A facial primer is a makeup product that helps you get a smooth, even surface for your face. Non-silicone primers are a great way to prep your face for foundation, and they're also great for people with dry skin. Here are some of the best non-silicone primers on the market today.
$71.00
It is lightweight, non-greasy, clean & vegan product primer. A little goes a long way and it smoothes out your skin. ...So happy to find a new silicone free makeup primer....Lightweight / clean primer...Silicone free!
What it is: A clean, silicone-free, ultra-breathable primer that protects against harmful environmental stressors and preps skin for seamless makeup application.
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Beta Glucan: Helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
- Hibiscus: Helps to protect against free-radical damage.
- Mastic: Helps to mattify and refine skin throughout the day.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, triclosan, and triclocarban, and contains less than one percent of synthetic fragrances.
$52.00
No Silicones...This is made without silicones! Since my skin can be oily, I try to avoid silicones because I don’t want any more congestion, or issues with acne....BEST SILICONE PRIMER...A MUST HAVE!!! this is a silicone primer and wont work for you if you have water based makeup!!
What it is: A lightweight, universal primer that helps makeup last longer, blurs imperfections, and delivers up to 24 hours of hydration for an enhanced complexion.
What Else You Need to Know: BACKSTAGE is a collection of makeup-artist essentials, designed to suit all skin tones, used at the Dior runway shows, and inspired by the energy backstage. This primer creates a naturally-enhanced, even, and luminous complexion for a touch-up effect and foundation that lasts all day.
Clinical Results: In an instrumental test on 15 subjects:
- Helps reduce appearance of pores by 45%
In an instrumental test on 11 subjects:
- Up to 24 hours of continuous hydration
$47.00
This is a great non-silicone primer to use before makeup. It works well with my bb cream and does a decent job of blurring pores. ...Very nice silicone-free primer!...I was excited to see this was silicone free! Because I don't like the slick silicone primers, I really liked the texture of this.
What it is: An ultra-lightweight and breathable water-based face primer that blurs and refines the look of pores while ensuring a long-lasting, even makeup application.
Finish: Natural
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Water 73%: Ultra lightweight and gentle on skin.
- Vitamin E Derivative: Provides antioxidant benefits.
- Glycerin: Contributes to smooth application.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance.
$57.00
moisturizing, non-silicone based primer. like it a lot!...Finally a primer that has no silicones, I believe primers with silicone or dimethicone makes skin too oily.
What it is: A replenishing face primer that hydrates, smooths, and brightens for a dewy, healthy-looking complexion.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination
Concerns: Dryness
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Coconut Water: Hydrates skin.
- Probiotics: Boosts skin’s visible radiance and elasticity.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens. It is also vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.
$63.00
I love this primer, its so lightweight & airy, with a luxurious consistency. ...I had been looking for a silicone-free primer for a long time and this one does everything that I want it to do: it blurry slightly, improved longevity, and helps my BB creams cover my under eye circles!
What it is:
A makeup primer that's specifically beneficial for oily and combination skin types.
What it does:
A silky gel emulsion, rich in natural ingredients, Prep + Prime Natural Radiance hydrates and primes to improve foundation or powder application, control oil, and promote smooth texture. Vitamins E and C protect with antioxidants, while caffeine calms skin. Illuminating pearl powders reflect optic radiance. The formula disappears upon application, resulting in a beautiful glow. The formula controls shine, provides long-term hydration, and improves radiance while smoothing and softening the look of skin.
What else you need to know:
This product is silicone-free.
$46.00
The primer for oily skin...I love the texture of this primer. It doesn’t feel tacky when applied like any other silicone based primers. ...Feels very similar to a silicone primer but without the yucky ingredients.
What it is: A cooling, face-priming gel that visibly smooths and brightens skin while creating a makeup-gripping base.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Pores, Dullness, and Oiliness
Formulation: Lightweight Gel
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Probiotic Extracts: Enhance visible smoothness and support skin’s barrier.
- Yuzu: Visibly brightens.
- Willowherb: Soothes blemish-prone skin.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is gluten-free and cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: This clean, effective priming gel feels cooling and refreshing to apply. It’s dermatologist tested and non-comedogenic, is silicone-free, and does not contai
$54.00
So the last couple of years, I've been experimenting with a bunch of non-silicone ones. Tatcha liquid primer has been my favorite, but I felt it wasn't special enough for the price tag. ...I can not use silicone heavy primers, my skin gets massive acne from the silicones clogging pores.
What It Is: A silicone-free primer that preps the skin for long-lasting makeup, minimizes pores and creates a soft-focus, natural matte finish.
Coverage: Light
Finish: Matte
Formulation: Liquid
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, talc, phthalates, and sulfates SLS & SLES. It is also cruelty-free.
ITEM: 2770352
Size: 0.44 oz / 12.5 g
$49.00
I’ve been using the non-comedogenic...I’ve been using the non-comedogenic mattifying primer stick. It controls shine, minimizes pores, and keeps my makeup flawless for hours. ...Just got my hands on the Pore Eclipse Matte Blur Stick from @milkmakeup and I'm obsessed! 🌟 This non-comedogenic, 98% natural, silicone-free wonder controls shine, locks in makeup for up to 16 hours, and blurs pores like a dream. ✨ With ingredients like charcoal, tea tree oil, bakuchiol, and niacinamide, it smooths, detoxifies, and absorbs oil for a soft matte finish without caking or drying.
What It Is: A non-comedogenic mattifying and blurring primer stick that controls shine on the go and locks on makeup for up to 16 hours while minimizing the look of pores.
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Lentil extract and Charcoal: absorbs oil to control shine
- Niacinamide and Bakuchiol: help smooth skin texture and minimize the look of pores and fine lines
- Tea Tree Oil: helps tone and soothe skin
Ingredient Callouts: This product is cruelty-free and vegan.
$48.50
Non greasy, without that silicone feeling I hate! ...My favourite green/non-toxic/organic primer...This is the best glowing primer I have found, not sure if it extends the longevity of my makeup but it for sure illuminates.
Which skin type is it good for?
✔ Normal
✔ Oily
✔ Combination
✔ Dry
✔ Sensitive
What it is:
A lightweight primer formulated with coconut alkanes in an antioxidant-rich, organic base of botanical juices infused with an age-defying serum.
Solutions for:
- Dryness
- Fine lines and wrinkles
If you want to know more…
Phyto Pigments Illuminating Primer is formulated to illuminate skin, smooth the appearance of lines and wrinkles, and blur imperfections for a flawless complexion and naturally beautiful radiance. It hydrates skin and controls oil with coconut alkanes and organic glycerin.
ITEM: 2792877
Size: 1 oz / 30 mL
$41.00
The formula is lightweight, non-sticky, and blends effortlessly into my skin. ...I’m obsessed with this primer! It’s hydrating and non irritating, and It makes my skin look really dewy and glowy.
What it is: A clean, long-wearing, illuminating primer that grips makeup for up to 12 hours and hydrates with hyaluronic acid for a soft, radiant, golden-hour glow.
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Blue Agave Extract: Grips makeup for up to 12 hours.
- Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide: Hydrate and smooth for plumper-looking skin.
- Light-Reflecting Pearls: Add a warm, luminous glow.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.
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