I adore my MAC concealer & powder foundation however halfway through the day, my skin quite obviously has make-up on and can look somewhat "mask-like".
I was wondering if anyone used Prep & Prime by MAC to deal with that...? And if so, did you find that it broke you out or clogged your pores? [i break out easily]
Is it worth it or is there something else anyone can recommend?
is the make-up just oxidizing on your skin and turning color, or are you talking about adding blotting powder and getting a cakey look? i used mac make-up for awhile, and while i don't use primer, i used and still use the fix+ spray. this stuff is awesome! if you're having a problem with looking cakey, just spray this stuff on, and it takes it away. i always use this to set my make-up. if you're having problems with the color changing, i don't know if there's anyway to help with that. you might just have to change to a different mac foundation.
i was interested at one time in checking out prep & prime. i looked at reviews on make up alley, and i think they were overall favorable. you might want to check out there too. i think mac will also give you a sample if you ask for it. then you can determine whether or not you actually want to buy it.
i don't know why make-up does that..... is it liquid foundation? maybe you need to shake it up better before you put it on? i dunno..... sorry. if it's powder, it must be the way it interacts with the sebum in your skin.... i wish i could be of more help. i'm thinking though that you'll just have to change to a different foundation. if you really like it, try a primer. it'll create a barrier for you and maybe prevent this occurrence.
I have heard good things about Mac prep and prime, but I've never used it myself. I have really sensitive skin, and bareminerals prime time worked great for me. What's also great about that primer is you only have to use very little for each application. I'm curious if anyone has tried elf's primer for acne prone skin. That's something I keep forgetting to try.