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If youre prone to breakouts, this is a step you wont want to skip.

When it comes to my morning makeup routine, applying primer is the step I often tend to overlook.

But its also one of the biggest game changers.

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To find out more and to figure out which primer will be the best for you keep reading.

Dr. Murphy-Rose recommends looking for ingredients like kaolin clay and zinc PCA to help absorb acne-promoting oils.

Another great ingredient for oily skin?

e.l.f. Blemish Control Face Primer

Avoid pore-clogging ingredients like rich butters or waxes, cautions Dr. Murphy-Rose.

Shop The Best Primers For Acne-Prone Skin

In a hurry?

Here are the best primers for acne-prone skin:

1.

e.l.f. Skin Perfecting Matte Putty Primer

It stays on your skin for a longer period of time.

Best Primer For Shiny Skin & Acne

Another greate.l.f.

I put this on early morning under my foundation and had a LONG hard day at work.

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Face Primer SPF 50

It looked a lot better than I felt.

I used the matte formula and love it.

I never write reviews, but this was worth it!

Glo Skin Beauty Tinted Primer with SPF 30

I have moderate acne [and] rosacea so everything seems to cause inflammation.

The best part of the primer is that it keeps your moisturizer sealed all day!

Seriously, no feeling tightness or flushing, makeup cracking mid-afternoon.

Rescue Balm +Red Correct from Hero Cosmetics

I also use a mineral powder foundation and have had zero issues with caking.

Can’t say enough good things about this.

A derm favorite pick, Dr. Engleman likes it for its oil-free formula and semi-matte finish.

Elizabeth Arden Flawless Start Instant Perfecting Primer

I saw this one and hoped it would sit nicely under makeup, and it really does.

No breakouts or other skin reactions so far.

Happy with this purchase.

She says, I really enjoy this color corrector with tons of skin care benefits.

Most primers have silicones, which can break me out, but this one doesn’t.

[This product] actively neutralizes any redness/discoloration from acne and doesnt oxidize!

It keeps my skin moisturized all day but doesnt leave me looking greasy.

It doesnt crease and is perfect on its own or as a primer under foundation.

I also love that it contains aloe to alleviate inflammation and irritation, says Dr. Engleman.

Key Ingredients:Hyaluronic Acid, Silica, Aloe |Size:1.59 oz |Silicone-Free:No