Loosely translated, Pimer means “primer”. A make-up primer is a base for foundation etc. You might be thinking: “Another layer of make-up for my face? Never!" Older women in particular are often afraid of foundation and think they willlook too painted. But primers are colorless or milky and offer a lot of benefits for skin over 50. They take away shine, create a smooth base for make-up, the foundation lasts longer... and so on. We explain in the article what else you need to know about using the primers.
Make-up after 60: What is the make-up primer good for?
A make-up primer forms a protective barrier over the skin. Its primary purpose is to even out the complexion, smooth the surface of the skin so makeup can be applied more evenly, and make it last longer. The goal is to create a smooth base (primer) before applying the final coat (foundation). Here's a quick and easy one5 minute makeup tutorial, where foundation is the first step to a flawless look.
Here is a brief overview of the benefits of a make-up primer:
- Your make-up stays flawlessly beautiful and fixed for longer - and is a real help in extreme weather conditions.
- The foundation can then be applied more easily and evenly.
- Absorbs oil and takes away shine from the skin.
- Helps reduce visibly large pores.
- Depending on the type of primer, it acts as a skin complexion refiner.
- Helps fill in lines, wrinkles and other imperfections so you need to use less foundation.
- Depending on the type of primer, it can give the skin more luminosity.
- It can prevent makeup from looking “cakey.” (If makeup settles in pores or fine lines)
- Creates a protective barrier that encloses all the care products you use during your daily skin care routine.
There are now also many primers that help us with a variety of skin problems - from dullness to redness and pore problems to dry or oily skin.
Some additional tips about the beauty helper
There are a few other things to consider when choosing the right 60+ primer. Many make-up primers contain silicone-based polymers such as dimethicone because they have a particularly smoothing effect. However, if you are struggling with cystic acne or other skin problems, you should do a patch test or consult a doctor as some people are allergic to dimethicone.
There are also many primers that are based on skin-friendly ingredients or botanicals, are paraben-free, and contain lots of vitamins and minerals. And some primers also have sun protection factor (SPF).
We recommend testing different products at makeup stores to find out which one feels best on your skin and works best for you.
Apply makeup primer correctly
Many makeup artists recommend applying makeup primer with your fingertips for a variety of reasons. The warmth of the fingers allows the product to melt into the skin and achieve a natural-looking result.
Applying foundation with your fingers allows you to work the product into the skin, which stimulates and promotes blood circulation in the skin.
Another option is to mix some of the primer into your liquid foundation. This gives you a thinner coverage that still lasts well.
When should the primer be applied?
Now you may be wondering when exactly you should apply a primer in your skincare and makeup routine. The best time is always after the day cream and before applying the foundation. If you use a separate SPF product, you should apply the SPF after moisturizer and before primer.
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