Basically, no. Primers are designed to sit on the skin to smooth out lines, hide blemishes, erase pores, colour correction, matify or even give a luminous glow. There are a multitude of products out there and many brands now do an entire range of products to suit different skin tones and individual requirements.
Ever wondered why your make up has started to become oily or slide off by the afternoon? Primers also grip any product you place on top of them, holding your make up in place all day!
So, how do you use your primer?
Cleanse, tone and moisturise as normal. Apply a pea sized amount to your make up brush and gently brush onto your face. A little goes a long way with these products. You can apply with your fingers but I dont like touching my face as hands are greasy and you want to avoid excess shine on your face if possible.
Tried and Tested
Smashbox - literally love this primer!It is generally priced around the £30 mark but it is amazing! It feels so silky when it goes on and I found my foundation looked flawless and lasted all day! I haven't tried the other versions that this primer comes in but I have heard they are just as amazing.
Nyx HD Primer - I do like this primer but I wouldn't rave about it. Its cheap and the make up does sit on nicely but is very watery and I find you waste quite a lot. Not ideal for make up artists when you dont have time to be too careful.
Nyx Born To Glow Illuminator - Not strictly a primer but it can be used as a foundation base. If this is how you plan to use it then I suggest using an emolient moisturiser first. If you have oily or combination skin, used sparingly as a primer, this will give you the pefect glow. But if you have dry skin, it seems to collect on dry areas and the foundation looks caked on.
Maybeline Baby Skin primer - like many brands, there are now different versions of this but I have only tried the original. Its priced around £7 so a decent price for anyone wanting to use it. I like the gel like consistency and a little does go a long way. I find the foundation does look smoother too so definately a good buy. Only downfall for me is that when its cold, it does harden slightly and makes it harder to spread as evenly.
L'Oreal Infallible Primer - this is what I have been using lately and I have to say I really like it! Its cost effective yet gives foundation that long lasting finish. It doesn't dry the face out either which I was worried about. Definitely one for the kit!
Illamasqua Hydra Veil - perfect for dry skin! This is such a hydrating primer and evens skin tone. A little more pricey but worth it if you want that truly flawless base.
Becca Backlight Filter Primer - at £30 a bottle this is definitely on the higher end of the price sale. However it is worth every penny! It is so light reflecting and gives such a radiant look. If you want to invest in glowing skin all night long then this is the primer for you!!
Ever wondered why your make up has started to become oily or slide off by the afternoon? Primers also grip any product you place on top of them, holding your make up in place all day!
So, how do you use your primer?
Cleanse, tone and moisturise as normal. Apply a pea sized amount to your make up brush and gently brush onto your face. A little goes a long way with these products. You can apply with your fingers but I dont like touching my face as hands are greasy and you want to avoid excess shine on your face if possible.
Tried and Tested
Smashbox - literally love this primer!It is generally priced around the £30 mark but it is amazing! It feels so silky when it goes on and I found my foundation looked flawless and lasted all day! I haven't tried the other versions that this primer comes in but I have heard they are just as amazing.
Nyx HD Primer - I do like this primer but I wouldn't rave about it. Its cheap and the make up does sit on nicely but is very watery and I find you waste quite a lot. Not ideal for make up artists when you dont have time to be too careful.
Nyx Born To Glow Illuminator - Not strictly a primer but it can be used as a foundation base. If this is how you plan to use it then I suggest using an emolient moisturiser first. If you have oily or combination skin, used sparingly as a primer, this will give you the pefect glow. But if you have dry skin, it seems to collect on dry areas and the foundation looks caked on.
Maybeline Baby Skin primer - like many brands, there are now different versions of this but I have only tried the original. Its priced around £7 so a decent price for anyone wanting to use it. I like the gel like consistency and a little does go a long way. I find the foundation does look smoother too so definately a good buy. Only downfall for me is that when its cold, it does harden slightly and makes it harder to spread as evenly.
L'Oreal Infallible Primer - this is what I have been using lately and I have to say I really like it! Its cost effective yet gives foundation that long lasting finish. It doesn't dry the face out either which I was worried about. Definitely one for the kit!
Illamasqua Hydra Veil - perfect for dry skin! This is such a hydrating primer and evens skin tone. A little more pricey but worth it if you want that truly flawless base.
Becca Backlight Filter Primer - at £30 a bottle this is definitely on the higher end of the price sale. However it is worth every penny! It is so light reflecting and gives such a radiant look. If you want to invest in glowing skin all night long then this is the primer for you!!
