Powder primers are a great way to add a little extra protection to your face. They're also convenient as they are easy to use. If you're looking for a powder primer, here are some of the best options on the market today.
Size: 1.7 oz/ 50 mL·ITEM: 2097657
Color: Radiant Pink
$63.00
I did give it 3 stars for it's primer capabilities....Wearing this is better than no primer, but it doesn’t work as a primer very well.
What it is:
A makeup primer that's specifically beneficial for oily and combination skin types.
What it does:
A silky gel emulsion, rich in natural ingredients, Prep + Prime Natural Radiance hydrates and primes to improve foundation or powder application, control oil, and promote smooth texture. Vitamins E and C protect with antioxidants, while caffeine calms skin. Illuminating pearl powders reflect optic radiance. The formula disappears upon application, resulting in a beautiful glow. The formula controls shine, provides long-term hydration, and improves radiance while smoothing and softening the look of skin.
What else you need to know:
This product is silicone-free.
Size: 0.63 oz / 18 g·ITEM: 2836708
Color: Universal Radiant - colorless/translucent with soft gold pearl
$52.50
Best for combo to oily skin—dry skin might need extra hydration underneath. Feels like a primer, tint, and powder in one....The Danessa Myricks blurring balm powder universal primer truly lives up to its name.
What it is: An award-winning, visibly balancing balm-to-powder primer for a smooth, refined finish and all-day absorption of sweat and oil.
Coverage: Light
Finish: Matte, Radiant
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Upsalite: Absorbs excess sebum and sweat without depleting skin's hydration.
- Olive-Derived Squalane: Visibly balances oily skin and diminishes signs of aging.
- Hyaluronic Acid: Hydrates.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan,
Size: 0.5 oz / 15 ml·ITEM: 2424760
Color: Shine Control
$34.00
So my t-zone is an oilfield. No matter what primers, powders, or setting sprays I use, by noon I need serious blotting. ...I’ve tried so many, and now I’m so glad I’ve found this to replace it! This primer mattifies on contact, and together with setting powder and setting spray, keeps my forehead from becoming an oil slick.
What it is: A mattifying makeup primer that absorbs oil to control shine, delivers a blurred, velvety finish, and extends makeup wear.
Finish: Natural
Skin Type: Normal, Oily, and Combination
Concerns: Oil
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Ginseng: Known to protect, promote radiant-looking skin, and maintain a smooth complexion.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan and cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: Achieve a blurred, matte complexion for up to 20 hours with the Mini Step 1 Primer Shine Control. This comfortable formula is made with mineral clay powder, absorbs oil, and controls shine while extending the wear of makeup.
Size: 1 oz / 30 ml·ITEM: 2424679
Color: Shine Control - for oily, normal, combination skin
$57.00
one of the best primers i have tried!...Step 1 Primers...first impressions, this is a good primer and this really works,It did everything it was supposed to and more but i for my type of skin i dont think it was that good, but i will keep using this primer to try better ways of using this, this primer will definitely works on my mothers skin!!
What it is: A mattifying makeup primer that absorbs oil to control shine, delivers a blurred, velvety finish, and extends makeup wear.
Finish: Natural
Skin Type: Normal, Oily, and Combination
Concerns: Oil
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Ginseng: Known to protect, promote radiant-looking skin, and maintain a smooth complexion.
What Else You Need to Know: Achieve a blurred, matte complexion for up to 20 hours with the Step 1 Primer Shine Control. This comfortable formula is made with mineral clay powder, absorbs oil, and controls shine while extending the wear of makeup.
$55.00
My review may be biased but I am firm believer that good skin care makes most primers unnecessary. I didn’t see a big difference but I couldn’t resist the urge to try the foundation without the matching primer. ...I absolutely notice a difference in the way my makeup looks and how long it wears if I don’t use this primer. I have tried other primers, but always come come back to PM....My favorite primer
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.
$49.00
One of my all time favourite primers. Does an amazing job controlling shine/oil and extends makeup wear. ...I still had to blot and powder as per usual for my rather oily complexion.
What it is: An ultimate sidekick for MAC Cosmetics’ number-one foundation. Start your customized complexion routine with this must-have mattifying base.
Finish: Matte
Skin Type: Normal, Oily, Combination
Concerns: Oil
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, and triclosan.
What Else You Need to Know: Achieve complexion perfection with this matte primer that delivers an all-day reduction in the appearance of pores, controls oil and shine, improves the wear of foundation for up to 12 hours, and promises a visible improvement in skin texture for up to six hours.
$75.00
Favorite Primer...I've been using this primer for over a year. It's pricey but it works the best out of all the primers I have tried. ...I have tried Selena Gomez primer and many Make Up Forever primers but this one is hands down the best for staying and blurring power.
What it is: A clear primer gel that smooths skin and pores so your makeup lasts, while vitamins A and E protect your skin.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, phthalates, and contains less than one percent of synthetic fragrances. This product is also vegan and cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: Reduce the appearance of fine lines and pores while locking in your makeup with this primer. Lightweight and oil-free, it gives you a flawless finish, while antioxidants and vitamins A and E help protect your skin from pollutants, damage, and stress.
Clinical Results: In a consumer study on 103 women after 1 week of use:
- 93% said they saw blurred imperfections
- 93% said they saw smoother skin<
$99.00
I use this primer under all different types of makeup (liquid and powder and other brands besides Guerlain). ...I bought it with the Highlighting Powder Pearls and Aqua Nude in the same brand. Highly recommend the product line.
What it is:
A color-correcting and radiance-boosting primer.
What it does:
Météorites Primer smooths and color-corrects your skin tone for a radiant complexion. Infused with a delicate violet scent, it’s formulated with Guerlain’s signature Stardust Technology: a unique complex encapsulating a celestial powder that transforms light invisible to the naked eye into visible and soft-focus perfecting light to blur imperfections and provide exceptional radiance.
$33.00
I have textured skin and this primer instantly smoothed it and lasted the whole day!!...I love this primer! I go through phases of liking/hating primers but wanted to try this for my pores and it definitely helps to minimize them, like a lot!
What it is: A perfecting primer that smooths the complexion, absorbs shine, and delivers a blurred, airbrushed finish while extending makeup wear.
Skin Type: Normal, Oily, Combination
Concerns: Oil, Pores
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, and sulfates SLS & SLES. It is also vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: Formulated with innovative micro-spherical powders, this multipurpose primer visibly blurs imperfections, minimizes pores and fine lines, and absorbs excess oil for a skin-perfecting finish in no time.
Clinical Results: In a consumer test on 31 participants:
- 96% said oil was absorbed all day
- 96% said skin instantly looked m
$69.00
Best Primer for concealing! No Concealer needed!...This primer is worth trying if you love the Dior Foundation!...LOVE this primer as a foundation! It has just enough blur and tint on my pale skin to cover pores before I throw my trusty SPF (SkinCeuticals matte) over it and dust come Gucci powder on the top.
What it is: A radiant foundation primer that delivers up to 24 hours of hydration, enhances makeup, and leaves skin looking luminous.
Finish: Radiant
Formulation: Liquid
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Iris Extract: Brings comfort to the skin.
- Red Hibiscus Extract: Known for illuminating properties.
- Natural-Origin Hyaluronic Acid: Contains hydrating and plumping properties.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also gluten-free.
What Else You Need to Know: The Dior For
