin absorb it so your face is not moist anymore. Then do Blemish Therapy, then your makeup routine. As much as possible, if you use a non-BE foundation, don't let that clog up your blemishes even more!

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

erine2383

(Baltimore, MD)

answer 4

I recommend using this product at night when it can work for an extended period without interuption. Keep the moisturizer for the morning, and make sure you are using one formulated for your skin...if it is too heavy it could be half of the problem with the acne.

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

mljd

(Indianapolis, In)

answer 5

I've been using it daily, after my SPF moisturizer as I would a concealer, on any pimples, around the nose and on chin. Seems if you apply it before moisturizer it might work better, but doesn't it get spread/wiped off while applying lotion?

answered 3 years, 9 months ago

jyap

(Pacifica CA)

answer 6

Definitely use this after the moisturizer, it's kind of like putting on powder... which I don't use.

answered 3 years, 9 months ago

Beth32

(Tulsa, OK)

Question

does it cover redness in the cheeks

i have some redness inmy cheeks and large pores would it cover

asked 3 years, 9 months ago

Anonymous

(orlando,fl)

on Blemish Therapy

6 answers

Answers

answer 1

Slightly- this is not a concealer, but does have some moderate concealing/ neutralizing benefits.

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

0325

(Augusta, GA)

answer 2

yes, but many of their foundations and a product called Bisque works just as well for redness.

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

groovygirl1

(ft lauderdale)

answer 3

I am afraid that it may make your cheeks redder, but go ahead and deep clean your large pores and give it a whirl. You may be surprised at what this little jar can do.

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

mljd

(Indianapolis, In)

answer 4

Lightly..this is not a cakey white product.

answered 2 years, 5 months ago

elly9

(Houston, tx)

answer 5

blemish therapy is aimed more towards blemishes. It does help take alittle of the redness out of a blemish but I don't think it works too well to cover. I highly recommend BE bisque to cover...I believe they changed the name to multi tasking concealor or something like that. Or if you want a kit that contains both BE blemish therapy & bisque, get the BE heal & conceal kit. It's around $25 & comes with brushes in a nice case. If you like it, you can then get the larger sizes & refill this smaller kit.

answered 3 years, 7 months ago

alaney

(Abington, MA)

answer 6

I think it might be too light to cover redness, For redness I recommend the powder from Clinique for Rosacea.

answered 3 years, 9 months ago

mikeyval

(Miami, FL)

Question

Does this act as a concealer? Is it okay to use at night?

The directions say that it can be used as an overnight spot treatment, but how healthy is that? Can your skin still breathe and renew?

asked 3 years, 8 months ago

pinksoysauce

(Colorado)

on Blemish Therapy

6 answers

Answers

answer 1

Yes, it's a bit of a concealer - not only does it reduce redness physically, but it is nude-toned. For my skin, though, it is too light to wear during the day (as a spot treatment) without adding at least a little bit of foundation to match my skin tone. Overnight, though, that's not a problem! I use it on problem areas at night and it definitely helps reduce swelling and redness. Since the ingredients are all-natural in BE products, it doesn't clog your skin or anything. I use RareMinerals on my entire face each night and I've never had a problem.

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

erine2383

(Baltimore, MD)

answer 2

I always use this at bedtime, (wash, dry, and dot on blemish treatment) that is my routine. Sometimes your skin will get a little drier on the treated spots, but I just combat that with a good dose of moisture in the morning pre-makeup. Also remember that if your face wash is too harsh it adds to the drying effect of your skin.

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

mljd

(Indianapolis, In)

answer 3

I use this as a conceler on my sun spots...and yes good also for night time use. This product is very light.

answered 2 years, 5 months ago

elly9

(Houston, tx)

answer 4

it does not conceal at all

answered 2 years, 5 months ago

laninaimantada

(78520)

answer 5

I use this product at night as well as during the day. I put in on under my make up and it hides my blemishes really well.

answered 3 years, 8 months ago

rose326

(CA)

answer 6

This is a treatment, so yes, it can be worn at night. In fact, it should be worn at night. It can also reduce the look of the blemish's redness when worn during the day.

answered 3 years, 8 months ago

hihellobye

(Chino Hills, CA)

Question

How would you compare this product to the RareMinerals Night Treatment?

I have very oily skin and breakout quite often. Originally, I was under the impression that the night treatment was a good choice for me, but that was before I knew about the RareMinerals Blemish Therapy. I'm not looking for a cover up, I'm just looking for something that will heal and help my skin. Which would you recommend?

asked 3 years, 8 months ago

Anonymous

on Blemish Therapy

6 answers

Answers

answer 1

I use the RareMinerals on my entire face every night, but not for acne. The RareMinerals doesn't have the natural acne-fighting ingredients that the Blemish Therapy has. When I have blemishes, I use the Blemish Therapy on those and then the RareMinerals on the rest of my face. Works for me!

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

erine2383

(Baltimore, MD)

answer 2

The Night Therapy to me was to assist the skin renewal process by helping skin sloth off the dead stuff, however the Blemish Therapy is just that, for your blemishes. I have used both but if you are looking to stop the zit in it's track then this is for you.

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

mljd

(Indianapolis, In)

answer 3

i used this and did not really help me, but a lost of people swear by this product.... so.....
I had an acne problem for first time the las summer and my dermatologist recommended me some pills called mycromicyn it is amazing for acne, but go to ur doctor first...

answered 2 years, 5 months ago

laninaimantada

(78520)

answer 4

I've used the blemish therapy for over a year now and I just now purchased my 4th container of it, so it does last awhile. I only use it before bed and it has really helped my skin. I started using it a few months before my wedding and had flawless looking skin on the big day.

answered 2 years, 5 months ago

laurne22

(OK)

answer 5

If you are talking about the Skin Revival Treatment (I've used this over 1yr) v. Blemish Therapy (I've used this about 2 weeks), this is my understanding:

Skin Revival Treatment
- increases cell turnover
- since old cells are sloughed off, younger cells show, which creates the appearance of
- smaller pores
- increased radiance
- fewer fine lines, age spots, etc.

Blemish Therapy
- absorbs oil
- fights current acne, while preventing new breakouts
- with my limited use, this has not helped with minimizing the appearance of old acne spots/scars (I'm not sure if with prolonged use if the product would help this)

From my experience, these products are not really meant to "cover up" acne, they are more skincare products; the Skin Revival Treatment is tinted, so it does allow some coverage, but is meant for nighttime use. For concealing acne, I enjoy using the bareMinerals Matte Foundations or Bisques.

I hope this helps... I'm not 100% sure what you are looking for. For acne, I'd choose the Blemish Therapy; for everything else, I'd choose the Skin Revival Treatment.

answered 2 years, 11 months ago

julique

(Post Falls, ID)

answer 6

You DEFINITELY want the blemish therapy. I have tried both and this one exceeds by far! I wish it were bigger, I think I may start buying two and the price is a bit steep for that. I swear by it though, and so does my daughter who has combination skin. Hope this helps!

answered 3 years, 8 months ago

citizenkym

(Tecumseh, MI)

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