Can I wear primer over sunscreen?

The best order to apply sunscreen, skincare and makeup Get your summer makeup look of the day started with sun protection! Before applying your primer and makeup this summer, a good sunscreen is an essential starting point. So the general rule is that sunscreen comes before primer.

Do you need primer if you use sunscreen?

A lotion of any kind be it sunscreen, moisturizer or anything else will NOT take the place of primer. Primer is in itself, its own product and nothing can replace its properties and purpose. You should wear sunscreen regardless which is always applied to dry skin. After that comes your moisturizer then foundation, etc.

Can I put makeup over sunscreen?

You should really layer as follows: “Put on your skin care first, since you want the skin-nourishing ingredients closest to your face,” says Dr. Fishman. “The second layer should be your SPF, and then makeup goes on last.” But remember, when it comes to sunscreen, the SPF factors are not additive.

Can I use two sunscreens at a time?

Just keep them separate and use each leftover product for one sunscreen application (and remember to reapply sunscreen every two hours, or sooner if you get wet or sweaty). It’s best to avoid blending separate sunscreens together on the same area of your body during an application.

Should you apply makeup primer or sunscreen first?

If possible go for the primer that has some SPF or you can apply both. Sunscreen should be applied first. Make sure the sunscreen you use is light-weight and gets completely absorbed in your skin. After washing your face, apply the sunscreen and wait for 10 minutes for it to settle. Next, you can apply your primer and other makeup.

Can you use moisturizer in place of sunscreen?

But, you can use moisturizer in place of sunscreen if your moisturizer of choice is formulated with SPF. This means you can moisturize your face and protect from the sun in one easy step, before adding your favorite Thank Me Later Face Primer.

What is the purpose of a makeup primer?

The primer will actually allow your makeup to stay in place without interfering with the sunblock’s ability to protect you from the sun! It creates a little barrier between your makeup and the protective layer of sunblock underneath. Should I use a matte primer or illuminating primer?

How do I prepare my face for a day in the Sun?

Start with sun protection first and apply sunblock for the day, and let it dry before starting off your makeup look with a face primer. Our Thank Me Later Face Primer is perfect for this and comes in both mattifying and illuminating, depending on the look you’re going for and your skintype.