I will be the first to admit to you that I am a drugstore beauty junkie. Few things make me happier than perusing the beauty aisles at Target, CVS, Walgreens,& Ulta (note: there’s a slight markup with drugstore brands at Ulta BUT they usually carry the products/colors that are hard to find or only available online so it evens out). Even Beauty Supply Stores. Seriously, I can spend hours holding up products, comparing packaging, and testing colors (when I can). In a perfect world I’d wear higher end all the time, but in reality, before I spend money on Chanel, Urban Decay, Nars & Bobbi Brown (I own products from all lines) I like to test out colors and formulas to get a general sense of what will work on me and then I’ll make the upgrade if needed. I say of that to say: I’ve tried a LOT of products. And I’ve learned that higher end doesn’t always mean higher quality. There are a few gems sprinkled about in them there aisles, and a few weeks ago I found one. N.Y.C. Cosmetics Smooth Skin Perfecting Primer has been in my makeup bag lately and I really like it. I can’t find my Smashbox Primer but didn’t want to spend a ton on new product (it’s mixed up in my makeup case some where) so I picked this up and was pleasantly surprised. It’s hydrating yet extremely lightweight, and because it has tiny light reflecting particles in it, it makes skin appear a little brighter once it’s soaked in. The formula isn’t mattifying, however, whether I wear it under powder or liquid foundation, my T-zone shine is kept to a minimum. Whenever I wear foundation alone, I’m usually patting my face down after about 4 hours but I hadn’t had to do it with this. Coolest thing? It’s only $4! TIP: Have a light hand when applying this primer. It’s thin (basically like a facial moisturizer) and because of the light reflecting particles, you can run the risk of looking like a disco ball if you put on too much. All it takes is a pea-sized amount, and you can apply it with your hand or a foundation brush. Also, wait 3-5 minutes before you apply your foundation/power. You have to let primer set in order for it to work correctly. No rush! Monet Mazur Curates Back to School Collection with OpenSky, Talks Fashion with KP Fusion Product Review | Whipped. Body Butter