Order of Application?

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Tina K.

Feb 10, 2014

Tina K.

I've two questions related to the order of application...

On my eyelids I always use a shadow base/primer and concealer on my under eye area. I usually run a bit of the primer along the lower lash line as well. Well, I've seen some MUAs apply the primer/base under the eye as well. If I were to use both under the eye (lightly when I need a little extra help under there), what order do you suggest?

On my face I use primer after moisturizer (Smashbox original) and then my foundation (Tarte 12 hr Amazonian Clay), but with this harsh winter and being sick, I look a little flat. I've mixed in some of Smashbox illuminating serum with my foundation, but I think it sometimes changes the way the foundation sits and sets. So if not mixing in, would I use the illuminating serum before or after primer?

I know eventually I'll have to invest in new products for my changing skin, but $ is extremely tight right now and I need to work with what I have on hand.

Thank you in advance for your help! :)

Danny C.

Feb 10, 2014

Danny C.

Here's the order 1. moisterise 2. primer 3. concealer or foundation its personal choice which to usr first I like foundation first then conceal.
now as far as that serum goes I'm not familiar w it. if it is a true serum you would normally put that on first then follow w a moisturizer then primer. you could also try mixing it in w a moisturizer if your using it at night. don't mix it w an spf moisturizer though you don't want any interference w the sun protection.

Danny C.

Feb 10, 2014

Danny C.

Hope that made sence lol

Tina K.

Feb 10, 2014

Tina K.

Thank you, Danny. I think the illuminating serum is less of a true skincare/treatment serum and more of a liquid illuminator, hence my confusion. And thank you so much for your response-- you made perfect sense!

Danny C.

Feb 10, 2014

Danny C.

Ok good and your welcome.

Patricia P.

Feb 10, 2014

Patricia P.

You don't need primer in the under eye area. That part of our skin is generally dry and adding primer would make it dryer.

Tina K.

Feb 11, 2014

Tina K.

Thanks to you both!

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