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Face primer: what is it and what is it for?

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Face primer: what is it and what is it for?

Once you've tried a primer, you'll never want anything else! Yes, because—and we know it may sound like a slogan - creating a flawless makeup base and showing off a radiant face is definitely the best ally possible. The classic product, the solver of a thousand problems, has entered the make-up bag quite recently, and of course, it's not to be missed! Does your lipstick settle in the creases around your lips? With a specific primer, you do not run such risks. Do you want makeup that meets your standards, and lasts long enough to keep up with your pace? From eye shadow to foundation and blush: the solution is always within reach: use a primer! 


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But what exactly is a face primer? 

This is a transparent base that is applied to the face before makeup to even out the complexion. This is not a concealer, but a simple and light product to beautify the face and prepare it for makeup application. If you are looking for a practical product to take with you on a trip, take a look at the Perfecting Face Base in a mini stick format. You can camouflage skin imperfections in just one step and prepare your skin with an excellent makeup base. Primers differ in several ways, including size, texture, and even color. Although primers are usually virtually invisible once applied, it's good to know that there are also "colored" light primers—for example, in green, pink, or orange—that are perfect for camouflaging and neutralizing discolorations.


When do I apply a primer?

before or after the cream? The primer is applied right after the moisturizer (gel or cream) and/or serum you usually use. After the primer, wait a few minutes for the skin to absorb the product well, and then you can switch to foundation and makeup.


What is the face primer for?

It is intended to prepare the skin for the application of makeup and has become an indispensable product for those who want to have a radiant face with just one product. In fact, the primer evens out the skin and corrects light discolorations in just one step, but it is especially useful for:

• camouflaging the pores of the skin, 

• covering any excessive shine,

• enhancing a dull complexion;

There are, of course, different textures, each more suitable for the different specifics of the skin. 

Then there are primers for specific areas of the face, such as an eye primer or a lip primer. 


How do you apply a face primer?

Like a moisturizer or foundation, a face primer is also applied to key areas of the face, especially the chin, nose, forehead, and cheekbones. 

Use:

• a flat brush

• a simple sponge

• alternatively, your fingertips 


Face primer for skin that gets oily easily

People with oily skin have excess sebum and enlarged pores on the surface of their skin. 

The right primer in this case is a primer that can mattify the skin, make imperfections less visible, and even out the complexion. so that you get soft, smooth skin. You're outdoors, and the T-zone is shiny again? Just apply the Prime & Fix Refreshing Mist or the Sebo Balans, mattifying wipes, and everything is solved in an instant!


Face Primer for Combination Skin

People with combination skin tend to have a shiny T-zone (which includes the forehead, nose, and chin) that occasionally appears greasy. Using a mattifying primer can be the right solution. The face will be less shiny, and the profile will be flawless. Ideal for this skin type is the smoothing and perfecting face primer, which, thanks to its light, water-based texture, will immediately give the face freshness and a pleasant moisturizing sensation without weighing it down. 


Face primer for skin that tends to dry out

What primer do you use if you have dry skin? Certainly, a product that succeeds in moisturizing Try the Smart Radiance Cream. This is a moisturizer, primer, and highlighter in one. Essentially, there are three products in one. This is a product that will suit every shade of the face, strengthen it and make it perfect for applying makeup. Thanks to the presence of hyaluronic acid, your skin is also immediately and long-lastingly hydrated. Thanks to the different shades, you can choose the color that best suits your complexion, and thanks to the included practical brush, the product is easy to apply.


Face primer for mature skin

For mature skin, we recommend a primer that is also moisturizing, perhaps with a water-based texture, such as the Unifying and Perfecting Face Primer, whose light, refreshing texture will brighten your complexion. You can show off a radiant face with a natural finish and improve the performance of your makeup. You only need your favorite product for flawless skin, and you should start using it right away. Hopefully, our advice will be helpful. 

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