The best face primers 2019: here is our top 5
Beauty guru, make-up artist, expert beauty addicted, they all agree: without the primer it is impossible to get a professional make-up. If you have never used one, discover the benefits of this magical product, how to apply it, where to buy it and what are the best brands around.
Finally you will have a make-up worthy of a star, perfect all day long, without constant touch-ups!
We have selected 5 primers from the favorite brands of professionals and beauty lovers, different in finish and price range, but all very effective. Ready to find yours?
Why use a primer?
We know it well: after a few hours from application, the make-up base seems practically dissolved in thin air. Goodbye uniform complexion, visible pores, wrinkles and imperfections in evidence. In short: everything needs to be redone!
The reason it happens is that during the day, our skin absorbs foundation ingredients such as talc or color pigments. At the same time, it produces sebum on which the remaining makeup particles literally slide, which is why that unpleasant cast effect.
And this is exactly where the primer comes into play. Applied to the skin before the make-up base, it ensures that make-up lasts longer.
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Remember, before applying any product on the face, to keep the skin clean and hydrated!
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The primer is mainly composed of silicones, which create a film on the skin, without sealing the pores.A barrier between the skin and the makeup that prevents the foundation from being absorbed too quickly. At the same time, the skin is visibly even and smooth.
Smooth surface and optical correction: these are the conditions that the primer guarantees for the right makeup application.
In addition to silicones and adjuvants, some primers also contain pigments that correct the natural tone of the skin. Green neutralizes redness, pink leaves the complexion fresher, sparkling particles make the complexion shine.
The specific primers for oily skin contain mattifying substances that slow down the skin's shine. The anti-aging primer gives extra hydration. In any case: like the foundation, the primer must also be chosen according to the type of skin.
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How to apply it correctly
Use a light moisturizer and let it absorb well.
Then apply the primer sparingly to all the points where you will apply the foundation and concealer
You will immediately notice that the makeup will seem better distributed and the result visibly more uniform.
Primer Test 2019: here are our favorites
We tested the most popular primers from the cheapest to the most expensive ones. What products make the skin flawless? With which primer does the make-up last all day? And are expensive primers always the best? In the Primer Test 2019 we show you which products convinced us.
Against redness: Infaillible Anti Redness Primer by L "Oréal Paris
L "Oréal Paris' Infaillible Anti Redness Primer is, as the name suggests, suitable for those struggling with redness and cuperose. Thanks to its neutralizing effect, it visually compensates for red spots or small veins around the nose and ensures a more even base before applying the foundation.
You can buy the anti-redness primer from L "Oréal Paris on Amazon for € 10.90
For more visible enlarged pores: The POREfessional Primer by Benefit
If you want to optically reduce pores, you will find your best ally in Benefit's POREfessional oil-free primer. The primer is perfect for reducing the most evident pores and is particularly suitable for oily skin but we do not recommend its use if you have dry skin, being very mattifying it would risk further drying the skin of the face!
You can buy the Benefit primer on Amazon for € 19
For dry skin: Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer
Smashbox's Photo Finish Foundation Primer is the right choice if your skin suffers from dryness and irritation, however you shouldn't do without a good moisturizer. If you like natural and discreet makeup, this primer is the right choice. The liquid primer, despite a bluish color, but is completely invisible on the skin. It is very effective, easy to apply and absorb.
You can buy Smashbox primer for 49 €
For more glow: Becca's Backlight Priming Filter
Do you want a brighter complexion but without the risk of looking greasy after a few hours? Becca's primer, then, is perfect for you. True, it's not cheap, but 95 reviews on Amazon give it a whopping 4.3 out of 5 stars, users say it's money well spent!
Also, like many high quality products, a very small amount of product is enough to achieve the desired effect, which makes the product last longer.
You can buy Becca's primer on Amazon for € 51.99
High protection: Skin Perfection Primer by Dermalogica
The delicate Skin Perfection primer by Dermalogica is distinguished above all by the sun protection factor 30 and the scent of lavender. Its effect is noticeable only after a few hours: the skin looks more rested and fresh. Perfect for more mature skin or for those with very fair complexions.
You can buy the Dermalogica primer on Amazon for € 55.92
