Best Primers

Best Primers

Primer is quickly becoming an staple in my makeup bag. It helps my eyeshadow stay on longer, even my skin and allow for smoother application.

I think I missed some good ones in this article.. I may edit in the future.



E.L.F. Mineral Eyeshadow Primer



xteener on youtube recently did a review on the E.L.F. shadow primer in comparison with UDPP, and it held up quite well despite being a drugstore brand! The primer goes on smooth, dries quickly and makes your eye makeup last HOURS without creasing. Comes in a tube with a doe-foot applicator. And for $3, you can't beat the price ;)


Urban Decay Primer Potion



The ultimate eye primer.. It's hard to find any makeup junkies who do not own or at least heard of this product. It goes on smoothly and keeps your eye shadow looking fresh all day. The staying power is awesome.. at least 10 hours. And creasing makeup is a thing of the past! Even if you do have oily lids. The only bad part is the packaging of the product. It makes it difficult to get the remaining primer out near the end. An easy solution is cutting the tube in half and depotting the remainder into a glass jar.


M.A.C. Prep + Prime



This can be used all over the face to give your skin a silky and smooth canvas before you apply your makeup. Helps control oil without being too matte and gives skin a nice overall glow (: It helps smooth the pores and helps foundation last the whole day. Comes in a sleek black pump bottle.. however may be hard to tell how much is left.



Clarins Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch



This primer absolutely lives up to it's name! Goes on velvety smooth and feels like silk when you touch your skin! ISPT should be used sparingly as a little goes a long way. Makes makeup last longer and reduces the look of pores. Comes in a small red jar which doesn't contain enough product when you look at the cost.



Primer should be patted on gently.. not smudged or wiped on.
For best results, wait a minute before applying makeup over top of primer. This will allow it to dry and settle better onto the skin.