L'Oreal Studio Secrets Professional

miu_miu · 16-08-2009

This is a new line from L'Oreal containing products to meet every cosmetic need in five stages, starting with primers and ending with point makeup which is divided by eye and hair colour.

The first secret is the Smoothing Resurfacing Primer (said to be similar to Clarins) which smooths away imperfections. The second approach for a flawless base are primers to help create a uniform skin tone - they are available in Anti Shine Mattifying Primer, Anti Redness Primer & Anti Dull Skin Primer. These are in travel friendly see-through tubes which have a pump, and look very similar to Make Up Forever primers if you're familiar. The next step is foundation, Smoothing Brush Foundation, which has an attached brush similar to YSL or By Terry. For point makeup, there are eye shadows & liners, lip sticks, lacquers and liners.

This is currently exclusive to Europe, and to me it's a good launch from L'Oreal. I got the Smoothing Resurfacing Primer, Anti Shine Mattiying Primer and Lip Lacquer in 220 Blondes, and I'm pretty impressed by all the products. The Smoothing Resurfacing Primer is £12.99, Mattifying Primer is £9.99 and the Lip Lacquer which reminds me a little of NARS Babydoll is a gorgeous pale shimmery pink and is £7.99. I have been addicted to this gloss since I got it, it's such a pretty colour - not too sticky and not too watery. I'm still testing the primers, but thus far they do create a smooth but not heavy base for my foundation and have controlled oiliness better than if I wasn't wearing a primer, not as brilliantly as I would like, but I have had no problems with breakouts so that's a bonus. I will add more thoughts once I've tried for a few more days

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Mindbear · 16-08-2009

Right, I bought the resurfacing primer yesterday and i'm confused, do you wear it under another primer, say the green one etc, or do you just use it under foundation?

The_Ida · 17-08-2009

It looks a lot better than what they usually do, I must say.

ambidextrous · 18-08-2009

we also have that in Austria (which got me all surprised), but I didn't really try anything yet (my feeling is still they are overpriced for a drugstore brand with that kind of quality (old L'Oréal), add a few Euros and get MAC...)

bebe_tc · 26-08-2009

the presentation reminds me of smashbox

poptheglock · 11-02-2010

what do you guys have to say about the primers? have anyone tried them?

miu_miu · 15-02-2010

The mattifying primer did nothing for me, but the smoothing resurfacing primer is amazing for oil control - unfortunately it breaks me out so I only wear it for short periods of time when I want to look extra good. I think this is the case with most primers for me, I don't think it's specifically only this one that causes me problems. Too bad!

laisla · 15-02-2010

I have the resurfacing primer as well. It helps for a smooth application and minimizes the appearance of pores (even when worn alone) however I would say it hasn't made my makeup last any long than usual.

Although I have not tried it under makeup I have tried the green primer on the back of my hand (which is a similar colour to my face i.e 'rosy'

) its very light which lends itself for a smooth application and blends in easily (no green/grey tint) however I was put off by how shimmery it was.

Mindbear - I know you posted this a few months back but just in case you are still wondering, the primer goes on after moisturiser (if you are using any) and before foundation. A small pea sized amount should be enough to cover your whole face. Dab it all over you face (concentrating on the areas that you feel need most attention) and use long sweeping motions to blend it in. Try to give it a least 2-3 minutes to set before applying foundation.

I havent purchased anything from the rest of the line mainly because I didnt find any of the items to be of any greater quality to L'Oreal's mainline and for the same price you could buy MAC so why bother?

poptheglock · 15-02-2010

laisla: would you recommend the smoothing resurfacing primer? i have always used photo finish by smashbox (and im a big fan), but im curious to try something new..

laisla · 15-02-2010

Whether Id recommend it or not depends on what you use primer for.
If you want to create a smooth base on which to apply foundation and to reduce the appearance of pores and fine lines then Id say go for it. However if you want to mattify your skin and make your makeup last longer then I think there are better products out there.

redart · 18-02-2010

it looks like make up for ever, their primers especially

versustito · 13-07-2010

L'Oreal Paris Studio Secrets video : LINDA EVANGELISTA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ic8igEOzwaM

versustito · 13-07-2010

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blackkohl · 14-07-2010

The Smoothing Resurfacing Primer is amazing! I love the texture of it and it is really good for preventing my skin getting all oily throughout the day. I received a sample and instantly went out and bought the full-sized version. I love it!

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miu_miu little soul Join Date: Dec 2005 Gender: femme Posts: 6,436	L'Oreal Studio Secrets Professional This is a new line from L'Oreal containing products to meet every cosmetic need in five stages, starting with primers and ending with point makeup which is divided by eye and hair colour. The first secret is the Smoothing Resurfacing Primer (said to be similar to Clarins) which smooths away imperfections. The second approach for a flawless base are primers to help create a uniform skin tone - they are available in Anti Shine Mattifying Primer, Anti Redness Primer & Anti Dull Skin Primer. These are in travel friendly see-through tubes which have a pump, and look very similar to Make Up Forever primers if you're familiar. The next step is foundation, Smoothing Brush Foundation, which has an attached brush similar to YSL or By Terry. For point makeup, there are eye shadows & liners, lip sticks, lacquers and liners. This is currently exclusive to Europe, and to me it's a good launch from L'Oreal. I got the Smoothing Resurfacing Primer, Anti Shine Mattiying Primer and Lip Lacquer in 220 Blondes, and I'm pretty impressed by all the products. The Smoothing Resurfacing Primer is £12.99, Mattifying Primer is £9.99 and the Lip Lacquer which reminds me a little of NARS Babydoll is a gorgeous pale shimmery pink and is £7.99. I have been addicted to this gloss since I got it, it's such a pretty colour - not too sticky and not too watery. I'm still testing the primers, but thus far they do create a smooth but not heavy base for my foundation and have controlled oiliness better than if I wasn't wearing a primer, not as brilliantly as I would like, but I have had no problems with breakouts so that's a bonus. I will add more thoughts once I've tried for a few more days bjooti.net __________________ snejana

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Mindbear backstage pass Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: London Gender: femme Posts: 773	Right, I bought the resurfacing primer yesterday and i'm confused, do you wear it under another primer, say the green one etc, or do you just use it under foundation?

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The_Ida In Bloom Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Denmark Gender: femme Posts: 9,206	It looks a lot better than what they usually do, I must say. __________________ ten days of perfect tunes the colors red and blue we had a promise made we were in love

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ambidextrous backstage pass Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Europe Gender: femme Posts: 860	we also have that in Austria (which got me all surprised), but I didn't really try anything yet (my feeling is still they are overpriced for a drugstore brand with that kind of quality (old L'Oréal), add a few Euros and get MAC...) __________________ inyourface.at - The new Austrian Beauty Blog

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bebe_tc front row Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Boca Raton, Florida Gender: femme Posts: 425	the presentation reminds me of smashbox

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miu_miu little soul Join Date: Dec 2005 Gender: femme Posts: 6,436	The mattifying primer did nothing for me, but the smoothing resurfacing primer is amazing for oil control - unfortunately it breaks me out so I only wear it for short periods of time when I want to look extra good. I think this is the case with most primers for me, I don't think it's specifically only this one that causes me problems. Too bad! __________________ snejana

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laisla fashion elite Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: London Gender: femme Posts: 2,977	I have the resurfacing primer as well. It helps for a smooth application and minimizes the appearance of pores (even when worn alone) however I would say it hasn't made my makeup last any long than usual. Although I have not tried it under makeup I have tried the green primer on the back of my hand (which is a similar colour to my face i.e 'rosy' ) its very light which lends itself for a smooth application and blends in easily (no green/grey tint) however I was put off by how shimmery it was. Mindbear - I know you posted this a few months back but just in case you are still wondering, the primer goes on after moisturiser (if you are using any) and before foundation. A small pea sized amount should be enough to cover your whole face. Dab it all over you face (concentrating on the areas that you feel need most attention) and use long sweeping motions to blend it in. Try to give it a least 2-3 minutes to set before applying foundation. I havent purchased anything from the rest of the line mainly because I didnt find any of the items to be of any greater quality to L'Oreal's mainline and for the same price you could buy MAC so why bother? __________________ "I have a syndrome? How marvelous!" - Kate Moss last.fm \| tumblr

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redart windowshopping Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: canada Gender: femme Posts: 22	it looks like make up for ever, their primers especially __________________ HG: Dr Jart BB Cream, Simpkins Blackcurrant Travel Sweets

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versustito V.I.P. Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: CHILE Gender: homme Posts: 7,672	*L'Oreal Paris Studio Secrets video : LINDA EVANGELISTA* http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ic8igEOzwaM __________________ *MY DREAM IS TO MEET LINDA EVANGELISTA*

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blackkohl front row Join Date: May 2010 Location: England Gender: femme Posts: 375	The Smoothing Resurfacing Primer is amazing! I love the texture of it and it is really good for preventing my skin getting all oily throughout the day. I received a sample and instantly went out and bought the full-sized version. I love it! __________________ Did you have a brain tumour for breakfast?