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21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
31 Beauty Products With Jaw Dropping Results
A pack of nose pore patches that'll banish gunk and excess oil as you sleep. Your nose will be smoother than you could have ever dreamed of. A fabulous lip-plumping gloss set for some seriously luscious lips. Your pout will be juicy as heck. Ooh-la-luscious. A jar of Brazilian Bum Bum body cream made with a caffeine-rich guarana extract formula to help smooth and tighten skin. People are in loooove with this stuff and some reviewers even just use it as, like, a perfume. Yeah, it smells that good thanks to the gorgeous aroma of pistachio, salted caramel, and vanilla. A Burt's Bees after-sun soother because getting sunburned sucks, and the aftereffects aren't any better. Use this on your face or body after a day spent at the beach and watch the aloe and coconut oil work their hydrating magic on your sun-kissed bod. Plus, reviewers love that it's nongreasy and absorbs quickly into skin. An outrageously popular Differin gel — a prescription-strength retinoid that targets clogged pores and inflammation to restore skin texture and tone. It'll get all up in those pores to help prevent new acne from forming. Like your own personal skincare Avenger. A Maybelline eyebrow tint to get a professional look from the comfort of your own home. If your brows have thinned out or lightened and you've wanted to microblade them or something but aren't too sure about that kind of commitment (or price, cuz — expensive!), this is an awesome alternative! You'll get up to three days of not needing to fill in your brows, which means 10 minutes of not having to perfect your brows in the morning. Danessa Myricks Yummy Skin Tint that'll deliver you lightweight coverage, loads of hydration, and a dewy, radiant finish. Packed with ceramides, squalane, and collagen peptides, your skin will def think this is ~yummy~ and your makeup will eatttt like Nicky-pooh ate that twerking challenge with Megan Thee Stallion. Yes, it lives rent free in my head. OMG, Danessa, my queen. Round of applause for you, cuz you definitely AAAATE with this. Last summer, I officially became a *skin tint girly." Too hot for foundation, and my skin breaks out way less now. I was using the Anastasia Beverly Hills one, which I do love, but just like foundation, I wanna try more than just one. This one and the Kylie Cosmetics ones have been on my list for a few months, so I decided to treat myself and try this out since it's all over my FYP on TikTok. Ughhh, I love it, so dang much. It's super lightweight, like, so lightweight that I forget I'm wearing makeup. I love how, with this, my skin still looks like skin, because I'm not wearing so many layers of heavy products – foundation, concealer, liquid blush, powders — it's a lot for me. I don't love how it all feels, sits on my skin, or looks, especially in photos. I love how this looks on camera, and that I still look natural. I have oily skin but don't like a matte finish, so this is perfect cuz I just look radiant, like a goddess, never leaves me oily. It feels great on my skin, and I feel like my skincare products kinda work better with this because it also feels like skincare. It never irritates my skin, it's hydrating, works great with my other makeup products, and has the most stunning finish. It doesn't cover my dark spots, but not even concealer can, honestly, so I'm just gonna patiently wait for my Faded serum to finish taking care of 'em. I don't think this one's replaceable. 10s across the board. Get it from Sephora for $36 (available in 18 shades). A Cosrx snail mucin serum to help improve skin hydration and soothe damaged skin. Yep, snail mucin is a Korean skincare product made from snail slime. Sounds ick, but your skin will totally fall in love the second you use it. Hmm, wonder if this is why SpongeBob had Gary the pet snail — skincare benefits. A piercing bump solution so you can help stop that little bump on your nose piercing that's tripled in size in two weeks from growing annnnyyyy more. Before you totally ditch your new piercing, let this stuff help heal and reduce the size of your keloid! I know, I know, I get 'em too, and yes, they can be terrifying to look at. And some saline solution swabs with aloe vera to make piercing aftercare a breeze. Since you have to keep your piercing clean, these swabs will def come in handy *and* can help with irritated, infected piercings. Plus, you can throw 'em in your bag to use while you're out and about! Talk to your doctor before attempting to treat your keloid or infection on your own, and learn more about keloids from Cleveland review: "GUYYYYSSSS!!!! I have super oily skin, so my face piercings have always been prone to irritation, bumps, and redness, but THIS RIGHT HERE!!! It is definitely worth the price. It's like magic. I have not once had an irritation bump yet, and I genuinely believe it's because of these swabs. The day after I got my nose pierced, it was red, swollen, and angry. I'm sure it would have prob been that way for at least five days, but these have shortened the time by two days. After the third day, I noticed how clean and normal-looking my piercing started to look after just a few days of getting it pierced. It was really surprising to me. I've always had some sensitivity or irritation, but nope, it was still sore, of course, but that's expected. After a few weeks of using it, I feel like it helped my piercing heal quickly. It stopped being sore, even when I would adjust my stud. I recommend this to anyone who wants a quick and easy healing experience. I love ittt!I've had my left nostril pierced and have always had irritation bumps. Now, years later, having my right side pierced, I have the complete opposite experience. Magic in Q-tip form." —Martinez FamGet a 30-pack from Amazon for $23.99 (also available in other multipacks). A Sun Bum hair lightening spray so you can skip the harmful bleach and let the sun do all the work. This stuff contains witchcraft for sure. This paraben-free formula contains Costa Rican pineapple, Meyer lemon, and Hawaiian lehua honey, which help prevent color fading and dry strands and protect your hair from UV rays. It's also heat-activated! Spray evenly in your hair before going outdoors to help lighten your natural color. Sun Bum also recommends using a blow dryer to help expedite the process if you're in a rush. The results will vary, depending on how light or dark your base color is. It's designed for blonde to medium brown hair!Promising review: "If you have brown hair with warm (red) undertones, it will bring those out and go a more strawberry tone rather than a cool, icy blonde. I believe this is what some comments are referring to when speaking of 'brassy' results. There are so many shades of brunette hair; this spray will only lighten what you already have. So, beware, and before you use the product, see how realistic your expectations are in terms of the color you being said, I loved the results it gave me. I used it over the summer when I was by the pool or the beach, but also on days in between when I normally washed and blow-dried my hair. It took about three uses until I could tell a difference. After some weeks, my colleagues noticed and even strangers approached me and commented on how pretty my hair was, which had never happened before.I used up the bottle, and now it's winter. You can see my natural hair color growing in by the roots. I didn't consider I would be able to see such a difference, but it's real. Just letting you is a fake coconutty type smell, which is ok. I didn't notice any hair damage caused by the product. Would recommend!" —ElleCeeSGet it from Amazon for $16.99. A Makeup Eraser cloth that you can wash and reuse! And get this, it can remove your makeup with JUST WATER! This'll def save you some shmoney since you won't have to constantly buy makeup wipes. A hydrating eye stick to help reduce dark circles, lines, and puffiness while delivering moisture without oils. Sensitive skin friends, this one's for us. People may start to think your goldfish are Cosmo and Wanda because these results are jaw-dropping. And an under-eye brightener because you aren't sure if you'll ever actually not be exhausted, but you can def stop looking like it. It's ~enriched~ with shea butter and hyaluronic acid to give your dark circles a more radiant look. The pinkish tint helps balance out the blueish tint under your eyes, so A+ for this because the assignment = totally understood. A jar of Truly Beauty boob polish made of an acai and retinol concoction that'll help smooth your skin, reduce the appearance of fine lines and stretch marks, and brighten, firm, and tighten your chest skin. Bestie, I'm sure your tatas already look *absolutely amazing*, but if you've ever been intrigued by these beautiful jars at Ulta, (🙋🏽♀️🙋🏽♀️🙋🏽♀️) give this a try! And if anyone compliments your boobs, you can be like "oh yeah, I just had 'em polished." A pack of 36 acne patches that'll have you shook when you wake up in the morning. These patches absorb all the gunk and speed up the pimple-healing process without picking or popping. Abracadabra, psh, what pimple? An Ogx leave-in conditioning cream to apply to your towel-dried hair for a magic trick. *Voila*, defined, bouncy curls that'll put a little extra pep in your step because of the way your curls bounce when you walk. A so-dang-good Coco & Eve foam self-tanner that'll deliver you some jaw-droppingly magical results. Thor may be the god of thunder, but you, my friend, will be the bronze-y god/goddess of the sun, without even needing any sun. A bottle of Paula's Choice Salicylic Acid Exfoliant to help unclog and diminish large pores. This leave-on, fragrance-free exfoliant is gentle enough for all skin types and exfoliates dead skin cells, leaving you looking fresh and hydrated. A bottle of professional-grade callus-removing gel that'll quickly get rid of all that thick, hard skin. Holy guacamole, these results! Mind-blowing and magical. A styling mousse to help define your curls without flakes and crunch, keeping them soft to touch and bouncy as Tigger from Winnie the Pooh. Calm the frizz, up the lightweight moisture. A powder foundation by L'Oreal that blurs redness and acne, has a matte finish, and will stay in place so you can slay all day. Reviewers with all types of skin — dry, oily, etc. — are LOVING this little baby. A wart-removing gel infused with ~salicylic acid~ that'll help to dry out your lil' blemishes and get 'em outta here. This no-drip gel formula also comes with waterproof patches to keep them hidden and prevent them from spreading. People will def think you did some sort of witchcraft, but whatever, at least those annoying warts will *poof* away! A stainless-steel tongue scraper that can be adjusted to your mouth and helps maintain better oral hygiene. Your breath will smell fresher, your mouth will feel ✨spotless, ✨ and your tongue will be clean and as pink as Patrick Star. A firming eye cream with vitamin C, vitamin E, rose hip seed oil, and hibiscus flower extract to help firm and brighten the *sensitive* skin around your eyes and neck for a day-to-day ANNND long-term effect. This magical eye cream will be your new bestie. Joesoef's sulfur soap that'll help with some of your skincare woes, like acne, blackheads, and clogged pores. Sulfur, *a key ingredient in this lil' miracle bar*, is an antibacterial and antifungal that'll help you say hakuna matata to all of your skincare problems. A La Roche-Posay balm, a super gentle formula to help nourish rough, dry, irritated skin. It's so gentle it can even be used on babies as young as 1-week-old. Jaw. On. The. Floor. A roll-on waxing kit that'll help make keeping your legs smooth easy peasy (if that's something you're interested in doing). The most magical part? Avoiding wax salon prices! A color corrector — a 4-in-1 eye, lip, and cheek multistick that'll neutralize dark spots and circles in case you've felt like NOTHING will cover your tired under eyes lately. Put this over any areas with hyperpigmentation, then put your foundation or concealer over the top, and boom: tired under-eyes will be gone in the blink of an eye. A Good Molecules discoloration correcting serum, a magical lil' concoction like Sam from Holes. This stuff said *dark spots? I can fix that. Sunspots? I can fix that. Hyperpigmentation, scars, and other forms of discoloration? I CAN FIX THAAATT.* Clap it up for this bottle of sorcery, everyone. 👏 I also now have the rap from the movie stuck in my head. Good Molecules is a small biz that specializes in skincare products!Promising review: "I've been using the Good Molecules Discoloration Correcting Serum for about a month now, and I'm honestly impressed with the results! I have some stubborn dark spots from past breakouts and mild sun damage, and this serum has noticeably faded them. The formula is lightweight, non-greasy, and layers well with my other skincare products. I love that it contains tranexamic acid and niacinamide, two powerhouse ingredients known for targeting hyperpigmentation without being harsh on the consistent use, my complexion looks more even and radiant. It does take time to see results, so patience is key, but it's definitely worth it. I also appreciate that it's affordable compared to other discoloration serums on the market. If you're struggling with dark spots or uneven skin tone, I highly recommend giving this a try!" —TracyGet it from Amazon for $11.98. An eyebrow soap that'll give you that natural, full, laminated, feathered look the easy way, you know, yourself. Cuz sometimes we can't afford every luxury (😭). Apply the waterproof, long-lasting gel, brush your brows upward, and look in the mirror wondering if those are your brows or if Zendaya's were magically transferred onto your face.
Forbes
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Danessa Myricks Launches Colorfix Stix Versions Of Her Liquid Formula
Danessa Myricks Colorfix Stix collection Photo courtesy of Danessa Myricks On-the-go glittery glam? Say no more. Danessa Myricks is making sure all her shimmer-seeking fans can easily transport her cult-favorite Colorfix products whenever they're on the move. Packaged in sleek, magnetic, dual-ended tubes, each Colorfix Stix duo ($38) comes with a high-performance foil shade and a complementary metallic shade. Pro-Level Looks With One Swipe 'When I first created Colorfix, it wasn't just about pigment, it was about possibility,' Myricks shared for this article. 'Now, 10 years later, Colorfix Stix is the next evolution of that dream.' The goal for Myricks is to offer makeup artistry potential to the masses. 'They were created so you can achieve magical, pro-level looks by layering them together or using them individually,' she explained. 'True to the Colorfix name, Colorfix Stix gives you the freedom to create infinite looks and combinations in just one swipe.' Designed for safe use and efficacy on the eyes, lips and face, the launch follows the massive trend of multi-functional beauty products. According to a report by The Benchmarking Company, 67% of beauty-buying females surveyed in January 2025 said they regularly buy beauty products that perform more than one function or solve multiple problems. Whether it's skincare products that contain SPF, or makeup that offers anti-aging skin benefits, time-saving hacks are of key importance to 93% of those asked. Danessa Myricks Colorfix Stix duo Photo courtesy of Danessa Myricks Expert-Developed Formulas For Your Pocket Myricks' new formula is supercharged with hyper-reflective, super-fine crystal pearls that glide on smoothly and diffuse light. The shades offer budge-proof, crease-resistant color in 10 duos, with the same pigment, pearl and glitter as the original formula—in an easy, one-stop-swipe applicator. Each duo is interchangeable so users can swap and swipe as they please. And each fully retractable water-gel stick features a dome-shaped tip for easy application to the lids, cheek, lips and even the inner corners of the eyes. 'It glides on with a cooling kiss and leaves behind a shimmer that dances like stars in motion,' Myricks says. Leading up to the Colorfix Stix launch, the self-taught makeup artist most recently released a sold-out Pastel Dream Mini Freedom Palette. The multi-chrome, all-over face selection includes foil-flake metallic shimmers and color-accurate soft mattes. Myricks recently said the biggest makeup trends of Summer 2025 are natural, demi-matte skin, controlled, strategic shine, and soft shimmer.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Beauty of Coco Jones
If you've ever assumed something about Coco Jones, it's probably true. She's confident, composed, and certain—certain above all that she's on the right path and not in the business of making you understand or buy into her hype. She doesn't need you to. 'It's fair to assume I'm not normal,' Jones, our Beauty for All cover star, jokes over Zoom. 'I've always been focused. When I was younger, the kids wanted to go to sleepovers and parties. I wanted to work. I was in a completely different headspace, so when people say, 'I can't relate to this girl,' I think it's fair to say.' Her honesty is a breath of fresh air. At a time when people go to great lengths to seem personable, her rejection of that impulse somehow makes her even more relatable. She's a great who wants to be among the greats—and she's not afraid to say it. There's beauty in being prideful of what you're working toward and acknowledging who you already are. You don't have to dim your light to shine. More from StyleCaster Summer House's Amanda Batula Teases the Real Reason She Was 1st Seat at the Reunion: 'I Was Flabbergasted' (Exclusive) Beyoncé's Colorist on How to Go Blonde the Right Way 'I'm really proud of where I am,' Jones continues. Our conversation takes place just before the release of her debut album, Why Not More?, her Met Gala debut, and in the midst of a whirlwind few months that included single drops, red carpets, and Fashion Week appearances. 'I'm happy. This is what everyone wants in the industry I'm in—to be at all the places that are important. It means I'm on the right path.' It's fair to assume I'm not normal. To be on the right path in Hollywood, you need a signature look—something instantly recognizable, unmistakably yours. Jones has that down: glowing skin, big bouncy hair, and a constantly beat face. She loves a beat. 'My brows make me the most confident,' she shares. 'I have my dad's, and they literally look like the shape of a TV antenna. I've always been really big on tweezing and plucking. I was not playing around with these brows. Having a really clean, sharp brow makes me feel elevated.' She adds that they can't be too sharp—'then it'll give Batman.' Outside of brows, Jones can't live without her lashes. 'I feel like a literal drawing with lashes and brows.' Some of her go-to brands include Danessa Myricks and Black Girl Sunscreen. Those items stay in her purse—along with something a little unexpected: a wax kit. 'Yes, I do my own waxes. I'm very proud of that. Now, it's not downstairs—but it's the pits and things of that nature. I started doing it with sugar wax and thought, 'Oh, we're going to keep this up.' I pull her out, and she's loyal. She's always with me.' I'm happy. This is what everyone wants in the industry I'm in—to be at all the places that are important. It means I'm on the right path. Though she's been consistent with her glam for years, Jones sometimes considers a switch-up. 'I go back and forth internally like, 'Okay, should I do something different? Or should I really lean into one look and let it be my staple?' I think about, like, Sabrina Carpenter with the blonde, you know? What should be my route? I just don't have that answer right now,' she says. 'Despite everything I've accomplished, I have so much more learning and evolving to do.' For now, the look is long and wavy—and it's working. As we anticipate the many eras Jones has ahead, her current one is captured in Why Not More?, a 14-track R&B project exploring love, heartbreak, sex, growth, and self-love. On 'AEOMG,' she leans into desire; on the title track, she asks for more. 'By Myself' is a rollercoaster that ends in clarity, a focus on happiness without outside validation. 'Keep It Quiet' dives into the consequences of a toxic relationship, with Jones belting, 'Don't make a good girl violent!' I have to do what's best for every version of me, who I am now and who I want to become. This project is a reintroduction to Jones, who fans have watched evolve from Disney Channel star to a hot girl on Bel-Air. 'I wanted a song for every emotion,' she says. 'You know—when you're mad, angry, happy, sad, resentful. I feel like music should be very useful. Plus, I'm growing up. I have experiences—experiences that grown women have.' Jones doesn't name names, but she does admit that romantic relationships inspired much of the album. She's been linked to NBA player Donovan Mitchell since January 2024 and appeared to confirm the relationship on Club Shay Shay in March. 'I'm happy, and I will say, my music is my outlet,' she told Shannon Sharpe. 'I say some things, and you can hear it on my album.' When I ask if any of the more toxic songs are about someone specific, Jones plays it cool. 'I feel like the wrong people in general will bring out the worst version of you,' she says. 'I think sometimes in relationships, it's this game of who's going to care the least—and it's not a safe space for anybody to thrive. So yeah, I will say there have been times where I want to get violent—but in the sense of the way I talk.' Whether it's in the studio or in front of the camera, Jones doesn't wait for direction—she gives it. During our shoot, she placed a mirror in front of the lens, checking her angles as she guided the photographer through each pose. She's not just the subject—she's the eye. And as she continues to shape her career, her sound, and her story, one thing is clear: she's doing it entirely on her own terms. 'I have to do what's best for every version of me, who I am now and who I want to become,' Jones adds. CREDITS: Photographer: George ChinseeArt Director: Stephanie CuiStylist: Dot BassMakeup: Andrea Ventura with The Only AgencyHairstylist: Kadiatou Tall with Opus BeautyStyling Assistant: Frida BeckerMakeup Assistant: Melanie LeonFoundation: Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Foundation (Sephora, Ulta, Charlotte Tilbury, Revolve); Hourglass Vanish Seamless Foundation Stick (Amazon, Sephora, Ulta) Concealer: Too Face Born This Way Concealer (Amazon, Sephora, Ulta) Blush: Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Soft Pinch Liquid Blush in Lucky (Sephora); Haus Labs by Lady Gaga Color Fuse Blush Powder in Watermelon Bliss/Dragon Fruit Daze (Sephora) Highlighter: Haus Labs by Lady Gaga Bio-Radiant Glassy Balm Highlighter Stick in Glass Opal (Sephora) Bronzer: Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Sun Stalk'r Instant Warmth Bronzer in Mocha Mami (Sephora, Ulta) Eyeshadow: Danessa Myricks Beauty Twin Flame Liquid Eyeshadow in Passion (Sephora); Karla Cosmetics Opal Multichrome Pressed Eyeshadow in Nightgown and Nightfall (Karla Cosmetics); Makeup by Mario Master Mattes Eyeshadow Pallette: The Neutrals (Sephora); Pat McGrath Labs Mothership IX Eyeshadow Palette: Heutopian Dream (Sephora) Eyeliner: Pat McGrath Labs PermaGel Ultra Glide Eye Pencil in Xtreme Black (Ulta, Revolve); Pat McGrath Permagel Ultra Glide Eye Pencil in Shade (Ulta, Revolve) Lips: MAC Cosmetics Lip Liner Pencil in Chestnut (Ulta, Nordstrom); Kylie Cosmetics Supple Kiss Lip Glaze in Like Magic (Kylie Cosmetics, Macy's); Huda Beauty Lip Contour 2.0 Automatic Matte Lip Pencil in Very Berry (Sephora) Powder: Huda Beauty Easy Bake Blurring Loose Powder (Sephora) Finish: Danessa Myricks Beauty Colorfix in Clear Glaze (Sephora) Glow: Dior Solar The Sublimating Oil (Dior) : Got2b Schwarzkopf Glued Spiking Glue Hair Gel (Amazon, Walmart, Target) Kendra's Boutique Lace Melting Spray (Kendra's Boutique) Kendra's Boutique Logo Wax Stick (Kendra's Boutique) T3 SinglePass Curl X Extra-Long Barrel (Amazon, Sephora, Ulta, Revolve) COLOR WOW Cult Favorite Firm + Flexible Hairspray (Amazon, Sephora, Ulta, Revolve) Best of StyleCaster The 26 Best Romantic Comedies to Watch if You Want to Know What Love Feels Like These 'Bachelor' Secrets & Rules Prove What Happens Behind the Scenes Is So Much Juicier BTS's 7 Members Were Discovered in the Most Unconventional Ways
CairoScene
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Monochrome Monday: The Lime Punch Edition
Brat Summer might be over, but its flashier, tangier cousin is just getting started. May 12, 2025 Forget matcha green, sage phases, and even Brat's signature hue - this summer, the spotlight shifts to Lime Punch: a zesty yellow-green that's impossible to ignore. It's citrus with a side of chaos, neon with bite, and yes - it packs a punch. Think less elegance, more energy; less class, more character. Lime Punch is the colour of late nights and louder outfits, of lime-chilli chips at the beach and 'limun na'naa'' that tastes a little too electric to be natural. It's a dirty martini with extra olives, a faded neon bodycon, cheap rave sunglasses, the kind of shade you wear when you want to be remembered, not revered. This Monochrome Monday, we're spotlighting pieces that go beyond trends - they capture moments, memories, and a bold rebellion, all wrapped in a single Pantone shade. Jessica K | Daria Jacket Shades Of Green This jacket by Jessica K combines artisanal craftsmanship with bold design. Its cropped, slightly oversized structure works with wide, flared sleeves to create a relaxed silhouette that exudes both comfort and style. Vibrant horizontal stripes incorporate lime punch in its bohemian, retro form. Danessa Myricks | Colorfix - Matcha Bold and bright, this is the shade to accompany summer nights out. Apply without caution, this is the kind of eyeshadow that can be slapped on the eyelid on the walk from beach to bar, no mirror needed, just confidence. Les Benjamins | SS24 Collection Cropped Jacket Sporty, cropped, and sleek: this is how you do lime punch streetwear. Ziavie | Green Beaded Fringes Top This beaded top, with its intricate embroidery and beaded fringes, is the perfect intersection of luxury and cool. Pair this is lime green trousers for the juiciest chic at any party or cocktail event. Loewe x Paula's Ibiza | Slit Pochette Raffia Cross-body Bag The perfect beach bag doesn't exist…Loewe love their fruits - think the viral tomato clutch - and now they're leaning lime in all the right ways. Amina Muaddi | 105mm Crystal-embellished Sandals Glass crystal embellishment and lime green but make it tasteful. Pair with a lime cooler and a maxi dress or a matcha and jeans, these heels will bring a touch of tang to any outfit. Stephanie Gottlieb | Martini Olive Ring Do you like your martinis dirty? I like them on my finger. With three olives, crafted from stunning peridot and ruby gemstones, perched on a 14k gold skewer, this ring serves up statement with a side of playfulness. Amina Galal | Ageeba Shirt From her In Our Alleys collection, this shirt embodies a grounded version of Lime Punch. The shirt's loose, effortless design allows it to be styled in whichever way you desire. From casual layering to refined statement dressing, this is a piece that demands a little creativity but will deliver in personality tenfold.
Buzz Feed
22-03-2025
- Health
- Buzz Feed
15 Of The Best Primers To Prep Your Makeup And Help It Last (And Last)
We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. Talk about ~pore~fection. 1. E.l.f. Poreless Putty Primer, a lightweight base that won't have you feeling like you're wearing a mask all day. This primer also has a blurring effect that reduces the appearance of pores and gives you a velvety smooth canvas for your makeup. Promising review:"Okay, so first nothing will make you 'poreless' but this stuff is amazing. Will even out fine lines and help with super porous areas; my T-zone [has really visible] pores and this definitely gave me a boost in confidence. I would highly recommend. Especially to those not too familiar with makeup, this is a game changer. Honestly it works better than my $30 primer from Urban Decay and lasts all day. I am oily so I usually blot some powder on later in the day but if you have dry skin this could be the ultimate game changer!" — Olivia Get it from Amazon for $10. 2. Danessa Myricks Yummy Skin Blurring Balm, which instantly smooths out imperfections and balances your complexion, leaving you with a refined, matte finish that lasts all day. This lightweight balm-to-powder primer enhances your skin, taking the "no-makeup makeup look" to a whole new level. Sephora I didn't use primer for a long time because I wasn't a fan of how it felt on my skin. I decided to try this brand out because I'd heard nothing but good things about Danessa Myricks, and oh. em. gee. y'all. I've never felt a makeup product that feels this good on the skin before! I have the Universal Radiant version, and I kid you not, it was magic before my eyes. Where did my pores go? I like to follow behind the Yummy Balm with the Yummy Skin Glow Serum, which leaves my base so juicy and radiant, sometimes I just stop at this point and don't even put on makeup because my skin looks that good. Promising review:"I initially bought this item because I heard about the brand from a friend and decided to just pick it up. One day I decided to try it and that's when everything changed...I LOVE THIS THING!!!!! I have NEVER seen anything that disappeared the second I put it on my skin. I mean, this thing melted in and vanished!! I was shooketh!! And the way makeup lays on top of it and stays all day????" — vickie2024 Get it from Sephora for $36 (available in 20 shades and a colorless universal version). 3. A Neutrogena Hydro Boost primer + serum packed with hyaluronic acid to deliver an instant hydration boost, leaving even the driest, most sensitive skin feeling plump, radiant, and ready for makeup. One reviewer with eczema and psoriasis swears by this, saying it cleared their dry skin right up. Promising reviews:"This stuff is amazing. I use it under my makeup, and it is very hydrating without being goopy or clogging your pores. I have very sensitive skin and react to other primers. My skin tends to get irritated and red from the ingredients in them. This one does not cause irritation and is very moisturizing. I use it every day." — Tracy Jones "I have dry, flaky skin, and adding foundation to my face makes this problem so much worse. I mix this with my foundation serum, and it's magic. It glides into my face effortlessly and leaves my face glowing." — Martin Zepeda 4. A silicone-free Huda Beauty Easy Blur primer with a jelly-like texture that feels like a dream and works wonders to control excess oil, so you can say goodbye to those mid-day shine worries. Reviewers say this primer doesn't cause their foundation to peel or cake up but instead provides a smooth, velvety base that keeps makeup looking fresh all day long. Sephora Promising review: "This primer is the reaaaaaalll tea omg….has my makeup looking the best that it has looked in a long time! 😭 Idk what's in the formula but it lowkey has my skin looking clearer too." — sabsabsabsab Get it from Sephora for $29. 5. A multitasking Etude House Face Blur that beautifully brightens your complexion, with a pearly coral base that helps neutralize redness while adding a luminous glow. It also preps your face for smooth makeup application by blurring fine lines and wrinkles without drying the skin! Amazon It also protects against harmful UV rays with SPF 33! Promising reviews: " This stuff looks AMAZING on its own. I'm 57 and it looks especially good on the days after I shave my face. It looks so blurred, highlighted softly and absolutely beautiful with the benefit of sunscreen. I have three backups, I like it SO MUCH. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND" — Cheryl Cardoza "I use it after cleansing and applying my facial products. It has SPF, so depending on how sunny it is or how exposed I am to the sun, I apply over my sunscreen or by itself. It leaves my skin looking flawless and with a natural glow." — Kimberly Arnaldo Get it from Amazon for $16. 6. A glitter primer perfect for the glamazons who dream of shining brighter than a disco ball on a Saturday night. This formula makes sure your loose glitter pigments and body glitters stay exactly where you applied them, no matter how wild things get. Promising review:"This stuff is the bomb! I LOVE glitter and have tried a few other types of primers and they were meh at best. This primer holds all my fun loose glitter and makes my makeup looks complete and sparkly! Not only does it hold my gorgeous glitter, but it holds it well! I can go out dancing and sweating and my glitter stays put AND I don't have to scrub my delicate skin to get it off when I want it off. A simple facial oil and it comes right off!" — Cat Get it on Amazon for $6.50. 7. A tube of Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later eyeshadow primer that'll help enhance the pigment of your eyeshadow, giving it that ✨ pop ✨ you crave. It also helps control oil on your lids to make your makeup last all day. Promising review:"This eye primer is amazing!!! I have super oily eyelids and was getting to the point that I would rarely bother with eyeshadow because even with expensive primers it would be smudged and creased within an hour. So glad I don't need to shell out for Urban Decay or Mac Paint Pot anymore; they don't hold a candle to this and it's so much cheaper." — Chloe Get it from Amazon for $14.65. 8. *And* the Thank Me Later face primer because the last thing you want is for your makeup to melt away as soon as you step outside. Not only does this primer absorb well into your skin, but it also ensures your foundation glides on as smooth as butter. It also offers an extra layer of sun protection with SPF 30! It comes in six formulas: blurring, color-correcting, illuminating, mattifying, light sheer glow, and tan sheer glow. Promising review (for the mattifying): "I'm a makeup artist and makeup obsessed. I have combination skin with a super oily T zone. I. Am. Impressed. After applying (very smoothly, btw), I let it dry for a few minutes, and my foundation applied over it beautifully. I wear a long-wearing matte foundation, and this primer wears like a dream. I was outside at an event in 95-degree weather (directly in the sun), sweating profusely for hours, and my makeup still looks flawless after eight hours, no blotting!! This stuff is legit better than any other expensive prestige brand I've ever tried. It's totally worth a try and I'll be telling everyone I know about it." — Baller3 Get it from Amazon for $15.95+ (available in six formulas). 9. E.l.f.'s Power Grip Primer, a gel-based hydrating primer that will keep your makeup in place all 👏🏽 day 👏🏽 long 👏🏽. This primer also has a smoothing effect, reducing the appearance of pores and giving you a plush canvas for your makeup. 10. A light, silky Touch in Sol No Poreblem primer to create a base for your makeup that's satisfyingly smooth. If flaky patches and dryness are always ruining your look, this super hydrating primer will save the day; plus, it's great at minimizing the appearance of spots, blemishes, and pores. If that's not enough, the proof is in the orange — I mean the one below! Promising review:"I'm 44 and for the past four years my skin has been throwing a hissy fit. No matter what I tried my pores were screaming through my makeup. You know what I mean? Makeup sinking into the pores will turn any good foundation into a pool party on your face. Finally, a month ago I found this and it really works. I have combo-dry skin, weather depending and it doesn't make my skin oily. My foundation sets nicely over it (no sinking) and stays on for about eight hours before needing a touchup. And of course my visible!!!! I'm happy!" — KPak Get it from Amazon for $16.79. 11. A bestselling Rimmel London Stay Matte primer and setting spray with over 26,000 5-star ratings — this 2-in-1 gem can prep your skin *and* lock in your look with just a simple spritz! Reviewers love how it tames shine (aka it's an oily skin must-have); plus, when you're on the go, just toss it in your bag for a quick refresh anytime you need it! Promising review:"This spray works really well as a primer, helping my makeup go on evenly and last longer throughout the day. It's easy to use, dries quickly, and keeps my skin looking shine-free without drying it out. If you're looking for an affordable, reliable spray to lock in your makeup and control oil, this one is a winner!" — AmyG Get it on Amazon for $5.97 (available in two sizes). 12. A Maybelline Baby Skin primer that helps smooth over acne scars and give your skin that airbrushed finish — one reviewer even refers to it as a Photoshop tool! Promising review:"I used to use Cover FX Blurring Primer, but couldn't pay $40 for primer anymore so I started searching for [an alternative] and this is it! It is amazing. Your skin transforms in front of your eyes when you apply it. It's like a real-life photo filter, lol. It softens the appearance of your skin. Disappears fine lines and pores so makeup looks amazing. I also just wear without makeup to make my skin have a healthy look. I seriously love this stuff and can't say enough good things about it. A lot of makeup makes me break out but as long as I wash my face before bed, this does not bother my skin. Try it, you will not be sorry! If you are, you won't be out but a few dollars." — MDV1981 Get it from Amazon for $7.38. 13. DHC Velvet Skin Coat, an antioxidant-rich powder-gel formula that works overtime to absorb excess oil and leave your skin looking perfectly matte without drying it out. One reviewer raves that their makeup stayed put for more than *32 hours* without a single crack or need for touch-ups! Promising review:"I wore this after I moisturized, and it was smooth going on, mattifying my pores. My skin looked even more spectacular after applying foundation. I looked the way my makeup looked. Fresher, my skin clearer, like I had it professionally done. It's a glam squad in a tube. Should I trademark this saying? LOL. But it's great! Buy it." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $16.29. 14. Missha Glow Skin Balm so you can achieve that radiant glass skin effect. This primer not only preps your skin for makeup but also doubles as a moisturizer and luminizing cream — talk about multitasking! Promising review: "I have been looking for a good primer that would keep my foundation hydrated throughout the day. And I have to say, Missha Glow is the solution. As you can see [above] it really makes my base so smooth. I have big pores, but this really smooths it out. I am wearing Tirtir cushion foundation on top with Laneige blurring powder. Great combo!!" — MICHEY ZAP Get it from Amazon for $8+ (available in two sizes). 15. Benefit POREfessional, because this pore-minimizing primer has been a cult fave since the early YouTube days. Just a tiny dab goes a long way, which means you're getting serious bang for your buck — no wonder it's such a staple in so many people's makeup collections. Sephora
