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Best primers - June 2026

Last Updated - June 3, 2026

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Milk Makeup

Milk Makeup Pore Eclipse Mattifying Primer – Blurs Pores, Controls Shine + Holds Makeup for Up to 12 Hours – Creates a Smooth, Even Base for a Soft, Long-Lasting Matte Finish – 1.3 oz

Milk Makeup

$38.00

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- Skincare-Infused Primer: Niacinamide helps minimize the appearance of pores, Bakuchiol helps smooth skin texture + even skin tone, Lentil Extract helps control shine, Blurring Microspheres provide a soft-focus matte finish and Moonstone helps calm skin
- Lock Makeup + Block Shine: This mattifying makeup primer blurs pores, controls shine + locks in your look for up to 12 hours, ensuring makeup stays smooth and crease-free; silicone-free and suitable for all skin types, the lightweight cream formula provides a long-lasting matte finish
- Live Your Look: Born out of Milk Studios, a creative hub in downtown New York City, community and self-expression are at the heart of everything we do; we believe it’s not about how you wear your makeup, it’s what you do in it that matters
- How to Use: Immediately after moisturizing, blend a thin layer of primer onto clean skin; allow the formula to activate for 1 minute before applying makeup
- Clean, Vegan Formulas: With Milk Makeup, it's high standards or nothing—that's why we don't use over 2,500 controversial ingredients; everything is clean, vegan, cruelty-free, and made to make your life easier
$38.00
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Benefit

Benefit Cosmetics POREfessional Pro Balm Face Primer Pore Minimizer .75 Ounce

Benefit

$29.19

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- The translucent formula contains a vitamin E derivative known to protect skin.
- Quickly minimize the appearance of pores and fine lines for smoother-than-smooth skin.
- Compliments All Skin Tones.
- Apply this silky, lightweight balm alone, under or over makeup.
$29.19
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e.l.f.

e.l.f. Power Grip Primer, Gel-Based & Hydrating Face Primer For Smoothing Skin & Gripping Makeup, Moisturizes & Primes, 0.811 Fl Oz (24 ml.)

e.l.f.

$10.00

$11.00
(9% Off)

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- VEGAN & CRUELTY-FREE: e.l.f. stands with every eye, lip, face, paw and fin. Proudly vegan, e.l.f. is double-certified cruelty-free by Leaping Bunny & PETA.
- SKIN-SMOOTHING and GRIPPING PRIMER: Your makeup. It’s not going anywhere. Prep skin with this gel-based face primer that has the power to grip your makeup while giving skin a natural finish for a smoother complexion.
- MOISTURIZES WHILE PRIMING: Infused with powerhouse ingredients like Hyaluronic Acid to retain moisture for a plump complexion, this makeup primer moisturizes, preps, and smoothes to perfection, improving the look and feel of your skin.
- HOW TO USE: Apply evenly to face before makeup using your fingertips to pat into skin. The warmth of your fingers will help the product melt into skin for even application. Allow 30 seconds to set before applying makeup. Stop use if irritation.
- FOR ALL SKIN TYPES: Our Power Grip Primer's formula goes on clear with a translucent finish for all skin types and skin tones. It is also non-comedogenic (does not clog pores.)
$10.00
$11.00 (9% Off)
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e.l.f.

e.l.f. Power Grip Primer + 4% Niacinamide, Gel-Based & Hydrating Face Primer, Evens Skin & Brightens, Grips Makeup, Vegan & Cruelty-Free, 0.8 Fl Oz

e.l.f.

$10.00

$11.00
(9% Off)

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- SMOOTHS & BRIGHTENS COMPLEXION: Niacinamide helps smooth and brighten the look of dullness while Power Grip Primer's gel-based formula with sticky texture grips makeup for long-lasting wear.
- SKIN-LOVING INGREDIENTS: All e.l.f. products are made from skin-loving ingredients you want, minus the toxins you don’t—all at good-for-you prices. All e.l.f. products are 100% cruelty-free and Vegan
- MAKEUP PRIMER & SKINCARE: Your skin’s future looks bright—your favorite sticky AF Power Grip Primer is now infused with skin-loving niacinamide to help even out skin tone while giving makeup lasting power.
- HOW TO USE: Apply makeup primer evenly to face before makeup using your fingertips to pat into the skin. The warmth of your fingers will help the product melt into skin for even application. Allow 30 seconds to set before applying makeup.
- CREATES A DEWY FINISH: Ideal for all skin tones, this primer goes on completely clear and creates a dewy, glowing finish.
$10.00
$11.00 (9% Off)
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Smashbox

Smashbox The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Makeup Primer | Instantly Smooths and Blurs Fine Lines and Pores | Vitamins A + E, 0.34 Fl Oz

Smashbox

$16.00

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- PRIMES SKIN: Helps makeup look better, longer
- IDEAL FOR ALL SKIN TYPES: Vegan, Cruelty-free and Travel Size
- BLURS FLAWS: Instantly smooths and blurs the look of pores and fine lines
- Allure Best of Beauty 2025
- ACTS AS A BARRIER: Protects skin from environmental pollutants, damage and stress
$16.00

Best primers - June 2026

Milk Makeup Pore Eclipse Mattifying Primer – Blurs Pores, Controls Shine + Holds Makeup for Up to 12 Hours – Creates a Smooth, Even Base for a Soft, Long-Lasting Matte Finish – 1.3 oz

Benefit Cosmetics POREfessional Pro Balm Face Primer Pore Minimizer .75 Ounce

e.l.f. Power Grip Primer, Gel-Based & Hydrating Face Primer For Smoothing Skin & Gripping Makeup, Moisturizes & Primes, 0.811 Fl Oz (24 ml.)

e.l.f. Power Grip Primer + 4% Niacinamide, Gel-Based & Hydrating Face Primer, Evens Skin & Brightens, Grips Makeup, Vegan & Cruelty-Free, 0.8 Fl Oz

Smashbox The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Makeup Primer | Instantly Smooths and Blurs Fine Lines and Pores | Vitamins A + E, 0.34 Fl Oz

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