It has hyaluronic acid (our fav) and lots of soothing and anti-redness ingredients.
However, this primer moisturizer combo really is lovely. Let’s be honest, most of Glossier’s products create a minimally visible impact. You are welcome.)īest for Insta Cool Minimalist Girls Glossier Priming Moisturizer $22
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Also, some of us (cough, cough), may use it in our professional makeup kits due to its ability to work for so many different skin types. (Also- it’s pronounced NIX- not n.y.x. If you don’t have any particular issues, but want a little pore smoothing and a little help making your makeup last, at a great price, this is an awesome start. It’s smooths over pores without clogging them, and its texture is more silky and less silicone-y than other primers. It’s lightweight and feels quite delicate on the skin (hence the name).
NYX Angel Veil is a classic for many reasons. If you wanna look naturally healthy and goddess-y, this is a great start.īest for Normal/Combo Skin * NYX Angel Veil $11 *VEGAN* Also, it’s SUPER hydrating and will make you feel plumped and gorgeous. The brightening effect is very glowy yet subtle, this product is ideal for when you’re feeling bleh (or hungover, no judgment). Yes, another Ole Banana Bright product (they’re great okay?) As with all products in this line, the vitamin C and Banana powder both work to brighten skin immediately and over time. *Affiliate links are marked with an asterisk*īest for Dark Spots and Bleh Skin * Ole Henriksen Banana Bright Primer: $45 *VEGAN* We will see ya next week to talk about foundation!) Now to decide which primer would be best for you, read on! Even if you have the most glowy, moisturized, even skin, you probably want your products to last longer! (Or if not, yeah you probably don’t need one. Such as texture, color correction, dullness, oil control, hydration, and longevity. Typically the questions and concerns are: Do I need one? Why do I need one? Which one do I need? Do they really even do anything? Also, WHAT EVEN IS A PRIMER?! (All valid questions, by the way) So what IS a primer (and why can’t you just use your moisturizer, right)?Ī primer is a specific product that prepares your skin for foundation by addressing additional concerns not covered by your moisturizer. Primers are known for being the most mystifying of makeup products to both novices and aficionados alike.