Makeup Primer?

[gkashmira]

Thanks Christa!

 

Sarah, it's nice to know I'm not alone! I guess we'll have to learn a lot from the other ladies before we get married!

[NATASHA]

Oh I love this thread - thanks Christa! I don't know anything about makeup.

[A10CalGal]

No prob! One of my girlfriends is a Mac makeup artist. I used to be pretty makeup illiterate too. She makes it fun to get made up - and with her tips/tricks it's a lot easier than I ever thought.

[gkashmira]

Christa, Is this something you're suppose to wear under foundation or instead of foundation? Honestly I don't wear any of it and I'm totally make-up illiterate as well!

[A10CalGal]

You wear it under makeup or under powder.

[Sarah]

Very cool! Sounds like somethings I'll have to try out. Thanks, Christa for the info. I also have large pores and my makeup has a difficult time staying where it's supposed to!

[mexicana bride]

I use the Cover FX primer every time I put on make-up, basically everyday, lol. It's awesome and apparently (according to my dermatologist) it's truly one of the only lines out there that is good for your skin, and doesn't clog pores.

[bumbles]

Smashbox Photofinish Light!

 

It gives your face a smooth even surface for the makeup. There is definitely a difference in the way your foundation looks and durability throughout the day.

 

Get a few samples from Sephora and see which you like best! I love Smashbox, but going to explore and try Laura Mercier next time.

[hockeymom97]

I use Smashbox Photo Finish Light. I use the "light" because I have oily skin and this stuff is awesome. I honestly have fewer breakouts when I use this stuff. And they offer a smaller travel size at Sephora so you can try it out without making the commitment of buying the full size bottle.

[Tilly in the Sun]

I have never tried any of these before but will definitely be checking them out! I am so worried about my face melting on the big day. This might sound like a 'duh' question, but do you have to get matched for your skin colour or is it like a lotion that blends in?