MiMC
MiMC Mineral Essence Moist SPF40 (Light Ivory)
MiMC Mineral Essence Moist SPF40 (Light Ivory)
@cosme rating: 5.0/7.0
A moist and smooth powder foundation made with minerals solidified with beauty serum.
✓ 100% authentic
✓ Ships from Japan in 3-5 days
✓ Duties prepaid for US orders
✓ Tracked delivery via Japan Post
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What it is
This BB foundation boasts five functions in one. This powder foundation, made with minerals solidified with serum, is moisturizing and smooth. For those who prefer a brighter complexion, this ivory shade creates a glow-from-within effect. [POINT 1] Superfruit*1 and wild olive*2 provide anti-aging care*3. This pressed foundation is made with 100% skincare ingredients, solidifying mineral powder with only botanical serum*4. This foundation is made with natural ingredients, free of polymers and synthetic compounds, for a highly skincare-oriented foundation. Formulated with miraculous wild olive (a moisturizing ingredient) for a more beautiful finish and enhanced skincare benefits. It provides an incredibly light, smooth, and translucent*5 finish, with UV protection of SPF40 PA+++. Its cashmere-like texture enhances skin's translucency with each layer, protecting it with its skincare benefits. [POINT 2] Five-in-one high-performance foundation. The more you layer, the more translucent your skin becomes. Mineral Essence Moist aims to combine the powerful makeup functionality of a single product with the skincare functionality of maintaining beautiful skin. It combines five functions: serum (moisturizing + anti-aging), makeup base, foundation, finishing powder, and UV protection (SPF40 PA+++). Simply apply Essence Moist after toning your skin with lotion for a beautiful finish. No cleanser is required; it can be easily removed with soap. MiMC's commitment to its skin-friendly formula and ease of use is evident. For those who value a natural skin look*6, this product is perfect for quick makeup, touch-ups on the go, or as a daytime moisturizing serum. It's also ideal for those who find powder-type mineral foundations difficult to use. [POINT 3] Double Moisture = Hydration + Anti-Aging Care. It uses plenty of botanical beauty ingredients and pressed natural minerals without any added additives. This ensures deep, lasting moisture*7 without drying out, even after extended wear. [POINT 4] . Minerals solve the three major problems of base makeup: pores, shine, and dullness. Minerals vary in type, particle size, shape, and skin effect. While thoroughly covering problem areas, they create skin that's even more beautiful than bare skin. The secret lies in the exquisite combination and complex formula of carefully selected minerals, discovered through extensive research by MiMC. . "Transparent Skin": Contains white clear mica, a mineral that resists dullness over time (sourced in only a few places around the world). Its fine particles collect and scatter light, maintaining its translucency even when layered. Perfect for those concerned about dullness in the evenings. White clear mica is a mineral that brightens your skin tone by one tone. . "Fit Power": The right balance of minerals with different shapes enhances the fit to the skin, preventing thick application. . "Poreless": Spherical soft-focus minerals softly cover pores, reducing the appearance of unevenness and leaving skin looking smooth. . "Prevents sebum shine": Natural mineral clay absorbs excess sebum, preventing sebum shine over time. [Point 5] No cleansing required. Easily removes with soap. MiMC's commitment to skin-friendly formulas and ease of use is key. There's no need for double cleansing when removing. All MiMC products can be removed with soap to avoid stripping away the essential sebum that acts as the skin's barrier. Perfect for those who want a natural, natural look, for quick makeup, for touch-ups on the go, or as a daytime moisturizing serum. [Recommended Item] . Lymphatic Drainage Foundation Brush: For an even more beautiful, polished, and radiant finish, we recommend using it in conjunction with the "Lymphatic Drainage Foundation Brush." Each brush is carefully handcrafted by traditional brush artisans, from the selection of plant-derived fibers to the finishing touches. This veggy brush is gentle on the skin and gentle on both the skin and the environment. *1 Pomegranate seed oil, European rubus seed oil (all moisturizing ingredients) *2 Olive fruit oil (moisturizing ingredient) *3 Age-appropriate skin care *4 Plukenetia volubilis seed oil, pomegranate seed oil, European rubus seed oil, jojoba seed oil, olive fruit oil, squalane, vegetable oil, meadowfoam oil *5, 6 Due to makeup effect *7 Up to the stratum corneum *Case and sponge included
Ingredients
Mica, Titanium Dioxide, Silica, Kaolin, Meadowfoam Oil, Olive Fruit Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, Squalane, Pomegranate Seed Oil, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil, Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil, Vegetable Oil, Tocopherol, Stearic Acid, Zinc Oxide, Iron Oxides
How to use
After preparing your skin with skincare, take an appropriate amount onto the included sponge or lymphatic drainage foundation brush and smooth it from the center of your face outwards.
We ship internationally from Japan!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this authentic?
Yes. We only buy from official retailers and directly from the brands here in Japan. Never resellers, never grey market stock.
We are beauty lovers too, so we know the worry, especially with something you are putting on your face. Authenticity is 100% guaranteed by us.
What are your shipping rates?
On orders under US$75, shipping is a flat US$20 to the United States and US$10 to all other countries.
Orders of US$75 or more ship free, applied automatically at checkout. Your exact shipping cost is shown before you pay.
How long does delivery take?
These estimates are for International Airmail (Tracked) and include 3 to 5 business days of processing in Japan.
- United States: 12 to 15 business days
- Canada, United Kingdom, France, Germany: 9 to 12 business days
- Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, Finland, India, Indonesia, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland: 10 to 13 business days
- China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam: 8 to 10 business days
- Rest of the world: 11 to 18 business days
Actual delivery can be affected by customs clearance, seasonal congestion, or carrier delays in the destination country, all of which are outside our control.
Do you offer express shipping?
Yes. As of 22 July 2026, we offer International Express Mail through Japan Post. The cost is based on order weight and is calculated automatically at checkout.
Will I pay customs or import fees?
US orders: No. As of July 1, 2026, all US orders ship DDP (duties delivered prepaid), meaning we prepay all import duties on our end. Nothing is due at your door.
Orders outside the US: Possibly. Duties and import taxes are set by your local customs authority and are not collected at checkout, so any charges on delivery are your responsibility.
We're working on rolling out prepaid duties for more countries soon.
It's strange that this product doesn't get good reviews. I've bought it three times. It's a very fine-grained, moisturizing powder. It's advertised as a foundation, but I use it as a touch-up powder. I have a challenging inner-dry, combination skin that tends to get both dry and oily. However, this doesn't feel powdery at all, and it moisturizes without smudging or crumbling. Since it's originally marketed as a foundation, it also has good coverage. The coverage is just enough to make my skin look even, but since I'm using it for touch-ups, that's enough. The best part is the moisturizing effect and how it blurs pores, restoring smoothness to my skin. I keep the compact brush that came with Only Minerals' Marble powder (a different brand) inside the compact. I think the fine powder applies beautifully when applied with a brush. There's also a version with a white package that offers enhanced UV protection, which I use in the middle of summer. The feel is the same as this one. I love this product and would be sad if it were discontinued.
I was looking for a powder to wear over sunscreen, so I bought this. It's pressed and easy to use. I use a small puff like loose powder. I always decide this is the last one, but I never find a foundation that suits me. I also tried a certain moisturizing powder, but it's powdery, and once the powder falls off, it doesn't come off. I like pressed powders, so I prioritized comfort over color and bought this. I would prefer the Pink Bright 205 color that's available in the liquid version, if possible. I also wish there was a refill. Is there a reason for that? It's easy to use and not drying, so I'll give it a try.
As other people have said, the scent is similar to crayon, possibly due to the ingredients. Reviews will likely be divided on whether the scent is acceptable or not. It feels moisturizing when used. It didn't irritate my skin, which was nice. When I had the clerk at Cosme Kitchen check it out, she recommended a cushion foundation for my skin type, so I left about half the bottle and stopped using it.
Memo: I used up my Spring/Summer Mineral Essence Moist EX Fresh Neutral and bought this in search of a similar feel, but it had a strong yellow tint and was dark in tone, so it wasn't a good replacement. It also had a fairly strong scent. Using two shades, Ivory in the center of my face and Pure Neutral on the outside of my face for shading, gave my face a three-dimensional look that was just right. Ivory's coverage is weaker than Pure Neutral's, but if you apply it in layers by pressing the sponge into the areas you want to cover, it shouldn't be a problem.
I was looking for a powder foundation and was attracted to the fact that it can be used without a primer, so I bought this. It feels a little drying, but it doesn't become runny and breaks down, and it provides just the right amount of coverage. I think the standard shade would provide better coverage, but I chose the light ivory color to match my skin tone. I plan to use it on days spent at home or when I want to give my skin a rest.