face primer

Bluebell68

Hi
can any body tell me if they use face primer if so which do you use ?
An do you think it makes much difference if wear it or not?
thank you

jen1301

It depends on your skin type but for me I find this one is fab!


http://www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod_10701_10001_123035985099?CMP=SSH&tmcampid=28&tmad=c&sku=6196936&ci_src=18615224&ci_sku=6196936&gclid=CjwKEAjwrbSoBRDok47Sv6Ci80wSJABFUszTjuI5iMZdMdzMdbzBLZK5bpfDNHfgGvkEuNf7-e_c3BoCSZnw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds


I tend to get dry patches and this evens and softens everything and my foundation then glides on perfectly and last really well.

sunfield91

Hi
Primer is a good base for your foundation, it helps smooth out uneven skin tone and minor skin flaws
Smashbox make a good primer, but it all depends on your budget


HTH

donnac2558

Used one for years.

There are different ones for different problems.

Oily skin needs a mat one. But you can get hydrating as well.

I have used Smashbox which I really liked, then developed sensitive skin so moved on. Hourglass, Eve Lom and Laura Mercier. Yes your foundation lasts longer.

Rowan9

I have Laura Mercier and like it. Makes your skin smooth and so, I suppose, foundation goes on more easily.

Bluebell68

thanks to you all will get some
x

[Deleted User]

I just come across this thread and was interested to know this to.

I've also been told Lanacane Anti Chafing cream is also a good primer and cheap.
Has anyone used this? I googled and you tubed it and it seems quite a popular alternative. I haven't given it a go yet. Can anyone recommend anything for combination skin.

fairy_lights

I tried Lanacane anti-chafing gel but it didn't work for me. It's supposedly a brilliant dupe for smashbox primer, and although it did make my makeup go on smoothly it didn't stop my face from getting oily as well as smashbox did. I found the texture quite heavy and waxy, but I've heard other people swear by it. It's only a few pounds for a tube so worth trying.

cherabelle

I do not use a primer as such but I think Clarins beauty flash balm is excellent to wear on it's own, but also as an excellent base for your make up. It's normally £22-£23 for a tube but you really do only need a small amount. Less is more.

jp0111

Not really a primer but I like Avon Make-up Setting Spray - cheap as chips and you just spritz on to set your make up. I also find a few sprays on my makeup sponge/beauty blender before applying foundation works well too.

charliewocka

I use Bobbi Brown facial moisturisers - they all have primer built in. For day wear I use the 'Vitamin enriched face base'. No issues with it and works with my skin type and have been using it for a couple of years now. I think I pay £38 for a pot but it lasts a good while as you need a small amount.