This is one of the top asked questions during a makeup application. With so many steps to check off, it’s no surprise clients want to simply the process for themselves. Before understanding how you can simplify a big process you must understand the reasons for using them.
Before having a your finished makeup perform the best, you need to lay down the initial steps to ensure it’s set up properly. That’s were face primer comes in! A makeup face primer is absolutely essential for long wear and how your skin shows up in photos. Since we are living in the age of social media, now is the perfect time to ensure your face is always photo ready!
Primers are made to solve an issue for longer lasting makeup wear in addition to creating a more even application and smoother makeup finish. Let’s be honest, I’ve never met anyone that didn’t have at least one skin issue to correct.
To better understand the necessity of using a primer for long wear, you must first analyze your skin type and the problems it will potentially solve for you.
This will give more insight on which one is the most suitable for you!
Skin that is prone to acne and oiliness is known for its battle with texture and skin that shines badly in photos. The use of a silicone based primer is particularly useful in creating a barrier to prevent oil from breaking through the makeup. In addition silicone primers smooth roughness and soften the look of enlarged overactive pores which tend to be high concerns of this skin type looking for extended wear.
Skin that has discoloration such as redness or hyperpigmentation has a high risk of foundation fading down leaving it exposed. Choosing a color correcting primer will ensure these areas of darkness or redness are cancelled out so it’s less likely to peek through mid day.
Skin that is dehydrated, dry or mature tends to look cakey, cracked, and flaky overtime. Using a nourishing, hydrating water-based primer or primer spray will hydrate and plump the skin which in turn will soften the look of fine lines, dry patches, scaliness and provide lasting suppleness and a healthy, hydrated look throughout the day.
Selecting a primer that works with your underlying skin concerns is the perfect balance to creating a long lasting makeup finish.
How to Navigate Primer for the eyes
The key to keep eyeshadow from creasing is using an eyeshadow primer. Going a step further by applying a colorless setting powder on top of the primer will create more crease prevention as well as assist in a smoother blend-out that eliminates patchiness.
Here are some tips for preventing fallout from textured or shimmery eyeshadow:
- Spray a flat eyeshadow brush before dipping into the application. Applying the eyeshadow slightly damp allows it to stick to the eyelid. Another benefit is it increases vividness!
- After applying eyeliner, select an eyeshadow in the same shade to set it. Shining a firm precision angle brush to tap on top of the eyeliner will prevent it from breaking down from eyelid oils. Use this technique to prevent smearing that leads to raccoon eyes!
- Dust a setting powder on your eyelashes before apply mascara to increase is volumizing ability and help absorb oils on your lashes.
Leveling up your skills for improving the durability and long lasting ability is something to be considered for a clean finished look for all day wear!
When in doubt, always carry a touch up powder in your purse or car. I’ve created a flawless face powder designed just for this! It can be found here:
Beluxxia Beauty Flawless Face Powder
Here is a list of my 6 favorite face primers:
- Morphe Equalizer Soft-Focus Foundation Primer
- Mac Prep and Prime
- Mehron Velvet Finish
- Smash Box Smooth and Blur Oil-Free Foundation Primer
- Elf Power Grip Primer
- Benefit The POREfessional Primer
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