You know the little sticker that you peel off the shaker when you first open it? Instead of peeling it off, poke a few holes in it (where the shaker holes are). That way if you travel, less product comes out and you minimize the mess.
I was so excited when they invented the tabs. I still remember my first flight with Bare Minerals in 2006. I didn't even think about the holes in the top. Total disaster.
The foundation, mineral veil and warmth have the slider thing. Sadly, the blush and eyeshadows do not. DH thought he was being helpful and flipped them all upside down on me so I could more easily see the colors. Now I have a huge mess on my hands.
Re: PSA if you use BE or other loose mineral makeup
Mine has this as well.
Yep, mine have the nifty little tab. I was so happy when I opened up one of them to find this.
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