Face Primers

Q: What does a face primer do?

A face primer creates a smooth base for makeup, helping it last longer while minimising pores, fine lines, and shine.

Q: How do I choose the right skin primer for my skin type?

If you have oily skin, look for mattifying skin primer to control shine. For dry skin, go for a glow primer or hydrating makeup primer adds moisture. Whereas for a combination skin, a balancing primer make up formula works best.

Q: Can I wear a primer without foundation?

Yes! Many face primers work great on their own, giving your skin a smooth, blurred effect with or without makeup.

Q: How do I apply makeup primer correctly?

After skincare, apply a pea-sized amount of makeup primer evenly over your face. Let it set for a minute before applying foundation.

Q: What’s the difference between a glow primer and a regular primer?

A glow primer enhances radiance and adds a luminous finish, while a traditional face primer focuses on extending wear time and smoothing texture.

A great makeup primer is the key to a smooth, long-lasting look. Whether you want to blur pores, control shine, or create a radiant glow, the right face primer preps your skin for seamless makeup application.

For a dewy, luminous base, a glow primer adds radiance while keeping your makeup fresh all day. If you need a smooth, even surface, a skin primer helps minimise imperfections and grip foundation for all-day wear. No matter your skin type or makeup style, a primer make up essential will enhance your look and keep everything in place.

Achieve a flawless-looking base with the Peter Thomas Roth Instant FIRMx No-Filter Primer. This powerful primer blurs imperfections, tightens the skin, and temporarily reduces the appearance of fine lines and pores. Its unique blend of Firm-A-Tite™, 3% BarPull, and Elastiflex IQ™ works to smoothen, moisturise, and enhance your skin’s texture, giving you a perfect canvas for makeup or a natural, perfected look on bare skin.

Quickly minimise the appearance of pores with Benefit POREfessional. Apply this silky, lightweight balm for translucent pore coverage and smoother-than-smooth skin. The Benefit POREfessional complements all skin tones. It can be used under or over makeup.

What does a face primer do?

A face primer creates a smooth base for makeup, helping it last longer while minimising pores, fine lines, and shine.

How do I choose the right skin primer for my skin type?

If you have oily skin, look for mattifying skin primer to control shine. For dry skin, go for a glow primer or hydrating makeup primer adds moisture. Whereas for a combination skin, a balancing primer make up formula works best.