Great PRIMER debate.

Hi,

So my post schedule is off slightly, I had a major assessment due for my Masters course last week and since then I have been avoiding my laptop and doing house work.

Otherwise the Primer debate continues.. 

The first time I ever used a primer was approximately four or so years ago, before applying make-up for my Aunty's hens night. At the time I was heavy into eyeliner and had no clue what contouring was. Shock! Horror! Let alone that you had to put a powder over a foundation for it to set. Therefore it was in my best interest to hand the reigns over to my aunt and her friend who is a professional dancer. They squirted out this slimy stuff on my finger and instructed me to apply it all over my face.. and well what do you know, my foundation lasted all night. Since then I have been on the hunt for the perfect primer.

Too faced Hangover Primer

Brilliant Primer from Mecca Cosmetica - started with a sample pot and then my friend changed primers and gave me her mostly full tube to use. It is definitely my favourite primer, that I try to use on special occasions as being a bit of a pauper means its hard to afford. 

Would recommend if you have the budget.

Maybelline's Baby Skin Instant Pore Eraser

I kept seeing ads on tv for this primer and  figured if I could find it on sale I would buy it.. 

A few days later it came home with me. I only finished my first tube a couple of weeks ago and I have to admit it is the shizz! It has an odd feeling texture, silicon like but glides onto the face easily. This then makes the next product whether it is BB, CC cream or foundation apply easily and flawlessly. It also adds to the length of time make-up lasts on the face. It considerably makes pores less visible.

Would recommend.

Rimmel Lasting Finish Primer

A primer I bought it up in Mildura on sale at Coles, and have only just started using.
This is product has a thick consistency, with a milk like colour. At first I was not completely sold on this product, I felt that more testing is required. I've been using it the last couple of weeks and at first felt like it didn't do a lot. Until I tried out a couple of other primers on alternate day. It is fantastic, it doesn't clog my pores or cause break outs. My make-up stays longer and applies smoother.

Would definitely recommend.

Nivea Men Sensitive Post Shave balm

I've used this product as a primer a couple of times recently and for a Men's product it works quite well. It does hold foundation where it is applied and extends the time the foundation stays on the face.

I have found I get a better foundation/ colour corrector application if I wait till this product becomes tacky. It tends to hold the product better than if I let it completely dry.
In terms of consistency, it is thin and milky and has a very strong manly smell. The smell doesn't bother me. I have read that it can be a hit and miss. 

So far I would recommend.



W7 Prime Magic Camera Ready Face Primer

I have a new obsession with W7 brand cosmetics. I have recently bought some of their eye shadows, their bronzer/highligher & blush and have found they are quality for such a small price. I do not think I am completely into this primer though...
The primer has the same consistency and feeling when applied as the Maybelline Instant Pore Eraser primer. I don't think it has the same power to hold foundation.. I will reserve my right to make a final decision until I use more of it.

Let me know what your favourite primer is!

Thanks for reading.

Danny xx