DermablendBrilliant Base Illuminating Primer Face Makeup - Formulated with Niacinamide, Shea Butter, and Glycerin, Enriched with Vitamin C and E Derivatives, Provides Long Lasting Radiance, 1 Fl Oz

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PrimerSo recently I have been using this primer daily as a part of my regular morning routine, and am loving it!My makeup seems to last longer, has a dewy, youthful, natural finish and skin that is beautifully enhanced since using this brand this past month.What I love:1. This is so easy to apply. Just squeeze the tube and voila, a just right amount drop is dispensed, which offers great coverage in that one drop! You can easily control how little or how much you want to use, but a little goes a long way! So easy to smooth on.2. Skin feels softer and silkier, with no “heavy” or “oily” feel, just enhancing your own beautiful skin! I literally can’t believe how soft my skin feels, and how it seems “brighter”. My foundation and blush have been lasting longer while using this product.3. No breakouts whatsoever!4. Can use before applying foundation, use alone, or even mix with foundation all for different looks. I usually like to use it before I apply foundation or use alone when I want a more natural look, on it’s own. I can’t go wrong with either way!I definitely am happy I had a chance to try Dermablend’s Primer. I had never tried Dermablend before and am now eager to try out some other products from this brand because of how much I loved this primer!

Great illuminating setting powder however I am not too crazy about the primer. The primer is a very lightweight, smooth formula that is easy to apply. I have very sensitive skin and using this primer as a base for my make did not cause any irritation, breakouts or allergic reactions on my skin which is positive for me. The illuminating effect is nice for certain occasions but not something I look for in my everyday makeup routine. Also because of the illuminating effect, I like to use this as a primer on certain areas of my face such as my eyelids and cheekbones vs. applying it to my entire face , this is just a personal preference though. To note, the primer did keep my make up in place throughout the day and did not dry out my skin however in my opinion there are comparable products on the market for a lower price point. What makes me not like this primer, is the smell. Since this is my first time trying this primer, I am uncertain if this is how it should smell or if I just received a "bad" tube, but to me, the primer has an unpleasant smell that reminds me of palydough or a craft/molding clay. The smell seems to linger for hours after application (or until I get used to it and just don't notice it anymore) so I do not reach for this primer as a go to product.On the other hand, the banana powder is a winner. It has a nice fine texture that helps to set my makeup. The illuminating properties add an extra dimension to my look, making me look more awake and refreshed. Although the powder is yellow it blends out nicely and does not look yellow on my skin tone or cakey in the end. Also to note, the powder does not have an unpleasant smell to me like the primer does. However, similar to the primer, there are other products on the market comparable to this powder at a lower price point.To sum this up, both the primer and powder are nice products with nice qualities The primer has a bit of an unpleasant smell and the powder does not. If looking for an illuminating effect, this primer and powder might be a good product for you at a higher price point that might be worth it for everyday use.

Dermablend makeup was originally developed to provide full coverage for birthmarks, bruising, surgical scars, tattoos, etc., that regular makeup couldn't hide. Of course, most people don't want or need such thorough coverage, but most of us can use a little help which brings us to the banana powder. While it is yellow, it doesn't look yellow on your skin. It helps counter redness and brighten your skin. If applied as directed - pat on then brush off a few minutes later - it will set your makeup without getting cakey.As for the primer, I really like it, particularly for eyeshadow - when set with the banana powder, it is the perfect base for eyeshadows. Without powder, the primer itself creates a nice low-key shimmer if you don't feel like wearing eyeshadow but want a little something extra. I don't typically use shimmery products on my face because I don't want to highlight my acne scars, but as a primer under foundation it works great, creating a nice smooth surface. It does not fill in scars and large pores to the degree of some others, but if that is not a major concern for you, you will likely be very happy with this primer. (If covering skin issues is something you want to work on, try it in conjunction with Dermablend's foundation and/or concealer.) If all you want is a little shimmer on a no-makeup kind of day, this primer would work great on its own.Dermablend's products do not come cheap, but if you want full coverage that doesn't look like you're wearing a mask, this brand is well worth it - especially if you have skin flaws you want to disguise. I only wish this had been around when I was younger and dealing with acne!

This is an excellent primer to smooth your skin before applying makeup.

My Skin Type: Pale, dry, sun-damaged, sensitive, prone to rednessI rarely wear makeup other than a tinted moisturizer or BB cream after I've touched up my 2-3 brown splotches with concealer. So I wasn't sure how a primer would fit into that routine but I'm glad that I tried this. What it does for me is to put down a base layer that evens out my skin tone even without the concealer. It's really moisturizing and not chalky at all and it leaves a nice sheen to my skin without it looking shiny or glittery. After this dries, I can then apply my BB cream or tinted moisturizer, and the non-uniformity in my skin tones is gone without having to apply a heavy foundation. Nothing wrong with the scent of the product in my tube so not sure why some have issues with it. This isn't something you'd want to use by itself but I think it's pretty versatile in what it can be under. At $35 it's about right considering how little is needed and the quality of it's feel and performance.