WHICH TYPE IS RIGHT FOR ME?

MATTIFYING FACE PRIMER

If you have oily skin, a mattifying primer will be your go-to to prolong the wear of your foundation. Look for a silicone-based one as it creates the perfect barrier between your skin and makeup, and has the added benefit of blurring and smoothing pores.

HYDRATING FACE PRIMER

Hydrating primers are ideal for dry skin, especially those that come with skincare ingredients like hyaluronic acid. Avoid using a silicone-based primer if you’re this skin type, though, as it could “pill” over dry skin.

COLOUR-CORRECTING PRIMERS

The colour of these primers is designed to counteract underlying skin tones. For instance, green primers are used to correct redness, while blue primers offset sallow tones.

BLURRING PRIMER

These primers are less about mattifying and more about smoothing, which is ideal for mature skin types to diminish the look of fine lines.

EYESHADOW PRIMER

Eyeshadow is notorious for wearing off by midday and it seldom stays in place on humid days. A simple primer can fix all of that, plus it helps with your eyeliner as well. Eye primers can also colour-correct the eyelid before makeup application for major pigment payoff.

MASCARA PRIMER

If you have trouble with your lashes holding a curl, try a mascara primer. They’re also often made with nourishing ingredients that condition the lashes, adding additional volume and length.

LIP PRIMER

Not everyone will need a lip primer, but if you like to play up your pout and want all-day colour, it’s advisable. It can keep your lipstick from bleeding and create a smooth surface that will hold the colour longer.