Okay, so, I’ve been messing around with makeup for a while now, and one thing that always got me confused was the whole primer-moisturizer order thing. Like, which one goes first? It seems like such a simple thing, but trust me, it makes a big difference in how your makeup turns out! So, I decided to get to the bottom of this once and for all.
First off, I started digging around to see what the “experts” say. Turns out, it’s a pretty common question! Lots of people are confused about it. The general idea I got was that moisturizer should come before primer. Makes sense, right? Moisturizer is all about hydrating your skin, and primer is more like a base for your makeup. But I wanted to see this in action, so I did a little experiment on myself.
My Experiment
- Day 1: Moisturizer First
I started my day by washing my face, like always. Then, I put on my regular moisturizer, you know, just a normal amount, nothing crazy. I let that sink in for a few minutes while I brushed my teeth, giving it time to really soak into my skin. After that, I applied a thin layer of my favorite primer. Once the primer set, which only took about a minute, I went ahead with my foundation, concealer, and the rest of my makeup routine.
The result? Pretty darn good! My skin felt hydrated throughout the day, and my makeup went on super smooth. It looked fresh, and I didn’t have any issues with my foundation caking or settling into fine lines. It even lasted longer than usual, which was a nice bonus.
- Day 2: Primer First
The next day, I switched things up. Washed my face, then applied primer directly onto my bare skin. After letting the primer set, I applied my moisturizer. I waited a bit to make sure everything was absorbed, and then I did my makeup as usual.
This time? Not so great. My skin felt kind of dry and tight, even with the moisturizer on top. My makeup didn’t go on as smoothly, and it definitely didn’t last as long. It started to look a bit patchy by the end of the day, and my skin felt pretty uncomfortable overall.
What I Learned
So, after my little experiment, it became crystal clear to me: moisturizer absolutely needs to go on before primer! It’s like this: moisturizer is part of your skincare routine. You’re prepping your skin, giving it the hydration it needs. Primer is the first step in your makeup routine. It creates a smooth canvas for your foundation and other products to stick to.
Putting primer on before moisturizer is just… weird. It’s like putting on your socks after your shoes. It doesn’t make sense, and it definitely doesn’t work as well! The primer kind of blocks the moisturizer from doing its job properly, and you end up with dry skin and not-so-great-looking makeup.
Anyway, that’s my experience with the whole moisturizer-primer dilemma. Hopefully, my little experiment helps some of you out there who might be confused about it too. Just remember: moisturize first, then prime! Your skin (and your makeup) will thank you for it!
