Picking out a brand-new drugstore primer is nowhere near as glamorous (or easy) as scouting out a new shade of lipstick or mascara. The process involves a ton of internet research — it’s more like picking out a new skin care product. When you walk into your local drugstore or end up shopping on site, you want to look for a quality primer that’s formulated to work with your skin. Whether that means it’ll keep your skin hydrated, keep your foundation from melting off your face or keep your breakouts at bay — there’s one with your name on it. Ahead, discover the perfect drugstore primer for your skin type:Best Primer for Dry SkinNYX Professional Makeup Hydra Touch Primer, $13.99If you have dry skin, the thought of slathering on foundation may sound totally unappealing to you. Hydra Touch Primer is a product NYX lovers swear by to refresh and hydrate skin prior to makeup application. Best Primer for Oily SkinL’Oréal Paris Infallible Pro-Matte Lock Makeup Primer, $12.99For those looking for all the oil control in the world, try this matte formula that’ll smooth, blur and prep your skin for makeup. This one’s ideal if you want to control shine and blur pores and fine lines. Best Primer for Sensitive SkinMaybelline FaceStudio Master Prime Blur + Smooth Primer, $9.99This no-frills water-based primer will do the job without irritation. This formula will smooth out uneven skin, hide pores and give your makeup a base to stay on longer. Best Primer for Acne-Prone Skine.l.f. Blemish Control Face Primer, $10This primer gets its “blemish control” name for good reason: It’s a silky, hydrating formula infused with salicylic acid, vitamin E and Tea Tree Oil to smooth your skin and control breakouts. Best Primer for Combination SkinUlta Matte Face Primer, $18If you have combo skin, this primer’s worth testing out. The vegan, non-comedogenic formula will help smooth your complexion and keep your foundation matte. Read More:6 Best Pink Blushes for Every BudgetThe Best Lip Oils for Every Type of Makeup Look6 Transforming Powder-to-Cream Products You Didn’t Know You NeededHero Image Courtesy ShutterStock
