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6 Smoothing Primers to Even Out Your Skin Tone and Texture
November 02, 2023
Smoothing primers are a must-try if you’re looking to minimize the appearance of uneven skin tone and texture. These silky formulas work to soften the skin, blur fine lines and minimize acne scars, pimples or dry skin. If you deal with combination, acne-prone or sensitive skin, a smoothing primer can really change the way your makeup looks and wears. Ahead, we’ve rounded up the best smoothing primers to help even out your complexion and prep your skin for flawless makeup application.
6 Editor-Approved Smoothing Primers
NYX Professional Makeup Pore Filler Targeted Stick
Visible pores are no match for this pore filler stick from NYX Professional Makeup. The stick format makes this primer perfect for mess-free, on-the-go application, so you can touch up your makeup throughout the day. It has the prettiest soft-focus blurred finish.
L’Oréal Paris Prime Lab Up to 24H Pore Minimizer
Not only does this silky smooth primer instantly reduce the appearance of pores, but it extends makeup wear for up to 24 hours. Formulated with an exfoliating AHA + LHA + BHA complex, this primer also has skincare benefits, helping to improve skin texture over time.
YSL Beauty Nu Blotting Lotion
Got oily skin? Start your makeup routine with the YSL Beauty Nu Blotting Lotion. Enriched with salicylic acid, the breathable gel formula mattifies your complexion and minimizes the appearance of pores without leaving your skin feeling dried out.
Maybelline New York Fit Me Matte+ Poreless Primer
Give your makeup a blurred, airbrushed finish by prepping with the Maybelline New York Fit Me Matte+ Poreless Primer. Bonus: This primer has an SPF of 20 to protect your skin from damage from the sun’s rays.
e.l.f. Cosmetics Poreless Putty Primer
The e.l.f. Cosmetics Poreless Putty Primer instantly melts into the skin and is infused with squalane to help keep your skin hydrated and smooth throughout the day.
Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Primer
The Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Primer is the key to getting smoother, more hydrated skin under your makeup. Infused with hyaluronic acid, it grips makeup and keeps dry skin feeling hydrated for up to 12 hours. You’ll adore the refreshing gel formula.
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