Sep 29, 2011

Posted by in Face, Primers, Rimmel | 3 Comments

Rimmel: Fix and Perfect PRO Primer

Primer is a very important part of my makeup routine. Like I’ve mentioned I have oily skin so if I’m going to get the most out of foundation I need to use a primer first.  I’ve tried quite a few Smashbox Photo Finish, NYX HD Studio Photogenic Primer and NYX Studio Perfect Photo Loving Primer and another one by PIXI that I really liked but I can’t seem to find at the moment so I’m not sure of the name.  Anyways, I definitely perfer primers with more of a silicone base. I wasn’t really looking for a new primer but I was at Target this morning buying dog food and accidentally wandered into the makeup section :)

This Rimmel Fix and Perfect Pro primer says it will smooth lines, resurface skin, brighten, mattify and protect.  That’s alot from a little drugstore primer that only cost about 6 bucks but I figured I would give it a try.  I used it today and I will say I really liked the way my foundation went on.  I felt like it minimized my pores and kept me from getting oily most of the day.  It does have a bit of a smell but I kind of liked it, plus it seemed to dissipate after wearing it a few minutes.  I’d probably put this in my top 2 favorite primers right behind NYX Studio Perfect Photo Loving Primer. All in all if you’re looking for a drugstore primer to try out I definitely suggest this one and let me know what you think!

  • ds

    Great thanks! I was just thinking today of trying primer for the first time. Also if u could give me some advice on a good drugstore foundation and power, id really appreciate it. Xo*
    - I have a fair medium complexion:)

  • ds

    Light not fair :P

    • Holly

      For drugstore foundations I’m really liking the Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser Foundation. I don’t have wrinkles or anything yet but it still makes my skin look great! I’d also recommend L’oreal True Match Foundation or if you are looking for something that is very long wearing Cover Girl’s Super Stay foundation. I have an oily t-zone and all of these work well to keep my skin looking matte all day.

      If you are looking for a dupe for a more expensive brand Neutrogena’s Healthy Skin Foundation gives almost the exact same finish as Nars Sheer Glow Foundation.

      If you just want something really cheap you can also try E.L.F’s studio line flawless finish foundation for around 3 bucks!

      For powder I like using Maybelline’s Dream Matte Powder or Maybelline Fit Me pressed powder.

      I hope this helps! Good luck with your primer, I think you’ll be happy with it :)

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