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Merle Norman Foundation Primer Plus SPF 15
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Great at Smoothing Skin, but Not at Shrinking Pores
I got a half-ounce sample size of this as a free gift, and since I didn't have a primer before (yes, this was my very first experience with primer), I didn't really have any ideas of what to expect. I just knew it couldn't be "terrible" because I had a Merle Norman cheek color, and I use that thing as much as the Earth needs air. First, even for a deluxe sample, the packaging is good. It looks jus...read moret like the full size, only instead of having a shiny silver screw off cap, it was white plastic. The tube is very simple, not much fancy decorations or claims are written on it, but it's sturdy. However, I noticed that if it the primer might squeeze out really quickly if it is stored sideways. The primer itself is really nice. It's almost clear in color when it's in the tube, with a slight peachy tint, but it goes on completely clear. It's very smooth/silky and applies very evenly. It takes only a tiny squirt to cover my entire face. On my skin, this primer practically disappears. There's no greasy residue. My skin looks dewy, but not to the point that it looks like there is grease on my face. (Addressing this point, this primer isn't exactly matte.) My face feels silky smooth and the texture is evened out, a great canvas for foundation. Overall, this is a good primer. It's smooth to the touch, feels lightweight and unnoticeable on my skin, and it makes my skin texture even. I can't say much about the cost because my tube of this is a sample. While this is a good primer, now that I have tried other primers, this isn't the best, especially if you're looking to reduce pore size or even out color. However, this is unbeatable in smoothness.This review is: Helpful | Not helpful | Inappropriate | 1 of 1 people said helpful
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Great product
Not my top primer but I use it all the time. I prefer another primer over this particular primer. I like the silicone feel. It is easy to go on and makes my makeup easier to put on. It is my second favorite primer. For me, it does make my skin flawless after I put the foundation on. I am 63 at the time of this writing and have been told I look radiant. If you do not use primer, which I ne...read morever knew existed until about 5 years ago, I strongly suggest you start using it. This one is an SPF formula. It makes makeup easy to apply as well as not having to put on lots of foundation. Silicone formula is my favorite. Makes skin feel silky smooth. The color to me is an icy color. Not clear but when it goes on the face it is clear. A little drop will do you. Do not squeeze too much and use too much. If you do you will be using too much product.This review is: Helpful | Not helpful | Inappropriate | 1 of 1 people said helpful
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Perfect Primer
I don't have much experience in foundation primers, but I have used Body Shop foundation primer and Revlon's. Those products were okay - served the purpose - but with Merle Norman, it does not feel heavy on my skin. No residue of oily feeling. Even distribution and perfect matte effect that leaves my face silky smoothThis review is: Helpful | Not helpful | Inappropriate | 8 of 10 people said helpful
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