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5 New Primers That Will Make Your Makeup Last Forever

These key products will lock down your look.
5 New Primers That Will Make Your Makeup Last Forever
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By Jennifer Ford · Updated December 6, 2020
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You wouldn’t apply paint to a wall without applying a primer first, so why would you skip the base coat before applying makeup?

A primer, whether hydrating, smoothing, mattifying, or pore minimizing, blurs out imperfections and ensures that your makeup stays put. And don’t we all wish we could have flawless coverage that lasts forever?

I thought so too, which is why I took the liberty of rounding up the best new primers for you. 

A few of our favorite beauty brands kicked the year off by launching innovative products that will improve your makeup’s staying power. Check out the game-changers below.

01
Bite Beauty Changemaker Skin-Optimizing Primer
This mattifying primer is formualted for normal to oily skin.
5 New Primers That Will Make Your Makeup Last Forever
Photo: Bite Beauty
available at Sephora $ 38 Shop Now
02
Neutrogena Shine Matte Booster Face Primer
This blurring primer is formulated for oily skin.
5 New Primers That Will Make Your Makeup Last Forever
Photo: Target
available at Target $15 Shop Now
03
NYX High Glass Face Primer
This hydrating and glow-enhancing primer is formulated for all skin types.
5 New Primers That Will Make Your Makeup Last Forever
Photo: NYX
available at NYX $17 Shop Now
04
Laura Mercier Pure Canvas Illuminating Primer
This illuminating primer powered by light-reflecting pearls if formulated for all skin types.
5 New Primers That Will Make Your Makeup Last Forever
Photo: Sephora
available at Sephora $38 Shop Now
05
LORAC Pro Skin Glass Primer
This glassy formula was made for glow-getters.
5 New Primers That Will Make Your Makeup Last Forever
Photo: Lorac
available at Lorac Shop Now
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