6 primers to help you get that flawless finish
Prep and prime.
Starting with the right base is key to any makeup routine.
To help you on your way, we’ve tried and tested primers that hydrate, colour correct and nourish.
Product: Napoleon Perdis Auto Pilot Calming Skin Primer
From: Napoleon Perdis
Price: $45
As someone who suffers from a bit of redness, this green-based primer worked like a gem. The lightweight formula absorbed almost instantly, kept my foundation in place and didn’t dry out during the day.
Rating: ♥︎♥︎♥︎♥︎♥︎
Product: Time to Prime Face Primer
From: Sportsgirl
Price: $12.95
For a cheaper option, this product shapes up very well. With good staying power and a luminous base, the downside is it’s a little greasy. But beware, the glowing look comes from a super shimmery base. If glitter isn’t your thing, steer clear or pair with a very matte foundation.
Rating: ♥︎♥︎♥︎1/2
Product: Dermalogica Skinperfect Primer
From: Dermalogica
Price: $73.95
This primer feels like actual silk on your skin, and the silky smooth feel stays with you well after you put your foundation on. More like a tinted moisturiser with priming powers, it could easily be worn on its own. With extra goodies including SPF30 and anti-ageing properties, this one ticks all the boxes.
Rating: ♥︎♥︎♥︎♥︎♥︎
Product: Stila One Step Prime
From: Mecca
Price: $52
Having already built a cult following for its One Step Correct formula, I had high expectations. Thankfully it didn’t disappoint. The primer is thin and quick-drying, and despite the nourishing formula, actually helps curb that end-of-day oil build-up. This is perfect for anyone who wants a no-fuss makeup base.
Rating: ♥︎♥︎♥︎♥︎1/2
Product: Laura Mercier Radiance Foundation Primer
From: David Jones
Price: $50
This primer has a slightly pearlescent tint, helping to minimise imperfections and the appearance of pores. It also creates a radiant glow that’s not excessively shiny. I used this alongside Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturiser, and it worked a treat at keeping my makeup in place all day.
Rating: ♥︎♥︎♥︎♥︎♥︎
Product: Napoleon Perdis Auto Pilot Radiance Boosting Primer
From: Napoleon Perdis
Price: $55
This primer glided across my skin like butter and left the surface feeling silky smooth. Its luminous quality gave my skin a soft glow, which was still visible after applying foundation. As it’s lightweight, it’s perfect for quick, everyday makeup and is super easy to apply.
Rating: ♥︎♥︎♥︎♥︎♥︎
This article was originally published in Fashion Journal issue 170. You can read it here.
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