Is face primer a necessity? ?

Jan 1, 2013

Tyler B.

I've never used it before! am I missing out??

Jan 1, 2013

Victoria D.

I love using my face primer! I've been using Tarte's poreless perfecting primer for a few weeks now, and it feels amazing. It really makes my foundation go on a lot smoother and look a lot more even. What I DONT think is a necessity, is a makeup setting spray. Meh.

Jan 1, 2013

Tyler B.

Ok, and does it make you're foundation stay on for longer and looking fresh..?:)

Jan 1, 2013

Jessica G.

I use Laura merciers primer sometimes but I can't honestly it helps that much. 

Jan 1, 2013

Jessica G.

Say**

Jan 1, 2013

Alyse M.

It depends. If you're using a bb cream, a REAL bb cream, not drugstore that's basically tinted moisturizer, don't use a primer. This is because a real bb cream has skincare benefits that you don't want to block, and you'd be blocking it if you wear primer. They include primer, anyway. If you're not using a bb cream, I do suggest using primer. It isn't a *necessity* if you don't want to, though. It makes application easier and holds your makeup on longer. You can also buy primers that do certain things, like make pores invisible or control oil. 

Jan 1, 2013

Kaity L.

U should use bb cream it works great <3

Jan 1, 2013

Tyler B.

Great advice Victoria, thanks.

Jan 1, 2013

Tyler B.

Alyse, great thanks for filling me in :)

Jan 1, 2013

Tyler B.

ps.I do occasionally suffer from the odd spot here and there, so will need a primer or bb cream that wont irritate it, do you know of any good ones for that?

Jan 1, 2013

Alyse M.

A good primer/bb cream shouldn't hurt your skin, only help. A lot of that has to do with your skin though, you know? What works for me might not work for you. I use too faced bb cream and don't have any interest in trying other brands because I love it so much. It's really great. It's $32, I think, and I've had mine for 5 months. It's getting to the end but I use it daily, so I think it's really a great value, Primers, I use victorias secret pro primer, it's so underrated! I love it. But the silicone may or may not mess up your skin. Do you know of any ingredients like that that don't agree with you? Probably the best place to start if you're starting totally fresh would be to go to sephora and ask for samples of some primers. That way you can try different stuff out and see what you like and what you don't. 

Jan 1, 2013

Tyler B.

Great, that helps Alyse! thanks =)

Jan 1, 2013

Emily J.

it is helpful for oily skin. It may not help much for oil control but even you have oily on face but it make the foundation doesn't move. That is what we actually want.

Jan 1, 2013

Jessica R.

imo- i dont think face pimer is a necessity if you dont plan on keeping your foundation on all day. i usually dont wear primer unless i know i have a long day ahead of me and ill be wearing my makeup all day and all night. for smooth application of foundation, i make sure i use a light day moisturizer beforehand. i set my foundation with a powder and i use skindinavia setting spray because it helps regulate the skin temperature on my face in order to keep my makeup "set" in place. to keep my face fresh throughout the day, i might use an oil blotting sheet midday. after being an avid believer that face primer is a neccessary step in makeup application, i have come to learn that setting your foundation properly and using oil blotting sheets can really keep your face looking good and is a more important step in makeup application. 

Jan 1, 2013

Tyler B.

ok thanks for your comments :D

Jan 1, 2013

Rikki P.

If foundation wears pretty well on its own without using a primer, especially if you're in the northern hemisphere right now where it's colder, I don't think it's entirely a necessity (... unless you're in Texas... 'cos.. you know... it's still 80 degrees over there sometimes lol). Since I only wear concealer under my eyes and to cover some red areas, I do like to use primer so my face has a smooth base (Yeah, sometimes I like to rhyme) so my powder that goes on top doesn't look so weird. If you're oily as fu and in a hot climate, then yeah, i'd recommend a priemr

Jan 1, 2013

Stacey L.

Honestly i never use it much. When i do its for a event. And the only small difference i see is that it makes foundation a bit more flawless and last maybe an hour or 2 extra. I really dont see a huge dramatic difference.

Jan 2, 2013

Victoria P.

Yes! Moisturizer and primer are a must in my opinion. They help the makeup just look better and stay. There are even primers like spackle from Laura G that leave your skin feeling cool and looking flawless, and sometimes you don't even need much makeup over it .

Jan 2, 2013

Caroline M.

I use it and it turns out really use! I use face primer from sephora

Jan 2, 2013

Annelise H.

I'm an avid blusher and prone to breakouts; I fully recommend primer! It may seem like yet another step in the mornings but it really helps! Sometimes you can get the perfect foundation with primer built in! I have some from Ulta and it changed my life. Seriously:)

Jan 2, 2013

Racheal P.

Honestly, it's done a lot for my skin ! It really does protect it from the products you put on ! It also keeps your foundation stay on alot longer ! 

Jan 2, 2013

Hailey W.

I like elfs mineral infused primer!!!

Jan 2, 2013

Shelley W.

Since my focus has been on my skincare program I haven't picked up my primer in over 6 months. At one point I had stopped using liquid foundation and resorted to bb creams. Then I was introduced to a new liquid foundation that beats everything I ever tried, the need for primer is passe. I believe a combination of factors come into play when deciding if primer is needed. 

Jan 2, 2013

Drea L.

I just started using a primer recently - & honestly, I wouldn't say it's 100% needed. If you have issues with oil control or the longevity of your makeup, then I suggest picking one up. It's helped fill out my pores, help my foundation go on smoother & last a tad longer.

I picked up this primer JUST to see how it'd work on my current routine. I can go without it, but it does help a tad. =]

Jan 2, 2013

Tyler B.

Ok well I'm going to get some and see how it works for me, thanks for the advice!