Laura Mercier Foundation Primer - Oil Free

Brand: Laura Mercier
Category: Beauty

Buy New: $30.00

Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars

7 reviews
Sales Rank: 3334

Media: Misc.

MPN: 12341005
UPC: 736150040169
EAN: 0736150040169
ASIN: B000F5AFY6

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Features:

	Creates an even surface first & massage a liberal amount of primer all over the face for a few minutes - massaging the skin is stimulating & healthy for the skin
	Foundation Primer is a lightweight, oil-free, creamy gel to be used prior to foundation, creating an invisible layer that acts as a buffer to outside elements
	Cooling Foundation Primer in the refrigerator is refreshing for the skin & reduces puffiness - ideal for all skin types
	This colorless gel leaves makeup looking fresh & colour-true the entire day
	Contains a high water content and addresses surface dehydration around blemishes

Accessories:

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer - Oil-Free

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Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
Specialized for oily, sensitive and acne prone skin types - oil controlling ingredients ensure foundation lasts all day long

Customer Reviews: Read 2 more reviews...

2 out of 5 stars

Disappointed so far... July 24, 2008
O. Friday (Sacramento, CA United States)
After reading the rave reviews I was really excited to get this product. I have very oily skin and after a few hours my face is always shiny. The product description notes that the primer is ideal for oily and acne-prone skin, which is what I have. Today was the first day I have used the primer and I am disappointed. After a few hours my face is as shiny as it always is without the primer. I may try to use more in the future and refridgerate the product, but I'm not hopeful. I think i'll try Smashbox's gel-powder product for oily skin. This primer just did not do the job. It did create a smoother surface to apply my makeup, but that's about it.

3 out of 5 stars

I thought this was supposed to make my makeup last longer July 7, 2008
Michelle888 (Australia)
I have never bothered with primer before but I thought I may as well join the bandwagon. Having decided to reacquaint myself with Laura Mercier products, I bought the Oil-Free Primer and Translucent Loose Powder.

During the first few uses, I applied a little bit of the primer after waiting for my moisturizer to set in. I waited at least a couple of minutes before proceeding with my foundation. Let me say that this product goes on beautifully and provides a very smooth canvas for applying my foundation. But I must admit this is where it all ends for me. I realize that this is not meant to control oil, hence the reason for oil-control foundation and loose powder, but I was expecting that it would make my makeup last longer than normal. I have tried to vary my application thinking I was doing it incorrectly (patting lightly, massaging gently, applying liberally, waiting longer before applying foundation and even putting it in the refrigerator) but it doesn't seem to do much except for providing a smooth base for foundation. My makeup held up just the same even if I didn't use this. Oh well, I will continue to use this until it's run out only for the fact that it makes makeup application so smooth, but I will try other brands in the future.

3 out of 5 stars

Good primer but very drying April 29, 2008
Book Worm
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

I actually liked the way this product provided a good foundation base, but it was just way too drying for my skin. I returned it and may give the hydrating version a try.

5 out of 5 stars

One of my absolute favorites.... November 23, 2007
Diane Antonelli (South Florida)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

This primer is truly amazing....just a little bit goes a long way.....applies nice and absorbs quickly, you don't even feel anything on your face...keeps my makeup fresh for hours.....you would never know I have oily skin with this product...an absolute must buy.....you will be very happy with this product...

3 out of 5 stars

Harmless, but unnecessary product. June 25, 2007
Mom's Still Hip (Stamford, CT)
9 out of 9 found this review helpful

I don't usually bother to review products online, but felt compelled to do so when I read the other 5 star reviews of this product. I am 41 years old, and my skin is still fairly oily. I have minimal lines and sun damage. I do, however, still have breakouts, particularly from many skin products (moisturizers, sunscreens, foundations--you name it) on the market. My skin can be very sensitive, & my "product-related" breakouts are the under-the-skin, cystic, and very painful sort. After years of searching in vain for a foundation, I found and use the Laura Mercier oil-free foundation. It has performed perfectly on my skin. I decided to buy the oil-free primer to extend the hours the foundation would look flawless, although I never really had a problem with it wearing out. I suppose I bought into the Laura Mercier marketing deal. While the LM oil-free foundation primer did not cause breakouts, I felt it made my foundation last a shorter, rather than a longer amount of time. After the first two uses, I put it away for a month, using only the LM oil-free foundation. I tried it again, and this time I was sure....it made the foundation wear off my face more quickly than without it. Therefore, I would not purchase this product again...too much money to not enough performance.