I've never been one to keen on primers. I don't know I just find that most of them make these huge claims that they can't live up to. Like giving you a pore-less face... thats not possible last time I checked. So for me finding a primer that does what it says it does and myself actually liking it is a rare site. I figured since mixing foundations was typical for getting your perfect match, why couldn't I do this with primers? I'm sure someone out there has already discovered this but this is new to me.
The BareMinerals Prime Time primer was the first primer I ever used and I've enjoyed it. It's a silicone based primer and helps foundation glide right over it. About two years ago now I was in the market for a primer and I wanted to try something drugstore so I went into rite aid and picked up the Rimmel Fix & Perfect primer. This primer has a salmon tint to it which helps brighten up your complexion which I really enjoy. However, though this primer does a decent job of filling in my pores the texture was just not for me. It has a slight silicone feeling at first but then it get matte which may be the reason why this does a good job on extending the wear of my foundation. So if you have oily skin this may be a good match for you.
Okay so now as to why these to work do well together. First I use the Rimmel Last&Perfect to help fill in my pores, brighten my complexion, and increase makeup longevity. Second I layer the Bare Minerals Prime Time to smooth out my face, but filling in my pore a bit more and allowing for foundation to glide like butter [though you shouldn't glide butter on your face]. Lastly I apply my base and I have an airbrushed finish!
Have you guys every layered primers before? I wonder how many combination I could get that would allow me to get a flawless face...
Have a lovely day!
xoxo Franchesca
I love your blog! Primers are the best for long wear. Want to follow each other doll?
ReplyDeleteBeauty Asylum
I've never tried either of these primers. They sounds great!
ReplyDeleteNever tried any of these. I'm a cult follower of the porefessionals
ReplyDeleteSophia xo.