Whether you’re creating a no-makeup makeup look or going full glam, a great face primer is key. However, the type of primer you should use depends on your skin type and what finish you hope to achieve. For example, a hydrating shimmer-based primer is an excellent option for a dewy, luminous look. If you want to minimise the look of your pores and obtain a long-lasting finish, global lead pro makeup artist for Smashbox Cosmetics Lori Taylor Davis recommends a long-wearing, oil-absorbing formula above all others.

When selecting the best pore-minimising primers for your skin, Davis recommends oil-free cream-to-powder formulas that offer at least eight hours of makeup control with noncomedogenic silica.

However, while the primer you choose can certainly help minimise your pores, Shenelle Mays-Smith, a licensed aesthetician and film and TV makeup artist, notes skincare is the first step to minimising the look of your pores. “One great way to minimise the look of enlarged pores is to use a product with AHAs and BHAs,” she tells us, adding that these acids have what she calls “a retexturing effect” on the skin. She also recommends willow bark extract, a natural form of salicylic acid, as it helps keep your skin from becoming inflamed. If you’re prone to breakouts and looking for pore minimisation, many primers (including a couple on our list) are infused with this powerhouse ingredient, so you get skincare and prep in one step.



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