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NYX Professional Makeup Plump Right Back Primer + Serum
Plump, refreshed skin is just one pump away with this supercharged primer. Formulated with a special mix of five electrolytes and vitamins, it moisturizes and energizes your skin creating a foolproof base that grips onto makeup.
Valentino Beauty V-Lighter Face Base Primer
Available in two shades — Rosa for fair complexions and Ambra for medium to deep complexions — this multipurpose face illuminator works as a primer to smooth skin for makeup application, a highlighter for a subtle glow and as a hydrating facial moisturizer.
Urban Decay All Nighter Face Primer
This silky vegan primer glides onto skin leaving it feeling hydrated, smooth and prepped for makeup. It works overtime throughout the day to ensure foundation and concealer doesn’t settle into fine lines.
Maybelline New York Fit Me! Matte + Poreless Mattifying Face Primer
Control shine, blur pores and create a solid base for your makeup with this longwearing face primer. Not only does it keep makeup locked in place for up to 16 hours, but it also contains SPF 20 for added protection against UV rays.
Dermablend Insta-Grip Jelly Makeup Primer
The unique jelly texture soothes the skin upon application and acts as a makeup magnet to ensure it stays put for up to 24 hours. A combination of plant extract and glycerin in the formula ensure skin stays adequately hydrated throughout the day, too.
Slurp Laboratories Hydromer
Shield your skin from the harmful effects of pollution, reduce the appearance of redness and keep your makeup intact with this makeup-skincare hybrid. When applied, it melts into the skin to create a smooth base for all makeup and provides a lit-from-within glow that lasts for hours.
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