Primer is an essential component for creating an impeccable and long-lasting makeup look. However, finding the perfect primer can be challenging, especially for dry skin. It’s crucial to avoid patchiness and clumping makeup. By the end of this guide, you’ll know exactly what the best primer is for you!
What Is Primer?!
Great question, what is primer?! The purpose of primer is to evenly fill in your pores, creating a smooth canvas for a flawless finish. For those with dry skin, the key is to focus on hydration. Patchy makeup can be a huge issue for dry skin, so focusing on hydration is the best way to avoid it.
Prepping your skin beforehand can also help, follow the steps below to prep your skin:
- Wash Your Face: Start by washing your face with a cleanser. If you have dry skin, use a hydrating cleanser and pat dry once done.
- Moisturize: Next, apply a moisturizer.
- Apply Sunscreen: After moisturizing, apply some SPF! If you find that your makeup is patchy with the combination of SPF, moisturizer, and primer, you can use an SPF moisturizer as an alternative.
Key Ingredients to Look for in Your Primer!
When it comes to primer, it’s important to consider what you’re putting on your skin. Knowing what to look for will give you a good idea of what will work and what won’t. The following ingredients provide much-needed hydration, which applies across makeup and skincare products. Keep these in mind!
- Vitamin E is a great way to nourish your skin, and incorporating it into your skincare routine will be beneficial! Vitamin E can also help soothe dry skin and provide moisture. If you’d like to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles it helps with that too. When used in primer, Vitamin E helps to create a smooth base for your makeup and can help it last longer!
- Hyaluronic acid has been all over the internet recently. This ingredient has a ton of power when it comes to skincare and makeup! The primary purpose of hyaluronic acid is to plump and hydrate your skin. It is also believed to help with anti-aging. With consistent use, it can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and can help stimulate collagen production.
- Glycerin is another popular ingredient in the world of beauty products. Being a humectant, it attracts water to your skin, which helps to keep it happy and hydrated. This unique property helps to better absorb skincare ingredients, making it a popular ingredient in skincare products. In makeup, glycerin helps to make it more spreadable and long-lasting without fading. It’s a great ingredient to have in your primer!
What Primer Types Are Best For Dry Skin?!
Great question! Now that you have everything in the skincare realm of primer, let’s go over the best formulas for you. Dry skin should prioritize formulas that are hydrating to avoid issues such as patching and pilling.
Finish
The finish of your primer depends on what you’re looking for and what makeup look you do! Make sure to look for the hydrating ingredients we went over above. Using a thicker primer can help to smooth any rough patches or dry areas, which can be useful for a flawless finish.
Water VS. Silicone-Based Primer
Let’s quickly go over water and silicone-based makeup! The world of makeup can be confusing and this is a common mistake beginners make. In this case, not using the correct bases can result in a patchy, uneven, finish. To avoid this, it’s important to understand the difference between water and silicone-based makeup.
- Water-Based Makeup: Contains a lightweight feel and has water as it’s base ingredient. Those with dry or sensitive skin can benefit from this. Typically water based makeup will hydrate your skin without clogging your pores.
- Silicone-Based Makeup: On the other hand, silicone-based makeup has silicone as the base and will create a smooth texture on your skin. Silicone-based makeup does a great job of withstanding itself in heat and is known to be long-lasting.
When it comes to dry skin, you want to use water-based primer! To check if a primer or foundation is water based look at the ingredients list and find “Aqua” or “Water” as the first or second ingredient. If there are no mentions of silicone or oil up to the fourth or fifth ingredient, you’re good!
Gel-Based Primer For Dry Skin
Gel-based primers are a great choice for those with dry skin. They aim to keep your skin hydrated while giving you a smooth base. This makes them great for your skin because they provide moisture. Additionally, they help your makeup stay put for hours in hot weather.
Another amazing thing about gel-based primers is that they come in a variety of options, such as luminous or matte finishes. This means that you’ll be able to find one that suits your needs perfectly!
Liquid Primer
Liquid primer is an excellent choice for hydrating your skin and helping makeup blend easily. The good news is that most primers are liquid-based! Just make sure to choose one with hydrating ingredients that will leave a dewy finish.
There you have it – a guide on how to find the perfect primer for dry skin! It can be challenging, but with the right ingredients and knowledge of what to look for (which you now have), it won’t be too difficult. For more information on makeup for dry skin, check out our guide! And don’t forget to subscribe to the Beginner’s Guide to Makeup to stay up-to-date on the latest makeup tips for beginners!
