MAC Prep + Prime Skin Review

I have only just discovered this product recently. I had never heard of this before and didn't know what it was for. I went into a MAC shop overseas and they applied it before the foundation and it left my skin with a totally different feel to it than just applying foundation by itself. It left my skin feeling silky smooth, felt really nice. I found it easier to apply foundation over this. the bottle seems to last forever as you only need one squirt and that is enough to cover the whole face. I will definitely be buying more (if this bottle ever runs out).

This is a great face primer, it just does what it is suppose to do! It makes my face feel so smooth after application, and really makes a difference to the finish of my foundation.

It is a white colored primer with a slight amount of shimmer, that doesn't leave any color on the face. It is moisturizing, which I love because I have normal to dry skin and the shimmer adds a very small amount of dewiness to my face. A little bit of this product goes along way, and on most days if I have moisturized I will only need one pump, so a bottle of this will last you a while. I think a good primer is worth the price as it improves the look and lasting power of any foundation.

I had only ever used one primer before and it was quite moisturising so naturally I didn't like it because of my oily skin but I was recommended to try this one as it counters the oil more and helps to hold the foundation in place. It definitely helps your foundation last longer throughout the day and I love the texture it gives my skin. My only criticism is the price. When you are spending $80 on a foundation and $60 on a primer, it all adds up. I guess there is no magic bullet to perfection... I think I would probably not use it everyday because it seems a bit excessive but definitely worth while when you have an event like a wedding or whatever. I will say that the bottle does last a while, its not like its tiny.

I am a big fan of this primer! I wasn't generally a primer kind of gal having tried so many that broke me out and left my skin feeling sticky but I was convinced by the very pretty sales girl at MAC that I needed it to go with my foundation. I got home and despaired that I had bought something so expensive that I would never use but I was so wrong! Not only do I use this under my MAC foundation but I also use it under my Lancome and even my True Match. It makes everything look so flawless! The product is reasonably thin and comes out the consistency of a day lotion or moisturiser. There is a slight shimmer in the primer but it doesn't make the skin glittery or sweaty looking. The primer smoothes over the skin beautifully and blends well into the skin without feeling like it's disappearing. My makeup glides on smoothly and lasts all day! I use 1 to 2 pumps and I have had mine for sooooooooooooooooo long and it's still going strong. 100% worth the money! I am now TOTALLY a primer gal

L-O-V-E this primer,

it's so great, the packaging is MAC signature, black and white text with box. this tube has a sparkle to it which is super exciting.

it has a press down pump which gives you the correct amount, I usually use 2x pumps (1 pump for each side of my face) but you could use 1x if you prefer.

I apply with either my finger tips or a brush (190 mac foundation brush) over my spf moisturiser

The actual product is a white lotion semi thick type of texture, which has a sparkle to it, hence the sparkle design of the packaging.

this product lasts me a good 3 months and I use it daily

I wear this under foundation and then apply a loose powder on top, I don't have redness in my skin so I'm not sure if this covers the red I do however have SUPER oily skin and find this really does help with oil and it also makes me skin feel smooth to the touch

I love love love this primer. I have quite a stash of primers at home because I buy them and find them too thick and heavy or they just don't do what I want them to do so I had basically given up on priming but then I got given this as a gift and it has changed my make up life!

It is super hydrating which I find great as I use the Mac Studio Fix Foundation and find that can be a little drying. It goes on really easily and makes my make up last all day!

It is quite pricey here in NZ but in saying that you only need the smallest amount so the bottle lasts quite a long time. I have had mine about 3-4 months and it still feels at least half full.

It also smells really nice unlike some I have had and has really cute packaging.

All in all it is a wicked product!

MAC's Prep and Prime was one of the first primer's I ever used, and to this day still remains one of my favourites. Why?

The main reason for me is the formula. It's the perfect consistency for a lotion-style primer, similar to a moisturiser. It also looked and smelled like a moisturiser, with a slight glitter through it which initially I was hesitant about but I didn't find that it had much of an effect on my skin once I had applied my makeup.

This primer absorbed really easily into my skin and really just felt like an everyday moisturiser, which was nice as it didn't feel like it was blocking my pores. Despite has ordainary it appeared, it had superpowers when it came to making my liquid foundation last upon my skin which is oily and tends to play up easily in summer. This helped my makeup cling in place without slipping or going patchy.

The only thing I didn't like, and which I marked down on, was the price! Being a MAC product it is a bit pricey especially for the amount you receive and I prime every time I wear makeup so unfortunately my primers don't tend to last exceptionally long. In saying that I'd still happily repurchase and recommend as I think it's a fantastic product.

I hadn't used a primer for quite a while so I would sometimes forget to put it on. I can definitely tell the difference if I have forgotten. My foundation just doesn't last as long and neither does it look 'finished' off. I wouldn't say it has glitter as others have commented but more of a shimmer which I don't mind at all as I can't really see it once my foundation is on. I don't need much at all - only 1 1/2 pumps to cover all my face. I also like the slight scent and it does make my skin feel nice. Definitely continue to use it.

When I first bought this product ( early last year and it's still going strong ) I was looking for two things most people look for quality and value. It's a primer so it's better having a product which meets both criterial rather one or the other. Let face it - it plays a big part on the final result.

So it has a beautiful shimmer and light mousey consistency and blends In to your skin leaving a soft surface for you to work on. Lovey smell as well.

For the price and the length of time it has lasted me I was pretty happy. I'm glad I have this product and would be sceptical trying anything else after using this.

This is my all time number 1 primer. Its was love at first use.

I have tried many other primers from all different brands and all different prices, and this one really dose stand out. The price is ok compared to other primer/ pretty much is the same to other Middle end make up brands that I have used. To me I don't have a problem pay $56 as it dose seem to last me a very long time as a little will get you a long way.

The packaging is very sleek and I find it quite pretty as it has flecks of glitter mixed in with the Black. The primer is very easy to carry around or pack if you are travelling.

I use one pump or half a pump which will cover my whole face and it will give it a good enough cover all over. The Primer itself is a nice medium texture (not thick or runny) and it is very easy to apply over your face. The primer itself has very fine glitter specs into, which gives its a nice light shimmer (nothing crazy tho! So it will not show up under your foundation) The primer is very hydrating and makes your foundation go on very smooth, Once you have use this you will understand what im talking about :)