I like the covergirl line of primers, especially the pore minimizer. Also, I don't look for spf in a primer as I don't use enough of the primer to get the protection of an spf. Usually I just apply it where I need it. I am going to try the e.l.f. putty primer it looks like it might work on my mature skin. Great Review
I use tinted mineral-only sunBLOCKs for primer. Because they're tinted, I can see how evenly I've applied. Or not. Most of the time, I don't need extra moisture with the sunblock, but during windy, dry weather, I use a light moisturizer under the sunblock, with a heavier cream at night. The sunBLOCKs I use both leave a nice semi-velvety finish, which lets my foundation/color base products go on so easily. Bliss brand Block Star SPF 30 or Australian Gold SPF 50 (this one has a couple of tones, I use the fair to light one). Love your presentations, thanks for your energy!
Thank you for the smoothing primer I'm going to try it ..also for the Sephora one but I love dewy look. I used to use Charlotte Tilbury magic cream but it has gone thick and gloopy twice and for the money I get upset.
I do love nyx marshmallow primer too, it's my daughter Logan holy grail. Bobbie please try Clinique dramatically different moisturizing lotion it's amazing under makeup ..I also think the yellow colour covers flaws as well.
I agree that most hydrating primers don’t do that much for really dry skin. My skin is always dry, and it just sucks up any kind of moisture I put on it within a couple of hours. The whole primer dilemma is a big one though. Skin always seems to need different things to stay happy.
This is a great video ! Very informative ! I love the ELF Matte Putty Primer, it also works great as an eye shadow primer ! It kept my eye shadow from creasing for the entire day.
Such great information! Due to being totally allergic, break out in hives, to chemical SPF and hot flashes my water resistant mineral SPF works as my primer. I also find I need less foundation. I’m totally going to try using a smoothing primer on my pores. I have a small sample size of the elf putty primer that I use as eye shadow primer because I didn’t want to waste it, lol.
For my primer I use Clinique dramatically different moisturizing lotion and for eye primer I use pixie brightening peach color corrector or smashbox Becca brightening corrector...multi use products.
I have to have a grip, lol. Though it does depend on the foundation, some keep my skin too tacky and they never dry down. Charlotte Tilbury and Embriolysse are my ride or die primers...but its for the plumping and makes my foundation go on better, not necessarily helping with the longevity
I did not know about grip primers! Thank you, Bobbie! I think I’m better off sticking with the illuminating kind 😊 I don’t mind having a bit of glow. I need all the sparkle I can get 😆
I didn't think I'd like it as a now dry-skinned gal (thanks, menopause 🙄) who has always worn silicone primers. But since I wear a mask 8 hours a day, I'm trying anything and everything. Used the elf one and couldn't believe it! With the elf gripping and Benefit Porefessional setting spray, most of my foundation actually stays on my face! Very happy!
@@gategirl66 agreed!🥵 menopause is so Fun,fun fun🙄😬.. never had pimples either- but now...what the heck is that😮 That 😲or That😱? It's like I find new "things", weekly, lol..
@@Ms10yearsafter YES! It's so unfair!! Seems like I did my time and should be rewarded, but no 🥺 It's a new adventure every day 🙄 When I blame things on menopause and hubby questions the validity, I simply burn him with my laser-beam eyes and he quickly agrees that yes, it's menopause 😁 Smart man 😏
Bobbie I tried the Revlon one, you mentioned it in another video. I do like it so far. When I hear grip I think tacky feeling. I'd try the Elf before the Milk one, if I was curious. 😊Thanks for clarifying.
I use the Elf putty primer. They also sell a brush to use with it. One end is like a spatula and the other end is a brush. I really like it! Do you apply your primer after sunscreen? Have a great week and God Bless!😊
Bobbi, thank you so much for all the testing you do and recommendations. I'm new to skincare and makeup, and at 75 it's a whole new world! I've been having a great time amassing a small collection of products but now I'm wondering about expirations. Could you address this in a future video? Should one keep a spreadsheet, or are there general guidelines for certain categories?
@@MindfulMidlife we only had ELF stand's here in Finland and only in pharmacy's, smh..now they are gone too🤷♀️ covid and supply issues? Idk..but I have a chart that needs a few items to get the shipping free..I have been piling up stuff for that lol.. (Shipping fees are ridiculous!) Great video 😊 Oh did you see Wayne Goss launched his foundation today..yey.. Xoxo ❤
Hi Bobbi! I also have larger pores just above my brows (which seems like such an odd spot to me as well). I've tried the elf putty primers in the past, but found it made them stand out more. It did fill them, but the color made me look like I had light "reverse" freckles. I've never worn foundation much, and although I'm 63, my skincare routine has really improved the overall tone and texture (one of the good things to come out of COVID). I typically just wear a tinted sunscreen. Any thoughts on what ai'm doing wrong? I'd worn the Laura Geller spackles for years and not had this happen. Thanks, and I love your channel!!
I use tinted sunblocks, too. As a single layer primer - moisturizer - sunblock under my foundation/color base product. Then I use a silky, light finishing powder to help hide the polka dot pores (I think you call them reverse freckles.) Current favorite is e.l.f. HD (loose) powder in Soft Luminance (lightest pink). So silky, it's impossible to overdo it if you use a large powder brush. I work outdoors and sweat a bit, but I don't use a setting spray and my face still looks pretty good at the end of the day.
Oh, don’t worry. As soon as you find the perfect products, your skin will change or the weather will change or you’ll finish things, and it’s a whole new ball game.
I cannot believe I just came across your channel I love it. Thank you 💓
I’ve been binge watching your videos all day 😂
I'm not a big fan of primers, but I feel like trying some again. knowing me, I would prefer the "glowy" ones!
Dry skin as well. I love the sheen suggestions! ELF has a radiant primer as well that I'm trying. Not as sheen-ful as the one's you've shown though.
This was super informative…..but, I think you should add dupes on your title line. It would give soo many views😬Loved this..Thank you
Thank you! I've got dry skin too! I was keani g to try this ELF prer, now I'm going to get it!
I like the covergirl line of primers, especially the pore minimizer. Also, I don't look for spf in a primer as I don't use enough of the primer to get the protection of an spf. Usually I just apply it where I need it. I am going to try the e.l.f. putty primer it looks like it might work on my mature skin. Great Review
Excellent assessment! I want that Revlon one!
I use tinted mineral-only sunBLOCKs for primer. Because they're tinted, I can see how evenly I've applied. Or not. Most of the time, I don't need extra moisture with the sunblock, but during windy, dry weather, I use a light moisturizer under the sunblock, with a heavier cream at night. The sunBLOCKs I use both leave a nice semi-velvety finish, which lets my foundation/color base products go on so easily. Bliss brand Block Star SPF 30 or Australian Gold SPF 50 (this one has a couple of tones, I use the fair to light one). Love your presentations, thanks for your energy!
Thank you for doing this! I struggle with finding a good one but the marshmallow primer has been working good.
Thank you for keeping us company !
I’m trying that one tomorrow. I shopped Rachels makeup stash and she had it. ☺️
Thank you for the smoothing primer I'm going to try it ..also for the Sephora one but I love dewy look. I used to use Charlotte Tilbury magic cream but it has gone thick and gloopy twice and for the money I get upset.
I do love nyx marshmallow primer too, it's my daughter Logan holy grail. Bobbie please try Clinique dramatically different moisturizing lotion it's amazing under makeup ..I also think the yellow colour covers flaws as well.
I agree that most hydrating primers don’t do that much for really dry skin. My skin is always dry, and it just sucks up any kind of moisture I put on it within a couple of hours. The whole primer dilemma is a big one though. Skin always seems to need different things to stay happy.
This is a great video ! Very informative ! I love the ELF Matte Putty Primer, it also works great as an eye shadow primer ! It kept my eye shadow from creasing for the entire day.
Such great information! Due to being totally allergic, break out in hives, to chemical SPF and hot flashes my water resistant mineral SPF works as my primer. I also find I need less foundation. I’m totally going to try using a smoothing primer on my pores. I have a small sample size of the elf putty primer that I use as eye shadow primer because I didn’t want to waste it, lol.
For my primer I use Clinique dramatically different moisturizing lotion and for eye primer I use pixie brightening peach color corrector or smashbox Becca brightening corrector...multi use products.
Hallo, lots of great ideas. The milk primer is a no for me too. I have tried and tried.
I have to have a grip, lol. Though it does depend on the foundation, some keep my skin too tacky and they never dry down. Charlotte Tilbury and Embriolysse are my ride or die primers...but its for the plumping and makes my foundation go on better, not necessarily helping with the longevity
Get a grip! lol
I did not know about grip primers! Thank you, Bobbie! I think I’m better off sticking with the illuminating kind 😊 I don’t mind having a bit of glow. I need all the sparkle I can get 😆
Great video Bobbie, as always 👍
Thank you for the reviews!
❤
I haven't even tried a gripping primer😬..
But I want to..
I didn't think I'd like it as a now dry-skinned gal (thanks, menopause 🙄) who has always worn silicone primers. But since I wear a mask 8 hours a day, I'm trying anything and everything. Used the elf one and couldn't believe it! With the elf gripping and Benefit Porefessional setting spray, most of my foundation actually stays on my face! Very happy!
@@gategirl66 agreed!🥵 menopause is so Fun,fun fun🙄😬..
never had pimples either- but now...what the heck is that😮 That 😲or That😱?
It's like I find new "things", weekly, lol..
@@gategirl66 I don't have anything to loose! Trying That!! 😊TY!
Hey from Finland 🇫🇮 👋
@@Ms10yearsafter YES! It's so unfair!! Seems like I did my time and should be rewarded, but no 🥺 It's a new adventure every day 🙄 When I blame things on menopause and hubby questions the validity, I simply burn him with my laser-beam eyes and he quickly agrees that yes, it's menopause 😁 Smart man 😏
Thanks Bobbie for the reviews! I appreciate you so much!
Bobbie I tried the Revlon one, you mentioned it in another video. I do like it so far. When I hear grip I think tacky feeling. I'd try the Elf before the Milk one, if I was curious. 😊Thanks for clarifying.
Love this video!
Very helpful, thanks so much!
I use the Elf putty primer. They also sell a brush to use with it. One end is like a spatula and the other end is a brush. I really like it! Do you apply your primer after sunscreen? Have a great week and God Bless!😊
Have you tried the Milani vitamin C primer I heard it's good as well.
Thank you Bobbie. I’m going to get the Revlon, and the Elf putty. I have dry skin also, and I’m 61. What foundation do you like best?
Bobbi, thank you so much for all the testing you do and recommendations. I'm new to skincare and makeup, and at 75 it's a whole new world! I've been having a great time amassing a small collection of products but now I'm wondering about expirations. Could you address this in a future video? Should one keep a spreadsheet, or are there general guidelines for certain categories?
Shelley, I talk about that in this video: th-cam.com/video/OWEFgMEbdsU/w-d-xo.html 🤗
@@MindfulMidlife Brilliant tips-how did I miss that video! Thank you :)
Ohh, flaky DRY as a desert skin here so..
Psoriatic, sometimes at the hairline and scalp😞buu!
Yeah, If you still want to try it, go for the elf one. It's only $10!
@@MindfulMidlife we only had ELF stand's here in Finland and only in pharmacy's, smh..now they are gone too🤷♀️ covid and supply issues? Idk..but I have a chart that needs a few items to get the shipping free..I have been piling up stuff for that lol..
(Shipping fees are ridiculous!)
Great video 😊
Oh did you see Wayne Goss launched his foundation today..yey..
Xoxo ❤
@@Ms10yearsafter I'm afraid to see how much it is, but I am interested.
@@MindfulMidlife oh yeah- it will not be in my budget for now, maybe never ..it's Wayne Goss, what can I say..but intrested for sure!
Hi Bobbi! I also have larger pores just above my brows (which seems like such an odd spot to me as well). I've tried the elf putty primers in the past, but found it made them stand out more. It did fill them, but the color made me look like I had light "reverse" freckles. I've never worn foundation much, and although I'm 63, my skincare routine has really improved the overall tone and texture (one of the good things to come out of COVID). I typically just wear a tinted sunscreen. Any thoughts on what ai'm doing wrong? I'd worn the Laura Geller spackles for years and not had this happen. Thanks, and I love your channel!!
I use tinted sunblocks, too. As a single layer primer - moisturizer - sunblock under my foundation/color base product. Then I use a silky, light finishing powder to help hide the polka dot pores (I think you call them reverse freckles.) Current favorite is e.l.f. HD (loose) powder in Soft Luminance (lightest pink). So silky, it's impossible to overdo it if you use a large powder brush. I work outdoors and sweat a bit, but I don't use a setting spray and my face still looks pretty good at the end of the day.
I have a problem with my foundation sticking to the end of my nose. Do you think the Elf gripping primer would work good for this just on my nose?
I use eyelid primer, then dab on a little loose setting powder before I put on my "foundation" product.
If I find all the perfect products I won't need to shop anymore 😢😢😢
Haha, I understand!
Oh, don’t worry. As soon as you find the perfect products, your skin will change or the weather will change or you’ll finish things, and it’s a whole new ball game.
@@ginnyburley9552 😂