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

[Ophiomancer]

I've been giving this stuff a try these past few day under my MMU. I have combination skin with an oily T-zone, and I'm quite acne-prone. So far it hasn't cause me to break out at all, and in fact I think my skin may be doing better with it than without, because my makeup isn't sinking into my pores and clogging them. I also have large pores and acne scars, and this minimizes the appearance of both. Overall, I am very pleased. Maybe I'll buy some expensive primer one month when I feel especially rich to compare it to, but for now I am very happy to stick with the Monistat.

 

[Johnnie]

Hmm....very interesting. I've never once used a primer but I think I'll give it a try. I'm just hoping it doesn't get sleek or greasy as the day wears on.

 

[Heuchera]

Add me to the list of happy Monistat gel users. I had never used a primer until I received a small sample of the Smashbox primer with one of my mineral makeup orders. I wondered why everyone raved about primers and, after trying it, I quickly found out why. It really does smooth everything out and it greatly helped to "fill in" the pores on my nose and chin.

When I read about the Monistat gel, I scoured local drugstores until I could find some, brought it home and tried it out. I have to say that I can find no difference between the Monistat and Smashbox. In fact, I like it even better. And, of course, you can't beat the price. While in the Stop & Shop grocer today, I discovered a cache and they had it marked down to half price.

One thing that may be confusing is that it is labeled as "Chafing Relief Powder-Gel." When I first saw it I wondered whether it would turn to powder when it dries, but, of course, it doesn't.

So, don't hesitate to try it. It works great and the price is right!

 

[jinaz]

Wow, who would've thought? lol!!

 

[afrillisdark]

my cousin works at a cosmetic and derma and hair care reasearch lab. its where companies give ideas to labs for them to make products. and she made me a primer for me it was silicone gel and like vitamin C. thats my primer for my eyes and my face and lips. for everything... and also when i want to apply shadow/glitter wet i use that to mix wit it.. i guess silicone is a good base for primer. because if you read lubricants that are silicone they are highly recomended because it is not oil based and it wont disinegrate condoms. so im guessing those silicon based primers are good. and on top of that they make your skin feel silky and nice like a baby =D. the monstat stiff has silica in it, thats what makes it have a powdery feeling. its not that its powder its the silicone. but i'd rather use the stuff my cuzin makes me..

 

[laurie_lu]

I just picked up some of the Monistat anti-chafing gel while I was at Walmart this morning. I may try it out later today.

 

[boopie]

Has anyone used Diva Defense Primer from Coastal Scents? You can get a 1/2 tsp. sample for $2; is that alot?

 

[JAMU_08]

I use this and it is just as good if not better than Smashbox Photo Finish. Same ingredients, cheaper price and works......

 

[laurie_lu]

Well I'm not sure what to think of this stuff. I wore it for 16 hours today. I do think my mineral foundation looked fresh longer than without using the Monistat.

But I sorta had this feeling that my foundation was just sitting on top of the Monistat and not really adhearing to my skin. Technically I guess that's what it's exactly doing by creating a protective barrier with the silicone. I was afraid to let anything rub against my face because it felt like it could have been easily wiped off.

I am experiencing some bumps on my lower face but that could be due to the EDM MMU in Intensive formula I'm testing. I'll give this another try tomorrow.

 

[miss_fia]

I use it and works as good as smashbox's. It goes on very soft and silky and it doesn't feel to greasy. i have dry skin so i don't have much problems with oiliness and i haven't had any breakouts from it yet. I've been using it for half a year now. You should definitely try it.

 

[suzukigrrl]

I have oily skin, acne-prone and tend to be sensitive to some ingredients. The anti-chafing gel works wonders for me! It felt so smooth going on, it filled in my pores, and got rid of the appearance of oilyiness. My skin looked so flawless. I think I can probably use a lighter weight foundation with this stuff. I haven't tried it with mineral makeup yet, but I do agree with the other women that it feels like the makeup is floating above the skin rather than sinking in.

 

[cherokee_gurl]

Okay, I broke down and bought some of this stuff. I'm completely sold and I absolutely love this stuff!!! My foundation glides on so smooth and my face doesn't get as oily throughout the day. This is a keeper for me!!! Thanks to whomever recommended this. I love, love, love it..........

 

[ColdDayInHell]

Welcome to the club! I've used it for more than a year and I can't live without it! /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[demanda]

I just found this on amazon for 5.95 per tube, with free shipping. I bought 4!

Amazon.com: Soothing Care Chafing Relief Unscented: Health & Personal Care

While I was looking for that, I came across this article online that explains really well why this works so great:

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[wvpumpkin]

about how much of this each time do you ladies use on the entire face?

 

[suzukigrrl]

I tried it with Meow mineral foundation, NO GOOD!! Shortly after applying the mineral foundation I noticed spots of dry flaky skin. I don't normally have dry skin, but something about the combination of Meow minerals and Anti-chafing Gel really emphasized little dry flaky spots.

 

[love2482]

I want to try this, but I would be kind of embarassed to buy "anti-chaffing gel". Hehe.

 

[laurie_lu]

What's embarrasing about having chafed skin under your arm or under your bra strap?? This Monistat Anti Chafing gel has nothing to do with the vagina nor does it even go near there.

 

[ColdDayInHell]

I probably use about 1/16th of a teaspoon or less for my whole face. The trick is to squeeze out a tiny amount on your fingers and smooth it out on your face with your fingers, spreading it as thinly as you can. If needed, apply another thin layer in the same manner till you've got the whole face covered evenly.

Also, make sure your face and your hands are not wet when you're working with silicones. If it's humid and sweaty, just pat your face dry before applying the gel. Silicones repel water so the primer won't stick to your damp face and will end up balling up and flaking off.

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That's right! I like to put it on the friction-prone areas of my feet when I'm wearing shoes that give me blisters. The gel really helps with reducing friction and forming a smooth protective layer on my feet. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[missxstephaniex]

HAHAHAH I ran out the other day and had some of those in the back of my beauty drawer lol....so guess what I used it!

I mean it smelled the same lol. But it did make my face not feel as tight and was real smooth lol.

this primer idea sounds so gross but I'm gonna try it!

I think so my bf (that lives w/ me and is fascinated with watching me put makeup one) won't think i'm creepy I'll put it in a diff jar too lol:laughing: