Review: M&S Autograph Mattifying Primer

Hello lovelies,

This primer was the very first that I tried, I've tried others, yet this is the one that I always end up coming back too. I feel like a very loyal Autograph primer user, currently I'm saving it to use on long days and evenings out because it's not that easy to pick up in France, but when I pop home next week, I'm definitely going to stock up.

The mattifying primer comes in a 15ml tube which is clear, so you can see in advance when you need to re-stock, there's nothing worse than finding first thing in the morning that you've come to the end of a product and don't have a backup - first world problems.

I pop this on in the morning or before a night out after I've moisturised. The formula is super light and it absorbs so quickly. There's none of that waiting around for 5 minutes whilst you wait for it to absorb, you can pop your makeup on almost instantly. It creates a smooth base for applying makeup and I notice my skin looks better - flawless, when I've used it.

I look for primers that are oil-free or help to regulate oil, as through the day I turn from glowy to an oily mess and the longer that I can go before needing to top up my makeup the better. This primer ticks the boxes, it's oil-free and helps to keep your skin shine-free. This is great for oily-combination skin as it contains a sebum regulating ingredient which helps to keep oil under control. 

It's definitely a product for those of us with oily-combination skins and a staple in my makeup bag.

Autograph Mattifying Primer is available online and in certain M&S stores for £12.00 (currently on 3 for 2, which covers hundreds of items).

Have you tried any items from the Autograph range?

Review: Boots No.7 Beautifully Matte Make Up Base

Hello lovelies,

You should all know by now the trouble that I have with oily skin and wanting a matte finish. I was in Boots and had a £5 No.7 voucher burning a hole in my pocket, so decided to pick up the No.7 Beautifully Matte Make Up Base. I assume this is meant to be used as a primer.

No.7 claim that this should help keep shiny skin under control all day long with its mattifying oil free base. I'm always on the look out for oil free products due to the nature of my skin.

I apply moisturiser first and then this on top. I was really surprised as all the primers that I've tried previously tend to have a gel consistency whereas this is a thick white base. You only need a pea sized amount, I apply all over my face but you could just target your problem areas. You only need to use a little bit at a time and blend it out otherwise a white residue is left on the skin. If you just want to slap it on, this probably won't work for you, this needs working in.

An additional benefit to this is it contains Meadowsweet and Cucumber. For those who have oily skin, you'll probably be aware of how easily it can become congested. Meadowsweet helps to regulate oil production minimising blemishes and the Cucumber helps to soothe the skin.

I actually quite like this, I find it does keep the shine at bay, I still need to powder throughout the day but I can cope with that.

No.7 Beautifully Matte Make Up Base 40ml is available from Boots for £10.50 but they often give out vouchers for a few pounds off and is currently on buy one get one half price.

Are there any primers that you'd recommend for oily skin?