Primer: because it must not be missing in your cosmetic bag
Primer: what it is
As its name suggests, the primer is the makeup you apply first, i.e. after your daily skincare routine. After putting on the face cream, you can in fact proceed with the drafting of this salvation product.
The primer is a real perfectioner of the skin surface, which comes in the form of transparent gel, mousse or spray. Designed to mask dilated pores and small wrinkles, it contains silicone extracts and soft touch pearls that together return a corrective and illuminating filling effect.
But that's not all: this product with magical powers is also an incredible make-up fixer, able to hold makeup longer.
The use and marketing of the primer is fairly recent, but its discovery has been around for some time! In fact, in the past women already used a mix of cream and loose powder to even out the face and extend the duration of the most demanding makeups.
REMEMBER! Minimum doses and fast, decisive movements with the fingertips are the secret for applying this essential make-up base, if you want to achieve lasting effects and a perfect result.
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How do i choose the right primer?
Not all leathers are the same, and neither are primers!
Suitable for all skin types. For the face, the most common primer is in gel, a transparent “wild card” fluid that adapts to all needs.
Combination and oily skin. In this case, it is better to choose a mousse primer with a mattifying or mattifying effect, as it reduces pores and removes shine from the face.
The slightly pigmented formulas have a corrective action according to the color: to extinguish the redness it is better to choose green, to cancel the purplish imperfections the beige-peach, to balance the blue pigmentations and the orange, to correct the yellowish discolorations due to pollution lavender, pink to erase signs of fatigue.
Dry skin. If the skin is particularly dry, it is better to check the composition and choose a spray primer, which contains vitamins and collagen.
Greenish skin. In case of graying skin, it is advisable to choose a pink pigmented formula, it will help you to erase the greyness!
Clear skin. For very light complexions, the best allies are the light effect primers, because they give a very sophisticated lunar glow.
Whichever primer is best for you, remember that this type of product is not particularly opaque. If you need to hide skin spots or obvious dark circles, rely on a good concealer!
And remember, the right primer for extreme hold and perfection can be the perfect ally to create a nude make-up like Daenerys'!
How to apply the face primer
The product can be applied with fingertips, with a sponge or with a make-up brush. The simplest solution is to use the fingertips of your hands, tapping and distributing the product, making light and fast movements. When it has dried, you can proceed with the application of the foundation, powder and earths. There are also some Primer Sticks on the market, perfect for creating the base of your own make-up!
Eye primer for the most experienced
In addition to the face primer, there are some specific products to intensify the color of the make-up and increase the hold of the pencil and eye shadows. The eye primer is in fact used to fix the eyeshadow and is essential when you decide to opt for a more complicated eye make-up. The eye primer is especially recommended to prevent eye shadows from inevitably ending up in the creases of the eyelid, for uneven colored eyelids and for makeup that lasts from morning to night.
Tips for the correct application of the eye primer:
• Apply very little product on the eyelids as homogeneously as possible to avoid color spots.
• Wait a few seconds before moving on to makeup.
• Work your pencil and eyeshadow with care and precision.
Lip primer for a volumizing effect
The lip primer is ideal for those looking for a full and well-defined lip contour, without lipstick deposits, and lasting. This specific product is used to smooth the surface of the lips before applying the color, for a kiss-proof volumizing effect!
Tips for the correct application of the lip primer:
• Practice a light scrub before applying the primer, to eliminate cracks and cuticles that remove brightness and where the lipstick would accumulate.
• Apply the primer on lips free from any type of product.
• If you suffer from chapped lips and have used lip balm, first let it dry completely with the help of a tissue.
Even the most beautiful skin needs some extra help to have a perfect base, on which to create flawless makeup. It may happen that your face is tired, pale or drawn, with enlarged pores and reddened skin: and foundation alone is not enough!
So, now that you know all the primer secrets, you are ready for your first purchase. But remember: this product should always be tried on the face, not only if you have sensitive skin. The skin reacts to the texture of a primer in a different way from that of another woman and also the effects can be amazing or disappointing depending on the reaction of the product once applied.
