The Best Primers to Keep Your Skin Hydrated This Winter

Colder days are here, and our skin is feeling the effects.

During the winter season our skin can become dry and irritated, causing our makeup to pill or flake.

Adding a hydrating primer to your makeup routine can make a world of difference and is the secret to long lasting makeup. Specifically made to create a smooth, even base for products, a hydrating primer will also lock in moisture and protect your skin from the harsh elements this winter.

We have gathered a list of primers that will keep your skin hydrated and healthy this winter so you can find the one that is the right match for you.

Sculpted by Aimee Beauty Base – €25

The Beauty Base is an all-in-one base for your makeup. It not only acts as a primer to make your makeup last, but it moisturises and protects you skin as it contains hyaluronic acid and SPF30.

This product can also be worn by itself for radiant glow and protection against UVA and UVB rays.

KASH Beauty Radiant Canvas Primer – €21.95

This dewy primer makes sure your makeup stays put while also making your skin feel refreshed. Sometimes we can fear that dewy actually ends up looking greasy but worry not, this product contains ceramides which control oils and lock in moisture. The addition of avocado oil also helps to nourish and repair the skin.

Apply the Radiant Canvas Primer as a base and allow it to sit on the skin for a few minutes before applying your foundation for the best results.

REFY Glow and Sculpt Primer – €30

For those who want that “glass-like” look this primer is for you. The Glow and Sculpt Primer is a skincare and makeup hybrid product. It’s niacinamide and glycerin formula helps brighten, smooth and leave skin visibly hydrated.

This product not only makes you look as though you are glowing from within, but it also provides a tacky textured base which grips your makeup, making it last longer.

BY SK Radiant Primer – €9.20

This primer is perfect for those who want something lightweight yet still nourishes and hydrates their skin. This coconut scented primer not only locks in moisture but also boosts collagen, repairing the skin.

This product can also be worn on its own to brighten the appearance of dull skin for the days when you don’t feel like wearing a full face of makeup.

NYX Plump Right Back – €13.95

Plump Right Back is packed with moisturising ingredients that won’t make your skin look oily. This lightweight primer will leave your skin plump, smooth and ready to apply your makeup.

Top tip with this product is to store it in the fridge (yes, you heard correctly, the fridge) to make your application feel extra refreshing.

MAC Studio Radiance Moisturising + Illuminating Silky Primer – €36

This primer by MAC is filled with hydrating and smoothing ingredients such as jojoba oil, glycerin, squalane and niacinamide, preparing your skin for a smooth and effortless makeup application.

This product also illuminating properties that promises a radiant appearance for up to eight hours.

Primers not only act as a base to grip your makeup all day long but also as an extra layer of protection against the harsh elements.

With the right product you can keep your skin soft, nourished and healthy even on the coldest days. With the number of products on the market it can feel like mission impossible to find the right match for you but hopefully this list has set you on track.

Here’s to flake-free makeup this party season!

Words by Sorcha Keane