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7 Best Makeup Primers for Summer

Summer can be uncomfortably hot, but these top-performing primers will give your makeup the foundation it needs to withstand the heat all day long.

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Ashley Karah photographed by Eddie Prince Jr. for L'OFFICIEL Baltics March 2020

There's no feeling worse than when your makeup feels too thick amidst the unbearably hot summer air. However, between summer nights out and sprints to the office, makeup can sometimes still be a necessity. To keep your coverage secure, the first step is prepping your face with a good primer. Whether you want something with heavier coverage or a lighter product, these primers will have your face prepped for a smooth and clean makeup application.

Join L'OFFICIEL, as we break down our favorite products for a glowy sunkissed face.

Charlotte Tilburry Wonderglow

Charlotte Tilbury products have been running low at makeup stores as eager shoppers drop in hoping to get their hands on them. However, a somewhat underrated product is the brand's makeup primer. It's light, offers little coverage, enough for a day after the beach, or great as a base for a full face.

Charlotte Tilburry Wonderglow, $55

Charlotte Tilburry Wonderglow Face Primer in screw cap bottle
Bottle of Tatcha liquid silk canvas primer.
Tatcha Liquid Silk Canvas Primer

Coming in a charming light lilac bottle, the Tatcha's makeup primer also looks good on any bathroom countertop. Known to make skin feel silky soft, this primer creates a clean surface to layer heavier products.

Tatcha Liquid Silk Canvas Primer, $52

Benefit Cosmetics The Porefessional Pore Minimizing Primer

With over 300,000 loves on Sephora's website, this product takes the cake year after year. If you don't own it, someone you know does. For those who are looking to get that glass-like complexion, this primer is ideal for combatting large pores and oily skin. 

Benefit Cosmetics The Porefessional Pore Minimizing Primer, $32

The POREfessional Primer by Benefit Cosmetics.
Fenty Beauty Filt'r Instant Retouch Primer in Matte.
Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Instant Retouch Primer

Rihanna always kills it with her Fenty Beauty line, with high-quality products ranging in all tones and all skin types. This primer comes in a matte finish which is ideal for turning your summertime sweat into a glistening glow.

Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Instant Retouch Primer, $34

PYT Beauty Baby Got Base Face Primer

For those who want to opt for a more low-key primer, PYT Beauty offers a good quality product at a lower price point. Silicone-free and rich with oils that are good for your skin, this will not lead to heavy summer breakouts. Not to mention, PYT Beauty is Animal Cruelty-Free and Leaping Bunny certified.

PYT Beauty Baby Got Base Face Primer, $18

PYT Beauty Baby Got Base Face Primer in red tube.
MAKE UP FOR EVER Redness Corrector Primer for 24 hour wear.
Make Up For Ever Step 1 Primer Color Corrector

When your face reddens in the summer heat, a color corrector is the way to go. Make Up For Ever came up with a primer solution. Tinted greenish-yellow, the primer aims at muting the redness and providing a smooth foundation for your foundation. The product is vegan (yay!), and great for long-time wear and uneven skin.

Make Up For Ever Step 1 Primer Color Corrector, $37

Dior Airflash Radiance Mist Primer & Setting Spray

When Dior introduced its Airflash Radiance Mist Primer, which also doubles as setting spray, it was a hit. Hard to get your hands on, this product ensures that your makeup will stay set all day. It is like an ultra-hold hairspray but for your face. Coming in a clean luxurious tube, the Dior primer will make you feel expensive.

Dior Airflash Radiance Mist Primer & Setting Spray, $50

Dior's Airflash Radiance Mist Primer & Setting Spray for an airbrushed look.

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