Gross! TikToker uses butter as makeup primer: Here's why you should NEVER do it

While some TikTok hacks are life-changing, others are simply useless. Remember, those lip-plumping hacks that never work or the 5-minute Crafts videos with too many jump-cuts that don't make your life any easier. And, when it comes to makeup, you should always be sceptical about what you see on the screen because most makeup hacks are just too gimmicky to be true.

Recently, TikToker Aaliyah Jamil claimed to have found the best dupe for a makeup primer. She revealed that she uses butter or a butter spreadbefore applying the foundation. She claims that using butter instead of a primer has changed her makeup game. "It gives a dewy finish, helps contour glide on the skin and feels luxe on the skin," claimsJamil.

But can you really use butter as a primer? Is it safe? And, does it give good results? Well, the simple answer is no! And, there are several reasons for the same!

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First and foremost, it's just gross to apply butter on your face. The smell, the texture and the colour will definitely gross you out. It will feel heavy and sticky on your skin and will be difficult to wash out.

Secondly, butter has food preservatives, emulsifiers, salt and several other ingredients that are not skin-safe. It can clog poresand cause breakouts and irritation.

Now coming to the results, your foundation base may look patchy if you use butter as a primer. The makeup products that you apply on your skin may also fade away quickly or transfer to your clothes.

You can, however, use butter as a makeup remover. It will work as a cleansing cream on your skin and will help you get rid of waterproof mascara, matte lipsticks and dark eyeshadows.

If you do not wish to use a primer or you don't have one, you can use aloe vera gel or moisturiser as a primer. You can also apply coconut oil to your face to get a dewy finish. But butter, I would advise you to stay away from it.