Brunette Beauty

Packaging: Plastic slim palm size squeeze tube. There is an aqua/teal opaque colour with hints of pink. The tip is flat and has a 0.4mm opening. Not too small or large. Smell/Taste: None. Colour: Clear. Formula/ Texture: It's a silicone based, smooth thick gel. It glides onto the skin and takes a few seconds to absorb. I don't find it to sink into the skin but more sit on top. This isn't my preferred way for a primer to work either. It does leave that silicone feeling on the hands after it's applied, which I just to wipe off. It did mattify my skin but didn't hold makeup on my face as along as the other (higher end) brands I've tried. I didn't really see a reduction in my largest pores around my nose. Probably more evident on smaller pores. I did also use a setting spray to set my makeup too. It's a great affordable primer but not one that I would recommend buying. For a few extra dollars they are some great options ...

Judging from the type of posts over the last year and a bit primers appeared to be the most common product. I have been on a primer kick. I want to try them all with so many on the market it makes it so much more easier. I have combination skin, so oil free products work best for me. Depending on the weather I can get slightly enlarged pores around my nose. Hydration isn't something I need, nor is skin tone correction. Here is the wrap of the ones I've tried using highlights; Benefit 'That Gal' Brightening Face Primer Pink colour - clear when sheered out Thin lotion consistency Smooth texture Natural finish Overall face brightening effect from colour ⅔ for extending longevity of my makeup Benefit Porefessional Primer Beige colour - doesn't add any tint to the face Thin gel like consistency Very silicone texture Matte finish Feel as though a lot of primer is needed 3/3 for extending longevity of my makeup Laura Mercier Oil...

A primer is defined as ' a substance used as a preparatory coat on wood, metal, or canvas, especially to prevent the absorption of subsequent layers of paint or the development of rust'. In the beauty and  makeup world it's an undercoat layer of moisture to help foundation apply smoothly and not absorb into the skin. So it primes the face. There are many varieties of primers. Some help to brighten, colour  correct, even out skin tone, sun protection, pore size reduction, reduced fine lines, matte finish, oil free, hydrate. Each property appealing differently with different textures and consistencies. Those with dry skin or an inadequate skin care regime will really benefit from a primer. Those with oily or combination skin will benefit from the primers with a matte finish to help foundation stick to the face and stay.                               ...

Packaging: Plastic thin and flat beige/grey metallic squeeze tube with screw off lid. The opening is a good small size where the perfect amount of product is dispensed out. Smell: Slightly chemical. Colour: White that is clear when thinned out over the face. Natural finish. Formula/ Texture: This is a thin cream formula. It is lightweight on the skin that is really easily applied and absorbed. It's non greasy and I've not had any irritations however this does break me out. That's odd to me as it's oil free and these products don't break me out. It makes me think that maybe my skin is allergic to a specific ingredient which I can't pinpoint. The skin actually feels refreshed and smoothed out thanks to the non-comedogenic green tea, and vitamins A, C, E and cucumber. I don't need a large amount of product to adequately cover my face and neck. It doesn't grip my foundation as much as other silicone based primers but ...

Packaging: I have the sample size which is a mini version of the full sized product. This one has the sunset over the city buildings cartoon wrapped around the whole tube with the twist off cap. I know the full sized product is a twist bottom tube with a sponge tip applicator. Im not sure how much better that would work as I can imagine you would still have to rub it in suing your hands. Smell: Watermelons!! Colour: Peachy pink colour with more pink undertones. Light coverage/ sheer pigmentation with a natural finish. Formula: It is a smooth thin consistency with a slight silicone feel. It can be applied with fingers or a brush evenly and without ease. It didn't break me out even though it's not claiming to be oil free, no sensitivity or irritation. It did grip my foundation on well but not amazing. My pores around my nose aren't as noticeable through foundation either. The longevity of the variety of foundations to be good of up...

Packaging: White and gold foil box. Monochrome/ multi dimension thin & flat plastic squeeze tube with a twist off cap. The tip is about 5mm so decent enough to get product out without wasting any. Smell: So weird and random. It's hard to explain and after a few seconds your nose gets used to the smell and you can't smell it anymore but it's not pleasant. Colour: Clear. Formula/Texture: This primer is thick smooth gel. It is easily absorbed but I feel that if you rub it over your face too much the primer rolls up so to speak and comes off the face. In saying that a small amount is needed. I've had no irritations, sensitivity or breakouts. It's oil free which is awesome for my skin. My skin feel hydrated and refreshed was something I did notice a little bit but my skin isn't dry so it wasn't as noticeable. I have noticed that it does mattify my face even throughout the day. It did reduce pore size and fine lines. I feel a...

Packaging: Box has a silver foil writing & colour fades from purple to black, top to bottom. The tube is very similar to new packaged eye primer potion. There is the genie silver screw off top with a dark purple squeeze tube with silver text. The tip is fine and about 3mm wide. It feels as though is a decent amount of product in the tube that'll last a while. The tube can be cut open to get remaining product. Smell: None. Colour: Beige with pink undertones. This colour sheers out on the face and is undetectable. Formula/ Tetxure: This is a smooth thickish gel like consistency. It is non-greasy and easily absorbed. I've not had any sensitivity, irritations or breakouts from it. It's easy to apply with fingers and blend in. I feel that a normal amount of the primer just isn't quite enough to cover my face - unless it's the thickish like consistency that makes me think this? My skin did feel hydrated during and after it was worn. I ...

Packaging: Matte black box. The squeeze tube is a shiny clear plastic skinny & flat thing. The size of the tip is about 3mm and comes with a hygienic plastic seal. It's durable even for travelling, you can see how much product is left and cut open the tube to scoop out remaining product. Smell: Silicone. Colour: Clear matte. Texture/ Formula: It is a thick gel, that has a very siliconey feel to it. The formula is oil free and easily absorbed. I've had no breakouts, sensitivity or irritations with this. It's easily applied with fingers. When it is applied on the face it leaves a slippery film on my hands that I have to wipe away that I'm not a fan of but I'm nit picking here. A small amount is needed to adequately cover the face. I didn't see much reduction in the size of my pores. It did help my foundation grip on...

I brought this starter kit as I was keen to try out these products and at the very most the HD foundation as I had heard good things being said about it. I thought that there would be no better way to see what I like and what may be a possible repurchase. I brought this kit online from the US site Sephora for $75 which is extremely good value considering the value of the products inside.  This starter kit contains 15ml/0.5 fl.oz. Primer (sample size), 30ml/1.fl.oz Foundation (full size) & 5g/ 0.17oz Powder (sample size). HD Microperfecting Primer Packaging: Soft matte frosted squeeze tube with matte black twist off lid and a small fine tip. Smell: None. Colour: Clear. Texture/ Formula: This primer is a runny, thin, smooth cream with a natural finish. It is easily applied by using your hands and is quickly ...

Packaging: Bright aqua 50's circle design box with a squeeze tube and black screw on lid. The size of the opening is very fine and small which is different as it offers a more controlled fine 'swirl' of primer. I do love how the packaging is travel friendly and can be cut open to get the last product out. Smell: Floral. Colour: Beige that when rubbed onto the face is sheered out and unnoticea ble. Light coverage, very sheer pigmentation with a matte finish. I have been noticing a ashy/dull appearance to my skin. This is different to what I was expecting due to the other brand of primers I've tried that have all been a gel like clear or white consistency. I dont think that the tint in the primer adds any colour to the face. Texture/ Formula: It's a smooth, silky feeling cream like primer. I'm being extre...

Packaging: Clear plastic bottle and cap with a black pump. The thing I like about the packaging is that you can see how much you have used/ have left. Also the pump allows you to control how much product you want by how much pressure you apply. It feels a little heavy but sturdy enough to not have to worry about the bottle cracking. Smell: Funny, like off melted plastic. Colour: Very light pink but blends out clear. There is two colours so far in the primer area, this one and the colour correcting primer. It has a matte finish. Texture/ Formula: It's a thickish cream formula. It's easily applied using fingers and absorbed. I haven't experience any breakouts, sensitivity or irritation.  It is also oil, talc, fragrance and paraben free. It feels lightweight on the skin. This primer's special ability is that it smooths an...