Water Based Face Primer

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Water-based face primers are a great way to prep your skin for makeup. They're also a good option for people with sensitive skin or those who don't want to use oil on their faces. Water-based face primers are easy to find and use, making them a great choice for beginners.

Benefit CosmeticsThe POREfessional Lite Water-Based Pore Primer

ITEM: 2519569

Size: 0.75 oz/ 22 mL

1K Reviews

$35.00

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Most of my favorite foundations are water based, so I’m always on the lookout for a good water based primer. ...Great water based primer...I really liked this primer. I’ve never been a fan of water based ones but this was nice.

What it is: An ultra-lightweight and breathable water-based face primer that blurs and refines the look of pores while ensuring a long-lasting, even makeup application.

Finish:
Natural

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Water 73%: Ultra lightweight and gentle on skin.
- Vitamin E Derivative: Provides antioxidant benefits.
- Glycerin: Contributes to smooth application.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance.

$38.00

must use with water based foundation...It is a water based primer so you have to use it with a water based foundation, like the Milk one. ...Holy grail primer!!...Keep in mind you do need to use water based face products since it’s a water based primer.

What it is: An award-winning longwear gel makeup primer that grips makeup for up to 12 hours and hydrates with hyaluronic acid and niacinamide for a dewy finish.


Finish: Radiant


Formulation: Lightweight, Gel


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, and Combination


Highlighted Ingredients:

- Blue Agave Extract: Grips makeup to prevent melting, fading, and caking.

- Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) : Boost hydration to visibly smooth uneven texture.

$42.00

I can barely use products made for sensitive skin such and water based products and all natural products. This is the first and only primer I have found that doesn’t burn, sting, or turn my face red. ...Very hydrating water based primer...I was unsure of this product when I received it in my play box because it is water based and my foundation is silicone based.

What it is: A replenishing face primer that hydrates, smooths, and brightens for a dewy, healthy-looking complexion.

Skin Type:
Normal, Dry, Combination

Concerns: Dryness

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Coconut Water: Hydrates skin.
- Probiotics: Boosts skin’s visible radiance and elasticity.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens. It is also vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.

LANEIGEGlowy Makeup Serum

ITEM: 2352441

Size: 1.0 oz/ 30 mL

749 Reviews

$32.00

It's super easy to apply, and only requires 1-2 drops at a time. It's water based, so it didn't leave my skin oily at all either. ...It would also be great for those who don't wear makeup, as it helps to balance water levels and boosts hydration.

What it is: A lightweight and hydrating Korean priming serum hybrid with Diamond Mineral Powder for visibly smooth and long-lasting makeup wear.


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily


Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Dullness, and Uneven Texture


Formulation: Serum


Highlighted Ingredients:

- Diamond Mineral Powder: Creates a visibly translucent glow and smooths skin’s appearance.

- Light Fit Prep Technology: Helps makeup last longer.

- Ceramide Hydration Gel: Delivers and locks in moisture for an oil-water balance.


Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens

ISAMAYAMicrobial Gel Face Prep Primer

ITEM: 2855682

Size: 1.75 oz / 52 mL - transparent

18 Reviews

$40.00

1 star off for the packaging issue (iykyk) INCREDIBLE primer. Fantastic base for makeup and I noticed it took away the majority of the redness in my face and I wasn’t expecting that at all. ...This is the first primer I’ve ever loved.

What it is: A feather-light hydrogel face primer that hydrates, soothes, and shields your skin from environmental agents.


Highlighted Ingredients: 
- Hyaluronic Acid Complex: Provides multi-layered hydration and elasticity.

- Prebiotics (Inulin & Alpha-Glucan): Nourish and support the skin's microbiota.

- Dermasooth Complex: Reduces redness and soothes irritation with natural extracts. 


Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.

$46.00

This primer is a perfect, simple, hydrating, water-based primer with no pore clogging ingredients and no fragrance. ...A nice lightweight water based primer . I tried the Laura Mercier pure Canvas Primer - Hydrating explicitly in order to review it.

What it is: A primer that smooths skin for even makeup application and visibly plumps the skin to improve the look of fine lines and wrinkles.

Finish:
Natural

Formulation:
Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Skin Perfecting Complex: Blend of rose extracts that work to moisturize, protect, and smooth skin.
- Minerals: Mineral-enriched water sourced from France known to decrease dullness.
- Glycerin: Attracts moisture to the skin for flawless makeup application.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent syn

$46.00

The first ingredient in this is water, I tried this with several foundations including my favorite water based foundation Lancome Teint de Idole. ...Ill be honest, it's just ok I was hoping for better makeup wear and it helps bit be sure to take into consideration your skin care underneath, it needs to be water-based and no cylicone in the skincare. No toner.

What it is: A primer that smooths skin for even makeup application and reduces the appearance of pores.

Finish:
Matte

Formulation:
Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Skin-Perfecting Complex: Blend of rose extracts that work to moisturize, protect, and smooth skin.
- Silica Beads: Instantly blurs and smooths the appearance of imperfections.
- Red Clover Flower Extract: Controls oil while actively decreasing appearance of pore size over time.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance.<

$46.00

It is a water based lightweight primer. It gives matte finish and is good for aging skin. ...This is water based and I was using silicone based concealer to account for the pilling.

What it is: A primer that smooths skin for even makeup application and improves skin's radiance.

Finish:
Radiant

Formulation:
Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Skin-Perfecting Complex: Blend of rose extracts that work to moisturize, protect, and smooth skin.
- Porcelain Flower: Promotes long-term radiance.
- Encapsulated Luminous Pearls: Provide light reflection on skin for natural radiance.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance.

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$38.00

This primer is amazing!!...I absolutely love this primer! It is a water based primer and I immediately feel the hydration on my skin. ...Water based primer only works with water based fou...If this isn't working for you it's because if is a WATER based primer - if you are trying it with founddarions that are not WATER BASED then it will seperate and look spotty.

What It Is: A silicone-free primer that preps the skin for long-lasting makeup, minimizes pores and creates a soft-focus, natural matte finish. 


Coverage: Light 


Finish: Matte 


Formulation: Liquid 


Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, talc, phthalates, and sulfates SLS & SLES. It is also cruelty-free.

$36.00

This primer gives me the perfect base, thank you riri...I love this primer it feels lightweight and refreshing. It feels like your rubbing water on your face that instead of doing nothing instantly hydrates your face.

What it is: A lightweight, hydrating makeup primer for normal to dry skin that nurtures, keeps skin comfortable all day, and extends foundation wear.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, and Combination

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Grape Seed Oil and Sodium Hyaluronate: Hydrate skin.

Ingredient Callouts:This product is cruelty-free.

What Else You Need to Know: This lightweight yet moisture rich face primer instantly hydrates skin, and keeps it hydrated all day and extends makeup wear. Formulated with grape seed oil and sodium hyaluronate, this fast-absorbing formula melts into skin, for a silky-smooth finish that normal to dry skin types will love.

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“This paired well, for me, with the Dior Forever Matte Foundation. I was without shine/oiliness longer than I expected”
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