RAVE: Smashox Photo Finish Light Primer
When it comes to make up primers Smashbox is the first thing that comes to mind. While Smashbox may not have invented primers, but they were one of the first lines to introduce primers to a younger generation. Was really a “the right marketing, at the right time” sort of thing. Today’s youth wants flawless skin, and a primer can help you achieve that.
The first time I heard of a primer, it was from Adrienne Arpel’s line. It was a product that was a filler and a lifter. It came in a cute little vial, was a soft purple, and had real linen fibers in it. For what it was for that time, it did work so some extent. It was the idea behind the product, “balanced surface = blank canvas” that sold it. The problem with Arpel’s line (still the same problem now) is that it appeals to my mothers generation, not mine.
Today you can’t walk into a Sephora or department store without seeing a vast array of primers. Primers are now part of an everyday make up routine. Primers can aide when applying make up to badly damaged skin, if you have the right one.
Smashbox makes a variety of primers and I’ve tried just about all of them. The Classic Photo Finish Primer (PFP), which I REALLY, REALLY have tried very hard to love - I must admit I can’t love it. I feel as though it does nothing for me. The oil base is a little much for me, which ironically I do love the texture of the product. It’s nice and silky and not as overly greasy as some of the other brand primers out there, but I just can’t love it - I can only sort of like it.
Both primers are good primers. I’ve used both the Classic & Light PFP’s on clients and have gotten good results. It’s a matter of trying it on and seeing what you like. The Light just works better on me.
For in case your PFP confused the Classic PFP is clear, while the Light PFP is white.
Do Lunch with Smashbox: If you purchase from the Smashbox website on Tuesday's or Thursday's, between 9AM & 2PM PST, you get a free gift. You get a full size product as a gift your getting, not a itty bitty sample size and shipping is currently FREE on all orders. Lots of perks on the website, so if your a Smashbox fan and you know the products you want I recommend visiting the site over purchasing in a store. If you cisit the site be sure and check out the Curtain Call section for some great deals.
When it comes to make up primers Smashbox is the first thing that comes to mind. While Smashbox may not have invented primers, but they were one of the first lines to introduce primers to a younger generation. Was really a “the right marketing, at the right time” sort of thing. Today’s youth wants flawless skin, and a primer can help you achieve that.
The first time I heard of a primer, it was from Adrienne Arpel’s line. It was a product that was a filler and a lifter. It came in a cute little vial, was a soft purple, and had real linen fibers in it. For what it was for that time, it did work so some extent. It was the idea behind the product, “balanced surface = blank canvas” that sold it. The problem with Arpel’s line (still the same problem now) is that it appeals to my mothers generation, not mine.
Today you can’t walk into a Sephora or department store without seeing a vast array of primers. Primers are now part of an everyday make up routine. Primers can aide when applying make up to badly damaged skin, if you have the right one.
Smashbox makes a variety of primers and I’ve tried just about all of them. The Classic Photo Finish Primer (PFP), which I REALLY, REALLY have tried very hard to love - I must admit I can’t love it. I feel as though it does nothing for me. The oil base is a little much for me, which ironically I do love the texture of the product. It’s nice and silky and not as overly greasy as some of the other brand primers out there, but I just can’t love it - I can only sort of like it.
Smashbox’s other big primer, the Photo Finish Light Primer, for some reason is another story with me. I LOVE this one. It has the texture of a light moisturizer and is not as oily as the Classic PFP. On your fingers it feels slightly heavier then the classic PFP. This one goes on better for me and I feel as though I have a better coverage in it. My foundation does go on easier and more even.
Both primers are good primers. I’ve used both the Classic & Light PFP’s on clients and have gotten good results. It’s a matter of trying it on and seeing what you like. The Light just works better on me.
For in case your PFP confused the Classic PFP is clear, while the Light PFP is white.
Do Lunch with Smashbox: If you purchase from the Smashbox website on Tuesday's or Thursday's, between 9AM & 2PM PST, you get a free gift. You get a full size product as a gift your getting, not a itty bitty sample size and shipping is currently FREE on all orders. Lots of perks on the website, so if your a Smashbox fan and you know the products you want I recommend visiting the site over purchasing in a store. If you cisit the site be sure and check out the Curtain Call section for some great deals.
