The L'oreal Magic Perfecting Base Primer is a popular product in the cosmetics industry that aims to create a flawless base for the application of makeup. This primer is designed to smooth out the skin's texture, minimize the appearance of pores, and create a matte finish. It claims to be suitable for all skin types and can be used alone or under foundation for a long-lasting makeup look. One of the key features of the L'oreal Magic Perfecting Base Primer is its silicone-based formula. Silicone is known for its ability to create a smooth and even surface on the skin, filling in fine lines and wrinkles. This helps to create a more even canvas for foundation and other makeup products.
L’Oreal claims that the product:
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This helps to create a more even canvas for foundation and other makeup products. Another important aspect of this primer is its ability to minimize the appearance of pores. Large pores can be a common concern for many individuals, as they can make the skin appear rough and uneven.
L’Oreal Studio Secrets Magic Perfecting Base – A Review
Back towards the end of October, the lovely Grey of LeGothique listed L’Oreal Studio Secrets Magic Perfecting Base as a Pick of the week. I loved her review of it so much it made me want to go out and buy it, so I did. Grey later pointed out that she feels it is exactly like NARS Skin Smoothing Face Prep. So for about 1/3 the price of NARS you get a great product.
Anyway, I liked the product so much that I decided to try wearing it the way Grey mentioned, with only a finishing powder. I’ve also tried tried it in various combinations with Meow’s Purrfect Puss foundation, Pampered Puss foundation, Aromaleigh’s Ultra Resolution Finishing powder, Revlon’s PhotoReady Translucent Finisher and Hard Candy’s Moon Glow powder.
Now, I’ve tried a lot of primers in the past several years. My favorite primers have actually been indie, with Fyrinnae’s Velvet-Gel Silica Primer (which I feel I should point out, it has no silicones) and Camellia Rose V2.0 Skin Smoothing Primer.
L’Oreal’s Studio Secrets Magic Perfecting Base says that it gives a perfect skin texture, smoothes lines, hides pores and banishes imperfections. It also claims it’s suitable for all skin types and non-comedogenic.
First off, I’ve found the best way for me to apply it is to stick my (clean) thumb into the jar and get out a tiny bit of product and then smooth that over my cheek into the thinnest layer possible. I repeat this for my other cheek, then chin, nose and forehead, smoothing it down my jawline. You want the thinnest layer possible. When I got too much, things looked streaky on my face and powder clumped. It looked icky.
Secondly, I hate the fact that the product comes in a jar. While you only need a tiny, tiny amount of product to get good results, I HATE sticking my fingers in a jar. I know I am not alone in my hatred of jars, which has expanded to me hating all products in jars.
You can see I’ve been using this every day for over a month and I have maybe 1/3 to 1/2 a jar left, since I’ve just hit pan, so to speak, in the center. The color of the primer is a very pale baby beige pink and the texture to me is sort of spongy, like a mousse maybe.
The ingredients are:
cyclohexasiloxane, dimethicone, dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, silica, acrylates copolymer, disodium stearoyl glutamate, aluminum hydroxide < /- may contain CI 77891/ titanium dioxide/ CI 77491/ iron oxides>FIL D30587/2
This product is Vegan!
Packaging:
I HATE the packaging. I hate jars. I hate sticking my fingers into things because I inevitably end up with stuff under my nails. However, the small size is ideal for travel.
Price:
Normally $10.99, I believe I got it for $10 from Walmart for .5 oz of product.
Here you can see the various ways I’ve tried the primer.
This is the primer with Revlon’s PhotoReady Translucent Finisher.
This is the primer with Meow’s Pampered Puss foundation in Inquisitive Siamese.
This is the primer with Meow’s Purrfect Puss foundation in Inquisitive Siamese. This is the sheerest foundation from Meow.
This is the primer with Aromaleigh’s Ultra Resolution Finishing powder.
This is the primer with Hard Candy’s Moon Glow powder.
Would I purchase again?
Yes! I like the way it makes my skin feel. I feel like it lives up to its claims. I feel like it’s an excellent primer. I like that it’s vegan. However, I HATE the packaging. I completely and utterly hate the packaging, so I’ll be writing a letter to L’Oreal to tell them how I feel about the packaging. Perhaps if enough people complain about jar packages companies will stop using them so much.
Have you tried L’Oreal’s Studio Secrets Magic Perfecting Base Primer? If so, what did you think?
What’s your favorite primer? Or do you use a face primer?
Product was purchased by me. All opinions are my own.
CordeliaCordelia Frost is the creative force behind Phyrra, a treasure trove for cruelty-free indie and goth beauty aficionados. She's also the author of the game-changing 'Hooded Eyes Makeup Manual' by Courtney Nawara, a must-read for those looking to master hooded eyes makeup.
Whether you're seeking the latest in goth beauty, alternative fashion or tips for a healthier, happier you, Cordelia offers a colorful palette of inspiration.
The L'oreal Magic Perfecting Base Primer aims to blur the appearance of pores, creating a flawless-looking complexion. Additionally, this primer claims to create a matte finish on the skin. This can be beneficial for individuals with oily or combination skin, as it can help to control excess shine throughout the day. The matte finish can also help to create a smooth and even base for makeup application, ensuring that it stays in place for longer. The L'oreal Magic Perfecting Base Primer is easy to use, as it can be applied with fingertips or a makeup brush. It has a lightweight texture that blends effortlessly into the skin, without feeling heavy or greasy. It is also fragrance-free, making it suitable for individuals with sensitive skin. Overall, the L'oreal Magic Perfecting Base Primer is a well-loved product in the beauty industry, praised for its ability to create a smooth and flawless base for makeup application. Whether used alone or under foundation, this primer aims to provide a long-lasting and picture-perfect finish..
Reviews for "Get the Perfect Canvas for Makeup with L'Oreal Perfecting Base Primer"
1. Emily - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with the L orela magoc perfexting base primer. I found that it didn't do anything for my skin and actually made my makeup look worse. It felt heavy and greasy on my face and didn't help with keeping my makeup in place. Overall, I didn't see any improvement in the appearance or longevity of my makeup and I won't be repurchasing this product.
2. Sarah - 1/5 stars - I had such high hopes for the L orela magoc perfexting base primer, but it was a complete letdown. It didn't blend well into my skin and left a weird white cast. It also made my pores appear more noticeable rather than minimizing them as it claimed. It also didn't help with prolonging the wear of my makeup. I was really disappointed with this primer and wouldn't recommend it to anyone.
3. Michelle - 2/5 stars - The L orela magoc perfexting base primer didn't work well for my skin. It felt heavy and suffocating, causing me to break out. Additionally, it didn't do much to improve the appearance or longevity of my makeup. I was hoping for a smooth and flawless base, but this primer didn't deliver. I won't be using it again and will be looking for a better option.