what is makeup primer

Makeup primer is a cream that is applied before other cosmetics to improve coverage and lengthen the amount of time the cosmetic lasts on the face. There are different types of cosmetic primers such as foundation primer, eyelid primer, under-eye primer, lip primer, mascara primer, and mattifying primers. Primers can enhance many parts of your beauty routine, including filling in fine lines and blurring imperfections, creating a less porous surface for your makeup, and sealing the pores to prevent shine and makeup from building up too much. Some foundation primers may work like a moisturizer, absorb oil with salicylic acid to aid in creating a less oily, more matte appearance, contain antioxidants such as A, C, and E, or other ingredients such as grape seed extract and green tea extract. Some primers may also have sun protection factor (SPF) . Tinted foundation primers are also available to even out or improve skin tone or color, while others give a pearlized finish to make the complexion more light reflective.