5 Serums That’ll Help Prep Your Skin for Makeup

Garnier Green Labs Pinea-C Brightening Serum Cream with SPF 30

This multi-tasking formula is a serum, moisturizer and sunscreen in one, so you can get to your makeup faster. It contains pineapple and vitamin C to brighten and even out your complexion, and it absorbs quickly, giving you a smooth canvas to work with.

IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Pores Glycolic Acid Serum

Formulated with 10% glycolic acid, this mildly exfoliating, non-comedogenic serum targets enlarged pores and uneven skin texture. It also contains hyaluronic acid to help draw moisture into the skin.

Lancôme Advanced Génifique Face Serum

Help reduce the look of fine lines, wrinkles and texture with this potent serum. It contains bifidus prebiotic and vitamin C to defend against environmental stressors, not to mention hyaluronic acid and ceramides to help repair the skin’s moisture barrier.

Kiehl’s Vital Skin-Strengthening Hyaluronic Acid Super Serum

When your skin is dry or dehydrated, you may notice that your foundation looks flaky or uneven. Keep your skin hydrated morning to night with a hyaluronic acid serum. This one also contains an adaptogenic herbal complex to improve skin texture.

Rosen Skincare Paloma Serum

If texture or dark spots are at the top of your skin-concern list, check out this glycolic acid serum from Rosen Skincare. It gently removes dead skin cells and minimizes the appearance of acne scars. Just be sure to top it with a moisturizer and a sunscreen before you move on to makeup.