Adding
more zinc oxide powder will offer more coverage and adding less will create a thinner coverage that is better for highlighting.
I bought the
recommend zinc oxide powder, but everything I have read states that it is super dangerous to work with in case of inhalation of the power and the non scented fumes it produces after being heated.
Boutique Homemade Option: For a slightly more customizable and longer lasting homemade option,
use zinc oxide powder (non nano and uncoated) as a base and add cocoa powder and a red or pink hued mica powder to get the desired color.
Remove from heat and stir in the almond oil and Zinc Oxide (be careful not to
inhale zinc oxide powder) until mixed thoroughly.
Add in
the zinc oxide powder, and whisk until combined.
This is a 100 %
zinc oxide powder that contains olive glycerides to nourish, moisturize and protect skin, Ceramide 3 to protect skin, and silica to absorb excess oil and give skin a matte finish.