4 Top Primer Picks and Essential Tips From the Beautylish Team

Save the term “cakey” for describing a plate of desserts, not your foundation.

Beautylish team members dish about what it takes to achieve flawless, second-skin makeup. Hint: It’s all in the primer.

Check out our holy grail primer picks that you should add to cart ASAP.

Embryolisse Lait-Crème Sensitive, $32

“I’m very casual with my application: just smooth on the moisturizer with my fingers, give it a moment to absorb a bit, and then gently blend my foundation with my fingers. The moisturizer helps the foundation glide over my skin, so it’s quick and easy to blend out.”

Rori G., Head of People Operations (Skin type: Dry/Sensitive)

Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer, $24

“I apply a small pump at a time in each section of my face, focusing on areas that have more texture. I really massage it into the skin, and once the surface of my skin looks and feels smooth, then I apply my foundation.”

Monica O., Beauty Advisor (Skin type: Combination/Dry)

BY TERRY Brightening CC Serum in Rose Elixir, $79

“Before using the BY TERRY Brightening CC Serum, I always cleanse and then I apply one pump to dry skin after moisturizing. This product can also be added to your foundation or tinted moisturizer for a more all-over glow. This elixir is amazing for giving a beautiful brightened and fresh face look. It’s great for those with drier skin types as well because it contains a blend of hydrating ingredients to give your skin a much-needed hydration boost.”

Jazmine W., Customer Experience Manager (Skin type: Normal/Dry)

Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré, $17

“My holy grail primer/moisturizer is the Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré. I apply it to the skin before foundation application. Wait at least 5-10 minutes before applying foundation and concealer.”

LaTonya M., Beauty Advisor (Skin type: Normal)