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5 Differences Between Silicone Face Primer, Lotion Face Primer, and Cream Face Primer

March 14, 2011 by Bun Bun 12 Comments

I  have extreeeemmely oily skin so without a primer my face would be all oily and gross like 2 hours after I’m done with my makeup. Before face primers, I had to blot twice a day. I know, I know, over-blotting actually induces the skin to produce more oil. But the amount of oil on my face could save the global crisis ! I swear you can see your reflection on my cheeks if I don’t blot mid-day.

And then I got introduced to the makeup world and *throws confetti into the air!* got to know about face primers!

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Make Up For Ever – HD Microperfecting Primer #5 (Blue) Review

March 11, 2011 by Bun Bun Leave a Comment

The MAKE UP FOREVER HD Microperfecting Primer was reviewed on a popular Taiwanese variety show that invites makeup artists to share beauty and makeup tips with artistes. When the makeup artist applied it on one of the invited guests, her skin instantly went from dull to bright right after applying the Make Up For Ever – HD microperfecting primer #5.

I was like OMFGIHAVETOGETTHIS!

I would have glistening skin and my face would be so smooth flies could slide down. All my skin woes would be over and I could finally live happily ever after.

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5 Best Face Makeup Primers For Oily Skin

March 8, 2011 by Bun Bun 10 Comments

The most important factors I take into consideration when deciding on a suitable face primer for oily skin like mine are:

- Ability to hold foundation and makeup for long hours
- Does not feel greasy
- Does not cause foundation to oxidize

In no particular order, here are the 5 best facial makeup primers for oily skin.

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How Applying Face Primer on 5 Areas for 5 Seconds Each Can Make Your Makeup Last The Whole Day

March 8, 2011 by Bun Bun Leave a Comment

You’re in a rush for time but could never leave the house without at least a little makeup. And then you remember you have a dinner right after work hours and you most probably will not have time for touchups.

How do you ensure that your makeup lasts through the day?

Use a face primer!

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Are Face Primers With Silicone Safe?

February 28, 2011 by Bun Bun 10 Comments

OKIE! This is gonna be science-y science-y post. But I’ll try to be make it more sexy than science-y!

Benefits and effects of silicone in skin products is one of the most passionately debated issues in the makeup world. Nobody has the right answer nor evidence to prove that it is or not beneficial, or hazardous to our health or skin.

I’ve been using the Monistat Chafing Relief Gel as a face primer for 6 months and it doesn’t clog my pores, doesn’t cause breakouts, doesn’t leave a greasy residue, and as a makeup face primer, works like magic for prepping and priming my face.

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