15 Best Makeup Primers That Actually Last All Day

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or a really good , because for all its claims—ensuring foundation to glides on smoothly and stays put for hours for a seamless makeup application—few face primers actually gave results.

But within the mountains of options, there are a handful that follow through, and when you find them, they're enough that you'll be glad you persevered. “The same way that a painter will prime a wall before it's painted, makeup primers will enhance your canvas so that your products look better, last longer, and cater to your skin's specific needs,” says celebrity makeup artist , who counts SZA and Becky G among her clients. “Whether you have dry skin, redness, large pores, oily, or dull skin, there's a primer that'll combat all of the above while allowing your makeup to last longer—some even up to 24 hours.” It goes without saying that it's a non-negotiable every time she preps a client for an event.What's more, the latest formulas now feature skin-care ingredients, such as niacinamide for oily skin, glycerin and vitamin E for moisture, and antioxidants to address damage from sun and pollutants.

Others have a built-in tint or color-correcting properties, so you might not even need makeup once you're done. With that in mind, if you want to give primer a try, we already did all the testing for you.

Here are the best primers, according to Glamour editors.All products featured on Glamour are independently selected by our editors.