The DVD explains how to use the products in the kit. It's very helpful if you haven't used the product before, and helpful even if you have.

It also demonstrates how to use the brushes.

Hope this helps.

I really liked having the DVD, but to be honest it's nothing you can't figure out by yourself. Applying this is a breeze, and swirl, tap, buff isn't exactly code. Still, this was my first real face kit, and I felt more confident having the DVD. So I guess it depends on how confident you are with your makeup abilities.

The DVD shows you step by step how to put on the makeup.
It shows you the order and what brushes to use!
Its pretty helpful

And it also shows off some of the other products that they have. Like eye shadows and stuff like that.

Didn't need to watch the video because I'd seen it demonstrated so many times on tv. The application really is a breeze.

I have oily skin too and I have to say this is the best.

Yes, something in the powder helps dry your skin. You will get fewer breakouts.

I have oily skin, and yes, this is working well on me.

YES! I feel like I have the oiliest face on the planet, and I really don't need to re-apply this product during the day! It's fantastic and I wish I had bought it sooner! :) Hope this helps!

The short fat brush is probably the kabuki brush. It's not in this kit. There are three great brushes - I do what to point out that BE doesn't skimp on brushes in the collections. Brushes are sometimes imperative to good makeup application and a poor brush can ruin everything. The brushes in this kit, purchased separately would almost cost more than the kit itself, making this even a great buy just because of the brushes. For example, I originally paid $28 for just my Full Flawless Face Brush which I use for so many things, other than BE. It's a great brush. I love using it with caked or baked cakes of blushes and bronzers. The brush is thick and grabs the perfect amount of illuminizers, bronzers and the perfect amount of blush. The handle fits comfortably in my hand. It's an exceptional brush. I'm getting a lot of use from it. This brush on its own is a great investment, too, because this is the kind of brush you can use for a lot of different things, if you take care of it. This brush is a great addition to everyone's brush collection. It will last indefinitely, too, if you take care of it. I have a lot of brushes in my brush collection, but this is one of my favorites. The Flawless Application Face Brush costs $22, and the Maximum Coverage Concealer Brush costs $20 when purchased on its own. So there's already $70 worth of brushes in this set even before the products are added in it.

This is a sweet deal worth it just for the brushes.

maybe it had the kabuki (short fat brush before), but the longer foundation brush is exactly the same, just longer. It serves the same purpose.

If you mean the mini buki brush, then no, it is not included. The brushes that are included are are full flawless face brush, flawless application brush and a max coverage concealer brush.

Yes, it is included,look in the picture on the box.

This makeup stays on all day! But don't worry about it feeling heavy or anything, it's very natural. I've never been happier with a kit.

i loved this make up....i cant live without it....it has made my skin beautiful....

Bare minerals is the first face product that I have been 100% happy with! I bought it for my mom then I had to buy it for myself! It is a great product!

I just got this a couple weeks ago and I love it! It definitely stays on a long time. I am pretty greasy and I stay nice and matte all day with this makeup. It's easy to apply - I didn't even use the video, just the handout they provide. I am amazed at how well this conceals blemishes and redness without giving me that cakey feeling or look most products do. I would highly recommend. I am also prone to breajouts from new products and so far so good on this one!

Hi,

The best thing you can do regarding which shade or product to choose, is to go to a Sephora if one is near you. The consultants there are trained to help customers pick perfect shades and the right products, addressing each issue the customer might have. Sometimes what has been suggested to me has been surprising, but they're always right. Having someone on a review board suggest a shade is based on someone else's perspective never having seen you or your skin. If there is not a Sephora near you, I suggest you call the 877-SEPHORA toll free line, and they'll also be pleased to give you a phone consultation. This way you can get something perfectly suited to what you need, and not what someone reviewing here happens to personally favor for themselves. The Sephora consultants are much more objective and can deal with all sorts of skin conditions and issues and shade selections much better than any of us can, when it deals with specific issues.

Hope this helps

No. I have the same issues, and this gives my skin a really flawless look. Applying took a little practice, but so worth the effort!

I don't think it will make your skin any more dry than normal...your skin might feel dry right when you put it on but once it is worked into your skin it becomes more creamy......as for the wrinkles....I do not believe it will make them show any more than they do

Yes, I think it makes lines more noticeable

Hi,

The best thing you can do regarding which shade to choose, is to go to a Sephora if one is near you. The consultants there are trained to help customers pick perfect shades. Sometimes what has been suggested to me has been surprising, but they're always right. Having someone suggest a shade on a board is based on someone else's perspective never having seen you or your skin. If there is not a Sephora near you, I suggest you call the 877-SEPHORA toll free line, and they'll also be pleased to give you a phone consultation. This way you can get something perfectly suited to what you need, and not what someone reviewing here happens to personally favor for themselves. The Sephora consultants are much more objective.

Hope this helps.

If you're afraid that you're to light, then go a shade darker, summer is comming, which means tans... The kit itself also comes with two shades, so if one shade is to light blend them together. I have to blend mine together to get the perfect shade for my skin. And trust me, you'll have no regrets with this product!

You get 2 shades of foundation so this gives you control over what will match your coloring.

You want medium. Fair is very light, much more so than you would imagine.

Try using the brushes that are included in the kit and blend really good and do not use too much of the make on the brush a little goes a long way. Remember blend, blend and then blend again. Try that.

Here is what I do. I apply a thin layer of the foundation first and then apply the bisque color closest to my complextion and then another thin layer of foundation.

try not to use too much and don't use the brush. I the primer but not too often, I actually find that the foundation works well alone. It does help though if you 'scrub' your face prior to using it. This will help to even out the skin before applying any of the BE products

hey,
when i do mine, i apply foundation all over than i use concealer brush to cover datk spots and than i go back with the foundation brush lightly over those spots. than i go ahead with all over color and than the mineral vail :)
i hope it helped in some way
good luck ;)

Hi,

The best thing you can do regarding which shade or product to choose, is to go to a Sephora if one is near you. The consultants there are trained to help customers pick perfect shades and the right products, addressing each issue the customer might have. Sometimes what has been suggested to me has been surprising, but they're always right. Having someone on a review board suggest a shade is based on someone else's perspective never having seen you or your skin. If there is not a Sephora near you, I suggest you call the 877-SEPHORA toll free line, and they'll also be pleased to give you a phone consultation. This way you can get something perfectly suited to what you need, and not what someone reviewing here happens to personally favor for themselves. The Sephora consultants are much more objective and can deal with all sorts of skin conditions and issues and shade selections much better than any of us can, when it deals with specific issues.

Hope this helps.

I'd say medium, you sound like my color. There is lso a good difference between the two colors in the medium kit. the medium is more red toned and medium beige is well, more beige. I use both of them at different times of year. Also, if neither is close enough, they blend together well.

YOU WOULD WANT THE MEDIUM , BEAUSE THE LIGHT MAYBE TO LIGHT AND YOU CAN'T DO ANYTHING WITH IT. THE MEDIUM AT LEAST YOU CAN MIX IT AND TONE IT DOWN

I also have brown eyes and hair. I am usually a medium tone. I ordered the medium. I found it to be on the lighter side. You should order the medium. It comes with two tones to mix. It should be fine for you.

this product comes in many shades

There are 20 shades to choose from. You can customize your kit to match your desire.

No, you should be able to select the color you want if you scroll down to where it says "Add to Cart".

You get to pick your shade.

Of course! Who has not ordered the wrong thing before. There are instructions for returns on the Sephora webpage. It is a safe bet that Sephora wants you to have the right product as much as you do. A happy client makes a happy Sephora.

YES

I did the same thing, but they won't let you pay the difference to get the matte kind. What I did was returned the get started kit and got the customizable kit where you can choose the matte foundation and it has the exact same stuff that is in the get started kit.

Unfortunately, I don't think so - while I can't speak for all stores, I think you'd need the receipt for the individual product and work that way. You can, however, try phoning a store and asking about bringing it in - while I know online may be quite difficult, the stores should be a bit easier to deal with on returns/exchanges. Or if a store isn't anywhere near you, you might try calling customer service, but I don't know how they would handle that.