Your Makeup Isn’t Reaching Its Full Potential Unless You Know This Primer Trick

According to Nguyen, face primers allow for smoother makeup application and help promote the longevity of your makeup when applied correctly. “You can apply primer to certain areas of your face where the skin tends to be more oily, such as the T-zone, or you can apply it all over your face,” explains Nguyen. He recommends applying face prime after using your favorite moisturizer—think of primer as the base on which you’ll build the rest of your makeup on. 

Nguyen’s top primer trick? Correctly identifying what primer will best cater to your skin type. Depending on your skin type, a primer can help reduce or even erase dryness, discoloration, hyperpigmentation, and other imperfections. Some primers can also help those with oily skin. Primer is truly a miracle product in that it not only helps create your makeup look but also helps ensure longer wear.

Primer can make a big difference in the final result, trust me! Ready to upgrade your makeup application game with Nguyen’s help? Read on to discover his favorite primer, plus the ones Who What Wear beauty editors recommend. You’ll want to get your hands on one before you reach for your makeup again.