STYLETHREAD -- LET'S TALK SHOP!

i tried a little on my hand in the store, but decided against it, and i have been really rethinking it.  my worry is if the light reflecting "glow" would show up more like little glittery flecks and also if it would make oily skin worse.  if anyone has tried this yet i would love a review. 

also, i was wondering if any pale/fair skinned ladies have tried any of the new mineral makeups that are out, be it drugstore or other.  i have been a BE girl for a couple of years now, and i usually wear the fair foundation, but i have a hard time wearing it in the winter months or when i haven't gotten any sun at all during the summer.  it can be a little too warm. i have noticed brands like physicians formula and loreal have their mineral makeups out and they come pretty neutral and in good colors for fair skin.  i was just wondering if they measure up to the BE or if they are a waiste of money.