What's the bet primer you've tried?

[ginbin54]

Just that really. I like Smashbox Photo Finish but it's quite pricey for a small tube. Can anyone recommend any others?

[HaymitchAbarnathy]

Lanacane anti chafing gel - 5 quid for 30mls, almost the same ingredients as smashbox just as good if not better. It's not a primer really but it works as one.

[Mrswellyboot]

I just bought Clinique Pore Minimiser. It is lovely but also pricey so I think I will try the chaffing gel too for midweek

[bunnymother]

Has anyone tried the Maybelline primer? Is it good?

[amothersplaceisinthewrong]

Airbrush away

[ThonHoor]

bunny you mean the baby skin one? I have it. It's pretty good especially for the price!

My favourite is the Illamasqua Hydraveil because it feels like it drenches my slightly dry skin. It's gorgeous stuff.

[DameDiazepamTheDramaQueen]

Yep, lanacane is the same as smash box.

[SingSongSlummy]

Another recent Lanacane convert here too!

[RonaldMcDonald]

Mac prep n prime

[Jenda]

just trying a benefit one which is nice. Also have recently used two by MUA. One in a tube for less than a fiver, great for everyday. The other is from their fashionsita range which is on sale and it is fab. Really velvety and similar to Benefit Dr Feel Good

[Innogen]

I use the maybelline primer in the little pot - is a clear jelly. It is marvellous!

[bunnymother]

Yes, I mean the baby skin tube. What effect does it have?

[gloucestergirl]

I have just checked out the lanacane anti-chafing gel. Out of curiosity how did someone figure out to use this as a primer?

[truelymadlysleepy]

Clarins Beauty Flash or the Barbara Daly from Tesco is good for £5.

[Sortyourmakeupout]

Tried them all.

Now use George from asda!

[RonaldMcDonald]

I use Prep and Prime because it's good and because of the SPF 50 it carries along with it
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[SouthernComforts]

I use the Rimmel stay matte one. I prefer benefit but it's too pricey at the minute.

[yazzy85]

GOSH primer from Superdrug is amazing, goes on silky smooth!

[QuinnFabray]

I second the MAC SPF 50 primer. I've used it consistently for about four years. I hate silicone-y primers, they make my skin crawl. This one is more of a lotion/sun cream consistency, and isn't oily at all. In fact it's quite oil controlling.

[QuinnFabray]

I liked the Rimmel stay matte one, a similar consistency to the MAC SPF, but it gave me mega spots.

[RonaldMcDonald]

I'd agree about oil controlling quinn
It's a really great product

[bouquetofpencils]

I love Porefection by Benefit. But now want to try Lanacane

[alexheartbeauty]

That's so interesting about the Lanacane and I'd also like to know how using it as a primer came about.
I found the Olay Regenerist Regenerating Serum works well as a primer. I also like the Laura Mericer one. I loved the Mac Prep & Prime SPF 50 but didn't like having to cut the tube open to get the last third out. Did any body else have that problem with it?
I don't recommend Garnier Blur. Promises so much, delivers so little.

[ginbin54]

Alex I agree about the Garnier Blur. Even the tiniest amount took hours to sink in and it left horrible white flaky bits on my skin.

[Skinheadmermaid]

I really like porefessional by benefit, it made a visable difference.
The foundation i use is a foundation/primer and its great, its by soap and glory.

[QuinnFabray]

Yes the packaging of the MAC SPF is rubbish. I cut the end off and dispense it into a little plastic pot. Annoying, but I like the product so much, it's worth doing.