When you’ve spent time applying your make-up just so, wouldn’t you quite like it if it stuck around all day? That’s virtually impossible without using the best primer. However, this often overlooked step does more than just keep your make-up in place.
Why are primers such an essential step?
The best primers are now able to soak up excess oil and blur imperfections. They’re able to camouflage the appearance of large pores and smooth out bumpy skin. If you suffer from redness, there’s a primer that neutralises it. There are now some formulations that even protect your skin from the sun’s rays.
If your only experience of primers are heavy silicone-based formulas that cause irritating pilling, then it’s time to become reacquainted. These days the best primer is one that has skincare benefits that look after your complexion. Whilst simultaneously helping your best foundation stay put for longer. Ingredients like hyaluronic acid, vitamin B3 and witch hazel extract are now common in modern day primers. So you can forget that feeling of a thick layer of something on top of your skin.
‘Primers are an essential part of my personal make-up routine and a must have in my make-up kit, as they are the first step to a flawless base!,’ says pro make-up artist Cher Webb. ‘They are a game-changing product, working in harmony with your skin and foundation, merging and blending for a seamless complexion.
‘Primers are designed to adhere to your foundation and can provide amazing results when using the appropriate primer for your skin type. They act as an instant filter by reducing the appearance of redness, and adding instant radiance and glow while blurring imperfections.’
We’ve done our research and tried and tested as many of the best primers on the market and this is our edit of the best 14.
