I'm not somebody who uses primers on a regular basis. My skin is quite dry and my pores are normal size and I don't see the necessity. I also need quite a solid medium coverage and I try to not layer too much. I already have quite an intricate skin care routine!
I do however love a nice healthy glow, so when I had the occasion to exchange my sephora points for a deluxe sample I was trilled! Laura Mercier is all about the skin and she has a very good selection of primers. She has two radiance primer, a pinkish shade and this bronze shade.
The first time I applied the radiance bronze I was chocked in a good way by the pigmentation. I don't think this particular shade was intended for really pale ladies like me. (I'm around an NC15) Now I mix it with my foundation and it warms up nicely the shade and gives a really nice glow.
bare faced
With my foundation mixed with the primer
Overall, I really like this primer. It's a very nice creamy texture that doesn't feel at all like silicone. It can be used under, mixed or over foundation. I do find the price in Belgium outrageous compared to the United States though. I might purchase it when I run out, but not at over 40 euros!
Sounds promising. I have only tried the original primer from Laura Mercier and I thought it was okay. I usually like to use silicone based primers. I feel like they suit my dry skin better.
ReplyDeleteHey Judith, I'm glad to hear you like it! I've swatched this, but wasn't too sure how it'd actually look on me. It does look nice and natural on you though! Maybe I should give it a go :)
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you like it so much! So how much does this cost in the US?
ReplyDelete33 dollars. Incredible isn't it.
ReplyDeleteYou should! It's warm so it won't "pink you up".
ReplyDeleteI also have dry skin, but I know what you mean!
ReplyDeleteI agree that it is very expensive.. but it looks great on you!
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