What is a primer for a face

Primer - a base for makeup - this is a relatively recently appeared product in the cosmetics market. It allows you to hide the irregularities of the skin after acne, wrinkles, large pores and redness. Another most important property of the primer is that after its use, the tonal base falls more evenly and holds all day, and blush and shadows acquire more saturated and stable shades. In addition, the substances contained in the primer regulate the production of skin fat. Therefore, your face will look fresh longer, and you do not have to often correct makeup.

Primer and foundation for the face: what is the difference

Some girls mistakenly suggest that a face primer is the same as a tonal base for makeup.

Although the means have some similarities, it should still be understood that they differ in their main characteristics and purpose.

The primer is applied to cleansed skin of the face, corrects various problems, protects against the negative effects of cold and wind, protects against sunlight and the influence of decorative cosmetics.

The tonal base is designed to give the skin the necessary shade and leveling its tone. The tonal base is applied directly to the primer.

The confusion between the means is most likely due to the inaccurate translation of their names from English into Russian. The fact is that the English words “Base” and “Foundation”, found on the packaging of both primmers and tonal foundations, are equally translated as “Basis, Base, Base”. Therefore, the means with the designation of "Base" can be both tinting and corrective. When buying a primer, look for the word “Primer” on a cosmetic package.

Person's consistency

1. A liquid primer is suitable for girls whose skin is normal and has no pronounced problems. Such a primer will help to moisturize, give matte and protect against the effects of negative environmental factors.
2. The primer of the creamy texture will help eliminate minor defects (for example, freckles or small redness).
3. Primer Gel does not clog pores, so it is suitable for girls with oily skin and those who have a problem of rashes. Its application will not cause the skin of discomfort and does not make makeup heavily.
4. A hard primer allows you to mask scars and serious skin imperfections.
5. Puding PRIMER. This product not so long ago appeared in the assortment of cosmetic stores. It has a powder structure and, when applied, slightly dries the skin, removing oily shine and leveling the surface of the skin. Due to its light texture and good masking qualities, the pudding practitioner is suitable for oily and problem skin. The composition of the pudding-proper for oily skin includes kaolin and rice powder with the addition of zinc oxide, which have an anti-inflammatory effect.

Facial primer: which one to choose

The choice of primers in cosmetics stores is huge, and their price most often depends on the brand. The best primer for you will be the one that, first of all, corresponds to the type of your skin, takes into account all its features and needs. In addition to the main ones, all primers have sunscreen and contain trace elements and vitamins that additionally feed the skin throughout the day.

Cosmetic primers are distinguished by composition and purpose. As for the purpose of primers, they can be for the face, lips, eyelids and even eyelashes.

And in the composition the primers are classified:

1. Silicone. The texture of such a primer allows you to fill in the pores and wrinkles on the skin, completely level its texture, smooth out small peeling, and additionally moisturize the skin. Silicone primer can be applied both to separate areas that require correction, and on the whole face.

2. Conceler. Designed to mask skin defects such as acne, acne, advanced pores or redness. The composition is perfectly perceived by skin with rashes and irritated skin, does not aggravate its condition. Usually there are beige or bodily color.

3. Mineral. Mineral primers in combination with another mineral cosmetics significantly enhance its properties. Mineral primers are produced in the form of light powder for the foundation. It matters the skin and saturates it with useful trace elements.

4. Tint. Such primers differ in color. Each of them performs its own function.

• pink - helps dull skin look fresh and healthy;
• blue and purple - neutralizes yellowness of the skin;
• green - masks redness and irritation on the skin;
• yellow - removes blue (well suited for the area under the eyes);
• white - makes the skin lighter, masks pigment spots, gives a fresh appearance to the skin;
• golden - tints and gives a shade of tanning.

5. Mattering. Thanks to the content of the absorbers, such a primer will help combined and oily skin maintain freshness longer. The remedy is applied to the T-zone area (forehead, chin and nose).

6. Silk. The name of this primer speaks for itself - it makes the skin silky and delicate, moisturizes and nourishes it. The primer contains a large number of amino acids that are very useful for any skin type. After applying such a primer, it is necessary to let it be completely absorbed into the skin, and only then apply the foundation.

7. Luminiscent (reflective). They contain special particles that capture the rays of electric light and reflect it. Thus, the skin of the face looks radiant from the inside and very attractive. Most often, luminous primers are used in evening makeup, applying it to the entire surface of the face, and not just on separate areas, as is the case with daytime makeup. Girls with bright skin are suitable for the primers of cold shades, and the owners of the dark skin are warm.

Facial primer: pick up the skin type

1. Normal skin requires small correction, so a light cream primer is perfect for it. It must be applied to one layer to create a barrier between the skin and the environment.
2. Dry skin needs constant moisture. Therefore, choose a primer, which includes moisturizing substances. The primer will easily mask small wrinkles and peeling, make the skin a homogeneous one. Silicone -based primers categorically are not suitable for dry skin.
3. Burning and combined skin needs a primer with a matting effect, which is also able to hide expanded pores and align the texture. A means with silicone normalizes fat production.
4. Sensitive skin is prone to irritation from the use of cosmetics. Therefore, if you are the owner of sensitive skin, use a water -based primer. Silicone primers for sensitive skin are strictly contraindicated.

Facial primer: how to use

1. Makeup falls well on moisturized skin. Therefore, before applying the primer, you should definitely use the day -moisturizing cream or serum with low -fat texture (oily cream can cause “swim” makeup). It is preferable to choose a moisturizer with sunscreen, especially in the summer. Give the cream for a couple of minutes to completely absorb, and if necessary, remove its remaining with a soft cloth.
2. Apply a little primer to the hand and warm until body temperature. And then distribute the product on the skin of the face. Do not triple and do not stretch the skin. The movements should be soft, vaporous. If you apply the product to the whole face, then start with the area around the eyes, and then go to the distribution along the forehead, cheeks, nose and chin. It is not necessary to apply a primer-consultant to the whole face, it is enough to treat problem areas pointily.
3. Make sure the primer is carefully distributed. Especially work out problem areas: wrinkles and acne.
4. Let the primer soak well into the skin before applying the foundation. If you do not have the opportunity or desire to do full makeup, then after applying the primer there will be a fairly easy powder. The powder will help neutralize the action of silicones contained in the primer, and consolidate makeup.
5. For the skin of the eyelids, you need to use special primers. They have a more delicate structure and act delicately.

How to apply a primer to the skin of faces

Since the primer is applied directly to the skin, no matter how you apply it, the tool should be individual and regularly cleaned. An unrequited tool for makeup carries the danger of harmful bacteria, ticks, infections and papilloma virus.

The second mandatory rule: the instrument for applying the primer (like any other cosmetics) should be of good quality and made of natural material.

Professional makeup artists apply the base for makeup using a consiller brush. The brush allows you to distribute the product with a thin imperceptible layer, while consuming a minimum of the product. If you do not have such a tool, you can use a wet sponge, and apply a product to the problem areas with fingertips.

Primmers manufacturers for faces

On the forums you can find reviews about various primers for the face. Among them, we identified the most popular, on the description of which we will dwell in more detail.

1. La Blanc de Chanel. This base for makeup from the famous brand is included in the tops of the best primmers around the world. Those who would leave critical reviews about this cosmetic product are difficult to find. The cost of a primer from Chanel is quite high (about 2000 rubles), but most women admit that the result is worth the money spent. The product moisturizes, gently matters, small wrinkles and skin defects are completely smoothed out, the contour of the face is tightened. The skin looks velvety and radiant. Makeup on this basis holds perfectly up to 5 hours.
2. Lumi Magique from L’Oreal. This tool is included in the ten best primers for the face according to American makeup artists, and this speaks a lot about its qualities. Its texture is very light, applied evenly, makeup looks absolutely natural and lasts up to 5 hours. Its price is about 600 rubles, but in use it is very economical. Among the advantages, a subtle aroma and stylish packaging design can also be noted.
3. Meteorites Poreles by Guerlain. This is another popular mocking base around the world. Makes the surface of the skin smooth and velvety, levels color, eliminates oily sheen. Masides the hairs on the face and freckles well. Makeup lasts up to 6 hours. Girls with oily skin type are not recommended to use this primer: it can enhance the activity of the sebaceous glands.
4. Professionals Smoothing Foundation Primer from TM Primer is mainly suitable for owners of problem skin: it removes redness well, while the skin looks natural. The price of the product is about 600 rubles. Makeup on its basis will last up to 3 hours.
5. Affinitone Primer from TM Maybelline. Reviews about this primer are positive and only sometimes you can find neutral. Its price is affordable (about 400 rubles), but quality is on top - it copes with its task completely. The skin is smoothed and also deeply moistened, makeup on such a basis lies smooth. However, this primer cannot boast of the naturalness of the ingredients - it includes silicone.
6. Prep Me Perfect from TM Oriflame. This tool is a good alternative to expensive cosmetics. Its price is about 300 rubles. The product is light and well absorbed into the skin. It can be used as a base not only for a tonal base, but also under the shadows and pencil. It levels the skin tone, smooths out defects, gives the skin a matte.
7. Vitex perfect 4YOU from the Belarusian TM Belita. The advantage of the means in the naturalness of its composition, which is not able to cause an allergic reaction. The primer is applied easily, but it may not hide too wide. The price of the product does not reach 100 rubles.
8. Revlon Photoredy. A product for oily skin: matters, hides expanded pores, traces of acne and redness. Makeup lasts up to 5 hours. The cost of the product is about 250 rubles.

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