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Makeup Primers - What They are and How to Use Them

Most women experience common issues when wearing foundation: shine in the T-zone by 12 noon, uneven, patchy application and the color changing by the end of the day. One product that can alleviate these concerns is a makeup primer. Similar to when a painter needs a flawless canvas before painting a picture, makeup primers prepare the skin before application of foundation, concealer and powder to help ensure a smoother, natural finish. Primers contain two common ingredients:

1. Cyclomethicone - a synthetic, unmodified form of silicone that creates a non-greasy finish.

2. Dimethicone - also a synthetic and unmodified silicone that acts as a barrier on skin, lubricates and prevents water loss of the skin.

Primers are available in gel, liquid and solid forms and are applied over moisturizer. Once applied, a primer can:

· Fill in uneven areas of skin surface, creating a smoother facial surface.

· Help minimized the appearance of pores and fine lines.

· Help control shine.

· Help ensure that foundation color will last longer.

· Correct uneven surface tones (sallow complexion, etc).

Some primers are available in tinted formulas which can correct uneven surface tones. These tints include:

· Green – for red surface tones.

· Purple – for yellow/sallow surface tones.

· Peach/salmon – for blue surface tones.

To apply primers:

· Cleanse and moisturize accordingly.

· Use a foundation brush or damp wedge sponge and apply only as needed to target areas (T-zone, etc.)

· Follow with foundation, concealer and powder.

· For oily and breakout prone skin, use a primer that is specifically created for this skin type (since primers will rest on top of the face and are not absorbed).

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