I’m such a believer in a glowy base because it’s the secret to looking awake and hydrated, even when I’m running on coffee and dry shampoo.
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Bright & Awake
Extra Fancy
Bright & Awake
Fresh-faced and luminous.
Absolute go-to for protected, glass-skin vibes. It gives the prettiest sun-kissed shimmer.
e.l.f. Suntouchable Whoa Glow Makeup Primer with SPF 30
Unique water-based texture that feels incredibly chilly and soothing, perfect for depuffing tired skin in the morning. It’s that cool, crisp morning air feeling—leaving your skin looking refreshed and dewy.
ULTA Beauty Collection - Cool & Glow Face Primer
Subtle pearlescent finish.
Milani Illuminating Face Primer - Bright Side
It’s a moisturizer, primer, morning pack, and luminizing cream all rolled into one.
MISSHA Glow Skin Balm 4-in-1 Primer
Whether I’m using it as a glowy primer or mixing it into my foundation, it’s the easiest way to get that sun-kissed bronze without the actual sun damage.
L'Oreal Paris Makeup True Match Lumi Glotion
Extra Fancy
High-wattage glow.
The only drops you need for that expensive glass-skin finish. Mix it in with moisturizer for a luminous base for your foundation. Glow will last for hours.
Drunk Elephant B-Goldi Bright Drops
Makes my makeup last all day and gives me that "I just had a facial" radiance.
Clinique Even Better™ Light Reflecting Glowy Face Primer
Basically like a "candlelit filter" in a bottle.
Charlotte Tilbury Wonderglow Face Primer
I’m picky about primers, but this one is different. It’s super lightweight and feels more like a serum than a "base." It gives that dreamy, glass-skin finish while keeping your foundation from disappearing by noon.
Laura Geller Spackle Skin Perfecting Primer
Perfect mix of a hydrating primer and a serum. Nourishing your skin while giving you that glazed finish.
Saie Glowy Super Gel
For the days I want to look expensive. Insane champagne glow.
ICONIC London Underglow Blurring Primer
I used to think primers were a scam until I tried this. A vessel for the most stunning glow.
Milk Hydro Grip Illuminating Primer for Glowing Skin
It’s perfect for those days when you want your skin to look alive, awake, and incredibly luminous without looking like a disco ball.
Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later Glow Primer
It’s the perfect way to get that "just got back from the islands" look while giving your skin a healthy dose of plant-based nourishment.
Well People Bio Bronzing Priming Serum
We have officially entered the luxury lounge! 🥂✨ Makes your complexion look lit by a thousand tiny chandeliers.
Dior Forever Glow Veil - Hydrating Illuminating Primer