When it comes to reducing the appearance of pores, a great mattifying primer might just be your best bet. Sure, you can always try an exfoliating treatment or re-up your retinol use, but a good pore-filling primer is going to make the most noticeable difference. Just add a layer of the stuff, andvoila — your skin will look flawless and your makeup will glide on like silk. Keep reading to see a few of our favorite options.
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Good for combination skin, this primer blurs out your pores and mattifies your skin. And even though it does a good job eliminating shine, it also won't leave you looking too dry. You can even skip the foundation when you use it!
One of the OG cult favorite primers in the makeup world, this one will all but eliminate your pores. It's a beauty guru staple because since it really makes your makeup glide on like silk. It's recommended for people with normal to combination skin.
Tatcha's primer helps your makeup look amazing all day. It has a satin-y texture that instantly blurs your pores, fine lines and other imperfections. And thanks to the brand's Hadasei-3 superfood concoction, it also comes with skin care benefits to spare.
This well-loved primer has a lightweight consistency that feels like a second skin. It mattifies while also adding a youthful glow to your look, and of course, it diminishes those unwanted pores. It's a great choice for all skin types, even sensitive and acne-prone.
