Many people scoff at the idea of primers because they feel that it’s an unnecessary step in your makeup routine. But trust me, primers make a world of difference when it comes to applying your foundation smoothly and flawlessly! There are now a number of them that serve as a good base, and also help in moisturizing, healing and treating skin. Here, we list down the best primers at Calyxta that you can use as a base makeup, and moisturizer, too!
GLOSSIER PRIMING MOISTURIZER, P1,850 (now on sale at P1,757.50)
This rising cult favorite primer from the cool girl brand, Glossier, plumps the skin with moisture and help calm redness with its unique formula. It’s never sticky despite the weather.
GIRLACTIK SKIN PRIMER, P1,680 (now on sale at P1,596)
A water-based primer, it is nourishing and makes the perfect base for applying flawless makeup. It amazingly glides on smoothly and absorbs excess oil without clogging pores, giving your skin an even finish. It comes with vegetable squalene that hydrates the skin, and it’s packed with Vitamin E that softens and evens out skin complexion.
BANILA CO. PRIME PRIMER PURITY, P1,150
Especially designed for those with sensitive skin, this wonder primer calms the skin, leaving it looking even better once makeup has been taken off. This wonder product gets sold out easily so make sure you’re on the waiting list to ascertain that you’ll get hold of it soon!
PIXI FLAWLESS & PORELESS PRIMER TRANSLUCENT, P1,360
This is a superstar primer that does it all. It contains skin-loving ingredients: willow bark for natural shine control, salicylic acid for clearing pores, shea butter for nourishing skin, titanium dioxide to protect skin surface, and enantia chlorantha bark for an anti-viral protection. Always easily sold out, so you better put your name at the waiting list!
L’OREAL PARIS TRUE MATCH BLUR CREAM, P400
This is not just an ordinary primer as it acts as a blur cream and sebum-controlling product, too! It instantly blurs away pores and fine lines for smoother, more even-looking skin – the perfect base for foundation.
Text by: Cat Juan Ledesma
