PRIMER CONVERT

Shanus · ‎05-17-2010

I have said here that I don’t use primer and find it an unnecessary step. W e l l, I found a primer that changed my mind...Laura Mercier’s primers...water based. The others I’ve tried had silicone, caused makeup to sometimes roll into tiny balls or feel greasy.

Last week I purchased the Radience Primer....a slight bit of shine barely visible after applying a tinted moisturizer, but my makeup did feel like it went on more smoothly. I can’t speak to longevity since I never need it to last more than about 6-8 hrs. I’m usually home by then and first thing I do (after removing bra 😜) is cleanse my face.

So, confessing here that primers are OK and will apply it on occasion.

Texasmouse · ‎09-27-2010

Coincidentally, I've only recently begun to look into primers even though I don't wear foundation (just tinted moisturizers/sunscreens). I watched a very informative video by Pampered Wolf on YouTube that was all about primers. Very informative. I tried one this morning that I had received from Ulta as a gift with purchase (Smashbox - it's green to counteract redness) under my tinted sunscreen. The application of my sunscreen was the same. We'll see how it looks by end of day.

SilleeMee · ‎05-22-2016

Yesterday I had some laser stuff done at my derm's clinic, spider vein removal. After the treatment the laser tech applied a product I never heard of...Colorescience Even Up Clinical SPF 50 Pigment Perfector Primer. Bascially it's a tinted primer with SPF and very hydrating. Contains peptides and 'calming' ingredients good for the skin. Tech said many women wear it as their foundation and like it. I say it's just okay and it did make my skin look very even and smooth but the fragrance was too much. I had to wash it off after I got home. I checked on-line for prices and reviews for that primer and the cost is $125 for 1oz. bottle. Reviews were very good but that cost is just too high for me, even if I liked it.

Shanus · ‎05-17-2010

@SilleeMee wrote:
Yesterday I had some laser stuff done at my derm's clinic, spider vein removal. After the treatment the laser tech applied a product I never heard of...Colorescience Even Up Clinical SPF 50 Pigment Perfector Primer. Bascially it's a tinted primer with SPF and very hydrating. Contains peptides and 'calming' ingredients good for the skin. Tech said many women wear it as their foundation and like it. I say it's just okay and it did make my skin look very even and smooth but the fragrance was too much. I had to wash it off after I got home. I checked on-line for prices and reviews for that primer and the cost is $125 for 1oz. bottle. Reviews were very good but that cost is just too high for me, even if I liked it.

@SilleeMee Whoa! That’s an expensive product! I’m happy you reviewed it so I’m not tempted to give it a try. $125 per oz.? OMG.

SilleeMee · ‎05-22-2016

@Shanus Dermstore carries it and you can get it for $106 if you subscribe for AD. Bargain ey?

Shanus · ‎05-17-2010

@SilleeMee wrote:
@Shanus Dermstore carries it and you can get it for $106 if you subscribe for AD. Bargain ey?

@SilleeMee Ya think? Lol

SilleeMee · ‎05-22-2016

Don't forget your 'gift drawer'...stock up for the holidays. No need to pick a shade, it's universal. @Shanus

Shanus · ‎05-17-2010

@SilleeMee wrote:
Don't forget your 'gift drawer'...stock up for the holidays. No need to pick a shade, it's universal. @Shanus

@SilleeMee Of course, a great stocking stuffer or gift for teacher or hair stylist. Not!

Alison Wonderland · ‎02-05-2018

@SilleeMee wrote:
Yesterday I had some laser stuff done at my derm's clinic, spider vein removal. After the treatment the laser tech applied a product I never heard of...Colorescience Even Up Clinical SPF 50 Pigment Perfector Primer. Bascially it's a tinted primer with SPF and very hydrating. Contains peptides and 'calming' ingredients good for the skin. Tech said many women wear it as their foundation and like it. I say it's just okay and it did make my skin look very even and smooth but the fragrance was too much. I had to wash it off after I got home. I checked on-line for prices and reviews for that primer and the cost is $125 for 1oz. bottle. Reviews were very good but that cost is just too high for me, even if I liked it.

It's on sale for 30% off on their site right now. They say it's "lightly tinted," but the color they show is several shades darker than I am, so it's a no from me at any price.