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Prep + Prime Heroes
19 items
By
Desire Zietsman
These glow-getters, smoothers, and hydrators are the secret sauce behind flawless skin days.
Makeup clings beautifully, never cakes, and my skin stays happy underneath. It’s the French pharmacy secret I never gatekeep.
Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré
Sticky in the best way. My makeup grips and doesn’t budge, even through a full day of toddler chaos.
Hydro Grip Hydrating Face Primer
I wear it solo for glow or under makeup for radiance that peeks through. People always ask what I’m wearing—spoiler: it’s this.
Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops
Affordable, effective, and doubles as skincare. My foundation glides on and stays put.
E.L.F Cosmetics - Power grip primer + 4% Niacinamide
Pore-blurring and smoothing with a soft, balmy feel. It gives me ‘geisha skin’ without the fuss.
The Silk Canvas - Protective Primer Balm
Skincare, primer, and radiance booster all in one. I don’t even need highlighter after using it.
Yummy Skin Glow Serum
Subtle golden glow and hydration. It’s like having good lighting built into my skin.
Wonderglow - Face Makeup Primer
OG for a reason—blurs pores, mattifies without dryness, and keeps makeup smooth all day.
The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Primer
Not technically a primer—but it acts like one. Adds the kind of glow that makes people ask if I just got back from vacation.
Saie Glowy Super Gel | All-Over Luminizer | Clean Highlighter
Blurring, waterproof, and somehow makes every foundation look high-end. It’s my ‘event day’ primer.
Veil™ Mineral Primer
Hydrating, light-reflecting, and a gorgeous base. It feels like a drink of water for my skin.
Glowy Makeup Serum | Laneige International
Splurgy, but oh my—it smooths, firms, and leaves a glow that’s worth every penny.
The Cell Rejuvenating Illuminator with TFC8
Smells like coconut, feels like a moisturizer, and keeps my makeup from flaking. Perfect for dry-skin days.
Hangover Replenishing Face Primer
A brightening, pearl-infused glow serum I mix into foundation for that soft, radiant elegance.
LE BLANC ROSY LIGHT DROPS
Targeted hydration + grip = flawless canvas. I use this one when my skin’s feeling tired.
STEP 1 PRIMER HYDRA BOOSTER Perfecting and Softening Base
Creamy, rich, and a dream under makeup. My skin looks plump, smooth, and makeup sits like silk.
Vitamin Enriched Face Base | Bobbi Brown South Africa E-commerce Site
Glowy, hydrating, and doubles as highlight or primer. A total drugstore gem I reach for constantly.
Lumi Glotion
A fun, bouncy texture and real hydration boost. My skin drinks it up—and makeup loves it.
Plump Right Back Face Primer Serum | NYX Professional Makeup
Budget-friendly and works like a charm. Blurs pores and gives foundation a smooth, soft-focus base.
High-Adherence Silicone Primer
