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This is an update from a previous post about makeup primer and remover to provide additional information about their uses, and new products. Makeup primer and remover are considered essential elements of a beauty regiment. Makeup primer is applied after moisturizer and before makeup. The use of a makeup primer serves several purposes. These include serving as a protective shield between the skin and makeup, reducing the appearance of oil or shine, and increasing the longevity of your makeup application. Makeup primer also smooths the surface of the skin and helps to conceal blemishes and fine lines. There are various types of primers that can be applied underneath foundation, eye shadow, and lipstick. It is important to consider your skin type (e.g., oily versus dry) in choosing a makeup primer.6
Removing makeup at the end of the day is also important. Skin cells rejuvenate while sleeping and makeup can clog the pores and impede cell rejuvenation. The failure to remove makeup can also irritate and damage the skin. There are different types of makeup removers that serve different purposes. These include products for the face, lips and eyes, as well as oil-based removers, and portable wipes. Again, you should consider your skin type in selecting a makeup remover.4
There are several options for makeup primer and remover among black owned brands. See the tables below for more information. I encourage you to review products on company websites to identify those that work for you.
Happy Shopping!
Makeup Primers
| Company Name | Name of Product(s) | Size | Features |
| Bahi | Oily Skin Primer
Dry Skin Primer |
2 oz.
2 oz. |
Smooths away pores |
| BLAC | Prime-Prefix Face Primer | 1 oz. | Reduces shine |
| Danessa Myricks Beauty | Prism FX Hydrating Lotion | 3 oz. | Liquid elixir that also works as a primer |
| Joy Lorraine Cosmetics
|
Eye and Lip Primer
Face Primer Pore Perfecting Primer |
.10 oz
1.0 oz. 1.0 oz. |
Waterproof
Softens fine lines & wrinkles Reduces the appearance of pores and wrinkles |
| Ká Oir | Primer (Eye and Lip) | 3 g | Waterproof |
| Luv + Co. | Face and Eye Primer | Pre-makeup base | |
| Magnolia | Eye Fix | Eye Primer | |
| Plain Jane Beauty | Time to Prime – Makeup Primer | 1.2 oz. | Plant based and vegan |
Makeup Removers
| Company Name | Name of Product | Size or Type |
Features
|
| B.A.A.B.S | Make-up Eraser | Cloth | Lasts 1000 washes |
| Beauty Bakerie | Lip Whip Remover | Wipe | 50 Wipes |
| Best Face Forward | Oil Free Eye Makeup Remover
Here Today, Gone Tomorrow |
6.5 oz.
Wipes |
Oil free
Removes all traces of makeup |
| Danessa Myricks Beauty | Essential Eye and Lip Makeup Remover | .125 oz | Gentle formula |
| Joy Lorraine Cosmetics | Dual Action Makeup Remover
Makeup Remover Wipes |
4.3 oz.
Wipe |
Removes waterproof makeup
25 wipes |
| Luv & Co. | Organic Makeup Remover | Organic no rinse makeup remover | |
| Plain Jane Beauty | Micellar Makeup Remover | 4.4 oz. | Removes tough makeup |
| Tyra Beauty | Pop It Clean | Wipes | 12 or 24 pods, For on the go |
| Vera Moore Cosmetics | Eye Makeup Remover | 1.0 oz. | Removes waterproof and non-waterproof eye makeup |
More information can be found from the following references for this article.
- Derrick, Julyne. “What is Primer: And do I need it? 24, September, 2017. https://www.liveabout.com/what-is-makeup-primer-and-do-i-need-it-346076
- Lamont-Djite, Tara. “Get it off! All you need to know about makeup removers.” 31 July, 2012. https://www.beautylish.com/a/vcsis/get-it-off-all-you-need-to-know-about-makeup-removers
- Noor, Syeda Farah “Benefits of using a makeup primer.” 9 December, 2015. https://www.boldsky.com/beauty/make-up-tips/2015/benefits-of-using-a-makeup-primer-094242.html
- Smith, Mary. “How to choose makeup remover.” https://beauty.onehowto.com/article/how-to-choose-makeup-remover-9574.html
- Uniprix. “The importance of proper makeup removal and cleansing.” 15 June, 2015. https://www.uniprix.com/en/tips/3/dermo-cosmetic/importance-proper-makeup-removal-cleansing
- WikiHow. “How to choose makeup primer.” https://www.wikihow.com/Choose-Makeup-Primer
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