Makeup primers are now considered an important part of every skin regime. All makeup artists swear by these primers. They are used to smoothen and prep the skin before applying makeup. Hence, they are called primers.

There are separate primers available in the market for eyes, face, lips, and they come in different shades and they are usually available in the form of a gel. Most primers contain these ingredients- Tocopheryl acetate (skin conditioning antioxidant), Propylene glycol (moisturizer), Retinyl palmitate (combats flakiness and increases skin suppleness), Cyclomethicone (silicon grease reducer), Dimethicone crosspolymer (protects skin), etc.

These primers make things easier when it comes to applying foundation and the rest of your makeup, because they smooth out most of your facial fine lines. This smoothing effect last for almost a whole day. These primers help foundation and makeup last longer. They also help prevent smudging, creasing, cracking or melting, etc.

Many makeup primers cover open pores, oily skin, facial blemishes, age spots, discolorations and even scars. They are especially effective in hiding sunken scars or pits in the skin. Women who use primers have discovered that they need less foundation after they have primed their skin.

These primers can also be used as a stand-alone product if you are in a hurry. They have the effect of making your skin look dewy, which is quite suitable for an ultra-natural look. Many women choose to apply their makeup directly after applying the primer, leaving out foundation creams and powders entirely.

Makeup primers come in different types and many of them actually help to battle dry skin, prevent skin conditions, offer sun protection, have oil reduction properties or hydrating properties, etc.

Once you have chosen one that suits your skin best, apply the primer just as you would apply moisturizer. Using a sponge, apply a little of the primer gel on your skin. Use your fingertips instead of the sponge to apply the primer on hard to reach places, like mouth corners or eyes. Proceed to apply the rest of your makeup. Keep in mind that there are separate primers for eyes, etc, use them accordingly.