No matter how good you are at applying makeup, making it last is half the battle. Primers can help create a smooth canvas for your makeup, and though they aren’t always necessary in your routine, they ...

Make-up primers are basically like sanding a wooden floor, they create a smooth, less porous surface onto which you can add longer lasting make-up. Win, win. On the one hand, you've got silicone-based ...

What is a water-based primer? As the name suggests, water-based primers are made with water (as opposed to silicone-based primers, which are—obviously—made with silicone). They stand out for their ...

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You’ve probably heard about or even used a make-up primer, but may not be aware of the benefits. Many primers claim to reduce wrinkles and fine lines, fight acne, and provide sun protection.

The right foundation primer can elevate your makeup game by helping you achieve the flawless, airbrushed look you see on models and actresses. Primer helps smooth, brighten, and perfect skin to create ...

This article is a part of CNN Underscored’s Guide to Age-Defying Beauty, a weeklong focus on the essential products, tips and tricks to enhance your glow at any age. We’ll be featuring editor-tested ...

If you’re wondering what the best cruelty-free primers are, the good news is that you’ve got plenty of options to choose from: hydrating primers, mattifying primers, primers with consistencies that ...

I’ve said it once, and I’ll say it again: If you’re after flake-free, compliment-worthy lashes, you need to be using an eyelash primer. Seriously, mascara without primer is like peanut butter without ...

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