Primers

[dippywhentired]

I've never used a primer before, but would like to try one. My friend recommended Laura Mercier's Radiance Foundation Primer for a dewy glow. But it is rather pricey! I have sensitive combination skin and get the odd spot. Can anyone recommend a cheaper alternative please?

I tried a sample of this at the weekend and even using the tiniest amount, I looked ridiculously shiny.

My favourite one is from the B range in superdrug but it's not available at the moment as apparently they're relaunching the brand with new packaging in autumn. Hopefully it will be autumn this year.

Oh right - yes, I want to look dewy, not shiny
I'm in Switzerland so sadly no Superdrug here.

Bumping as I'd like some recommendations too.

I love benefit porefessional, around £25 and a nice Matt finish. And for every day cheapo use, perfect blur. Can't remember which brand that is, in a pink tube, and about £10-12 from the supermarket

I use the urban decay primer. Its amazing, mattes out your pores and you could get away with wearing it without foundation. Made my skin look amazing. Pea sized amount does the whole face just rub it on with your fingers

Thank you! I'll investigate further

I've been trying the W7 Prime Magic which is supposed to be a brilliant dupe for a Smashbox one, I'm sure it was on here that I saw it recommended. It hasn't really made much difference to my make up, and I don't think it's anywhere near as good as the Garnier Perfect Blur.

I've tried a few diferent ones but always seem to go back to Bare Minerals Prime Time, it's not cheap but you only need a tiny amount and it lasts ages.
A little bit of primer underneath and loose powder over make up makes it last most of the day and I have really oily skin