Face primer is something that many people who wear makeup forgo because of the extra step, not sure what it’s for, or how to use it. If you’ve been skipping this step, this article will clear up some confusion and probably have you start wearing a primer.

What Is A Primer?

You’ve all heard of paint primer which is applied before the paint, right? Well, a face primer is similar. It’s applied to your face before foundation and any other makeup. It prepares the skin and gives the foundation something to hold on to.

Benefits of Primer

Originally, primers were mainly for smoother and longer lasting makeup. Nowadays, certain primers do more than that, which are mentioned below.

Longer lasting makeup - If you’ve noticed during midday that your makeup doesn’t look like what it did when you left the house, using a primer will help with the staying power of your makeup.

Smoothes the skin - Primers allows for foundation to go on smoother and evenly by reducing the appearance of pores.

Illuminates the skin - Some primers are formulated to give your skin radiance and a shimmering effect.

Reduces shine - A oil control primer helps to minimize shine and control sebum.

Corrects skin discoloration - Color correcting primers are tinted to neutralize redness or any other discoloration.

Here are some makeup primers to try.

Thalgo Perfect Glow Primer

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Eminence Lilikoi Light Defense Face Primer SPF 23

Rhonda Allison Peptide Primer Collagen Stimulator 

Murad Invisiblur Perfecting Shield SPF 30 | PA+++