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Best Primers for Combination Skin (That Actually Work)
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By
Nora Emmanuel
If your makeup be looking good in the morning but separating by lunchtime, your primer might be the problem. These are the ones that actually help balance oily T-zones without drying out the rest of your face.
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GRIPPING PRIMERS (MAKEUP STAYS PUT)
HYDRATING PRIMERS (FOR DRY CHEEKS + COMBO GIRLIES)
OIL CONTROL (FOR MY SHINY T-ZONE GIRLIES)
GRIPPING PRIMERS (MAKEUP STAYS PUT)
If you want that Hydro Grip effect without spending the coins, this one honestly does its thing.
Power Grip Primer
This one doesn’t get talked about enough. It gives grip but still keeps your skin looking juicy, not flat.
Plump Right Back Face Primer Serum
If your pores be showing up uninvited, this helps smooth everything out before foundation goes on.
The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Primer
I like this mostly in my T-zone when I want that soft-focus look without piling on powder.
The POREfessional Face Primer
For the price, this one really holds its own. I tap it into my pore areas and call it a day.
Poreless Putty Primer
Listen… when my makeup keeps sliding off, this is the one I reach for. It grips your foundation without making your cheeks feel tight or dry.
Hydro Grip Hydrating Face Primer
HYDRATING PRIMERS (FOR DRY CHEEKS + COMBO GIRLIES)
When my cheeks are feeling a little dry but my T-zone still acts up, this helps balance everything out.
Hangover Replenishing Face Primer
Okay she’s a little bougie, but makeup goes on sooo smooth over this. I use it when I want my base to look extra polished.
Vitamin Enriched Face Base Moisturizer & Primer
Simple, no drama, and gets the job done when my skin needs a little extra moisture.
Hydrating Primer for Dry Skin - Large
OIL CONTROL (FOR MY SHINY T-ZONE GIRLIES)
When my T-zone is doing the absolute most, this helps keep things under control without making my face look flat.
Pro Filt'r Mattifying Primer
If you’re just getting into primers and don’t want to overspend yet, this is a solid little starter.
Fit Me® Matte + Poreless Mattifying Face Primer
