Primer is an important step when using makeup, especially when wearing a full face! This blog post will give over what primer is, how to use it, and more! + commonly asked questions about primer!
What is primer?
Primer preps the skin for makeup, and it is applied right before you do your makeup!
What does primer do?
The purpose of primer is to fill up pores, bumpy textures, and small creases to make your face even and easier for makeup to work with. Primer also makes makeup last longer. Think of it as helping your skin with becoming a blank canvas making it easier to apply and wear makeup!
How Do I Use Primer?
It’s quite simple, here are the basic steps to applying primer:
Keep in mind these tips for when your apply primer:
- Always make sure to apply a small, thin layer of primer otherwise you may see pilling on your makeup. Pilling is when your base and moisturizer start to ball up while it’s being applied, resulting in your makeup having splotchy and textured finish.
- Make sure to also always apply moisturizer before applying primer! Why? Because moisturizer will keep your skin moisturized and hydrated that’s what you want when wearing a product like this!
Here’s How To Apply Primer:
- Do all your skincare, primer comes after skincare!
- Grab a small amount of primer and gently blend it into your skin, avoiding the eye area unless you’re using eye primer.
- Wait 3 minutes, this gives the primer to set on your skin.
- Apply foundation/base!
Which One Do You Use?
I don’t like to wear primer every day but when I do I like to use the Benefit Pore Professional Primer! It’s very soft when you apply it and blurs the skin well.
Commonly Asked Questions!
Are there different types of primer?
Yes! There are for everyone and their individual needs. For example, if you’re going for a dewy look don’t use matte primer! I would recommend getting a primer that’s best suited for your everyday makeup look, just so that you don’t have any base problems when it comes to your routine.
Should my primer be tacky?
It depends on the product you buy, but yes primer can be tacky. This is so it lasts all day and sticks to your skin and doesn’t move! If you don’t like the tacky feeling on your skin look for lightweight primers!
Why is my primer irrating my skin?
If primer is irritating your skin, stop using it! Primer should not be irritating your skin. It could be that your primer has some ingredients that you are allergic/sensitive to. When it comes to beauty products always stop using the product if it irritates your skin!
Is primer safe to use for acne-prone skin?
Yes, it can be but make sure you’re being careful about the brands you’re using before you apply it. Here’s an article I found that would be helpful for you The Best Primers For Acne Prone Skin if you do have acne-prone skin.
Does primer clog pores?
If the primer you use is not suited for your skint type, yes it can cause clogged pores. The link above for acne-prone skin is the best “safest” primers if you’re worried about breaking out!
Do I need to use a primer?
Of course not! That’s the beauty of makeup, it’s up to you and what you like! Personally, I don’t like primer so I like to use rosewater, I find it’s hydrating and blends my makeup flawlessly. You can try it out, but you don’t have to!
Thanks for reading, if you have any questions feel free to comment down below if you have a question about primer that wasn’t answered and I’ll answer them! Check out The Basics section for more content like this and subscribe to keep up with the Beginner’s Guide To Makeup!
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