Monistat Anti-Chafing Gel as a Foundation Primer...

[Thais]

Girls, correct me if I am wrong, but I have the impression that the ones of you who actually like Monistat as a primer never tried a good "real" primer before...??? I tried Monistat and it did feel nice, however, halfway through the day my face felt gross, looked oily, and my foundation was all blotchy. It is probably better than using nothing at all, however, it does not compare to good primers such a smashbox, sue devitt, MAC, etc... Just my 2 cents. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[pamomma3]

This is a great tip to save money thank you

 

[reginaalear]

Thanks everyone. I actually went out and bought this today! It actually worked. My make up went on so smooth and looks Flawless. Sadly I just purchased my first smashbox primer. If I hadn't I wouldn't have paid so much for it when I can get monistat for $6.00 I actually suggested this to my sister as well, but she thinks i'm a little nuts!! Just wanted to let everyone know that it worked great for me!! There is a smell to it, but once you put it on you can't smell it, At least I can't!! By the way I do currently use a primer, Estee Lauder Prime Fx.

 

[lynnda]

I can say you are probably right!! That is why I have yet to try one of the pricey brands because I know I would end up liking them so much better! I guess I had better stick with the Monistat until I can afford to use the Smashbox continually!

 

[Hi Im Mandy]

I just ordered a sample of this a few minutes ago... I figure, what do I have to loose? /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I really hope it doesn't break me out though.. first here I am putting laxatives on my face (Phillips Milk of Magnesia for a makeup primer.. many people love it! haha) and NOW im going to be putting yeast infection stuff on my face! LOL... the things I go through to have good looking makeup.

 

[fiji]

I don't like Smashbox primer, but I do like the DHC velvet coat, and I can't afford it, so yeah, I'll be picking some up the next time I'm at watmart for sure.

 

[Lindsey2]

I have an extremely oily T-zone and have been looking forever for a product that would control the oil. Monistat works unbelievably well at oil-control for me. Usually, I'm using blotting paper an hour after applying my make-up. When I use Monistat as a primer, 4-5 hours later there is no oil visible on my face and when use the blotting paper, there is no oil to absorb.

I love Monistat for oil-control, but there is also a downside. After I've worn it for a day, it seems to dry out, redden and irritate my skin. I'm thinking about putting a lightweight moisturizer on, letting it dry and then applying the Monistat to see if that works better. It's strange to go from constantly fighting the oilies to applying a moisturizer before putting on the rest of my make-up. I hope it works because I LOVE being oil-free.

 

[Min]

Just an FYI its not the stuff for the infections its the anti chaffing gel. I didnt want you to buy the wrong thing /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[AquaBlu]

Actually I keep one of these tubes in my purse in case my shoes start hurting me. I guess I can trying using it on my face now hu? What does it do if your not wearing foundation, just smooth everything out?

 

[Lala7819]

Well, after seeing the beginning of this *very long* thread, and all the safety questions, I called and spoke to one of the nurses at the monistat company (I myself, am a nurse, so I wanted to ask the company before jumping in). The nurse sounded surprised, first she said 'that's not what it was formulated for.' and I was thinking *no shit, that's why I called* she asked if it's over or under foundation that people are using it, and said she'd have to ask one of the doctors there. She also suggested that whoever uses it consult their dermatologist and have them look at it, or at the very least, consult your doctor. She didn't get one of the doctors there on the phone for me, but she took my phone#, so I may receive some sort of embarrassing message from the monistat company at a later date. She also offered to send me some coupons as a thank you for calling, so I will probably be getting a sweet envelope emblazoned with monistat in huge lettering.

In my opinion, though the ingredients may be the same as some other primers, they may not have the same amounts, or methods of formulating the product, which could cause it to affect you in a different way. Best bet is to check with a doctor (if you are embarrassed about it, just think about it, it could be worse, you could be like me, with a company known for it's yeast infection treatments sending you mail and calling you in the future... talking to a doctor would be private enough... lol). or if not that, analyze the ingredients list a bot more in comparison... do both the chaffing gel and primer have ingredients listed in the same order (since the list goes from most used to least, it could make a difference.)... also, if the primer has an 'active ingredient' list (I doubt it does though), like the gel should, does it list the same ingredients there/same amounts?

I may try this just for kicks, but I don't want to risk health (it could be dangerous to use on eyes, or block pores/oil glands)

That's just my take on it, though.

-Laura

 

[MacForMe]

No- Monistat is the "brand".. they make yeast infection treatments. Now, they have a gel thats supposed to put a film over your skin to prevent chafing.. Its alot like SmashBox's primer.. at least the look and feel of it.

 

[cathyx2]

I see a dermatologist on a regular basis and have verrry oil skin w/ rosacea and my dermatologist recomended that I use antipersperant on my nose to control oil before makeup. It does work but in my opinion it does not give as good a finish as a primer. I'm thinking about combining it with a primer to see if that improves things a little.

 

[LVA]

I have smashbox and love it. I've also used monistat and although monistat does not compare to smashbox (monistat makes face "slippery" whereas smashbox creates a smooth canvas ) ... monistat does do a decent job for onli $6

 

[crucibelle]

The Monistat didn't work for me. It made me more oily and made my foundation look blotchy after a couple of hours. However, I might try it out again at some point, because I might have applied too much.

 

[emily_3383]

i have smashbox and i honestly dont see the difference when i do or dont wear it. Maybe i dont need it? idk

 

[Jinjer]

when i badly needed a primer i considered buying this but didn't...i'm glad i held out! I bought a full size Smash Box primer a few months later and don't regret it. Also i don't use it every day so it should last me a pretty long time

 

[SherryAnn]

I started to pick this up the other day but couldn't get past the idea of putting Monistat products on my face, so I put it back on the shelf. Maybe I'm nuts, but I just can't bring myself to do it. However, I have put preparation H under my eyes...so I obviously have issues that I need to work through and set myself straight!

 

[Gvieve]

i honestly dont see the difference when i do or dont wear it. Maybe i dont need it?

 

[newyorlatin]

Tip. Before applying the gel onto your face with the cap still in place mix the tube by skwishing it back and forth. I guess the word I could have used is squeeze. whatever. anyways, just mix it up w/ the cap on and this will eliminate any oily effects that some people experience. It's identical to smashbox primer minus a few inert ingredients

 

[emily_3383]

thanks for the tip!