If your base makeup seems to evaporate into thin air, you probably need a primer.
Not just any primer, but one targeted for oily skin types.
Why use a primer?
Primers have countless benefits from makeup longevity tosmoothing enlarged poresand beyond.
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Theres also an environmental concern here because many silicones do not break down easily in water.
It goes down the drain and begins tobioaccumulate in our water supply1.
At the end of the day, its a personal choice.
I have never seen my makeup stay in place as it does with this primer.
Mattifying power: 4
This one cuts shine immediately but never robs your skin of healthy-looking moisture.
It can even be used on dry skin, making it super versatile.
If thats not a sign that it doesnt move, I dont know what is.
Acne-safe:5
This product does not contain pore-clogging ingredients.
It almost feels like applying a hyaluronic acid serum because of that gel-like, bouncy consistency.
It blurs my skin and leaves it feeling and looking noticeably softer.
If you have a photo shoot coming up, this wont do you wrong.
The formula blurs and mattifies but in a gentler way than many other primers.
It doesnt suck the oil from your skin leaving it rough, but rather smoothes the surface.
This may have been due to a strange reaction my concealer had with the silicone-based primer.
Acne-safe: 3
This product does contain talc which has been classified as a pore-clogging ingredient.
Texture: 5
The texture is super smooth and feels incredibly soft going on the skin.
It has never caused pilling for me and washes off with ease.
It features a very impressive sebum control complex that helps prevent oil from dissolving your makeup, Schneider explains.
This provides a satin-like finish that mattifies oily areas without drying out the rest of the face.
I especially love the Skin Save complex that works to calm the complexion and dial down redness.
This one passes the noncomedogenic test.
It truly does create a seamless, mattified finish in just one swipe.
This one does come with a light orange fragrance, so keep that in mind when making your decision.
Mattifying power: 5
When I apply this primer my complexion is mattified instantly.
Some products take a minute to really settle in, but this one works in seconds.
This one holds onto makeup quite well for being a creamy formula.
It does contain silicones which explains part of the smoothing power, but not everyone loves that addition.
This formula does contain sorbitan oleate which has been known to clog pores.
I personally really enjoyed the texture of this primer, especially how it felt on the skin.
Its creamy and smooth but also breathable.
For those who want to preserve the glow, Id highly recommend picking up this primer.
Anyone with combination skin will adore the rare middle ground this product offers.
The gel cream holds onto my makeup and keeps my T-zone managed throughout the day.
Its not tacky enough to deliver the strong hold needed for an event or super sweaty day, though.
I love the texture of this productits smooth and hydrating but never too heavy.
Id say it feels more like a serum and less like a makeup product.
Trust me, this is quite the high-performer, says Schneider.
This one has long-lasting oil control, but not necessarily the highest mattifying power compared to other options.
As I mentioned, this primer helped my makeup last all day long.
It also contains silicones.
This one does not contain any pore-clogging ingredients but does contain silicones.
The formula does have buchu leaf extract, which is lauded for balancing sebum levels, Schneider reports.
The skin care meets makeup gel is packed with hydrating ingredients that simultaneously balance oily skin.
What itdoesdo is balance oily skin and add a glow that looks more radiant than oily.
Dewy skin is a finish even those with oily skin types may want to achieve in moderation.
The ingredients in this formula are focused on hydration, smoothing texture, and providing antioxidant protection.
Ill note that plenty of reviewers enjoy the roller function, so take this as just one personal preference.
Below, the different functional components to seek out from Marcus.
The takeaway
After testing countless primers Ive landed on a few outstanding picks.
Remember to check the compatibility of your primer and foundation to avoid pilling and flaking.
