Make Up For Ever Mat Velvet + Matifying Foundation

Love it

Since the product itself if matte I like to use a silicone based primer beforehand. As a result I get more out of less product. I found that I didn't even have to wear concealer it's a truly full coverage foundation. I followed with a light sweep of powder and then finishing powder although I'm sure some will find its not necessary. It lasted about 5 hours before starting to look a tad oily but a quick sweep of powder fixes it right up.

January 19, 2012

Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer

Best with liquid foundations and dry skin

I love this primer for winter days when my skin is dry. A tiny dab and my face is matte and feels like velvet. My foundation glides on evenly and easily. It's my favorite primer hands down.

January 19, 2012

Nars Makeup Primer

Best to use with more dewy foundations

Helps more dewy foundations stick to the skin. I don't highly recommend for matte foundations as this product will make thence hard to blend.

January 19, 2012

Smashbox Camera Ready Full Coverage Foundation UVA/UVB SPF 15

Great if worn properly

I'm pretty sure this post is referring to the Smashbox Studio Skin 15 Hour Wear foundation (SPF 10) if it's not I'm sorry I am mistaken. However I found that this foundation worked really well for what it claims to be. I'm a waitress and even a short shift can mean a serious work out and this foundation needed little to no maintenance. ( my routine consists of primer,foundation, concealer if need be and I set with powder. ) and after a 10hr shift on a Saturday my face was a touch dewy, but not cakey or oily looking. HOWEVER this is because this particular foundation contains titanium dioxide! I do not recommend for a daily foundation- only for nights out partying or long days at work.

January 19, 2012