The question is, how do you find the perfect base for you? 'Primers today come in all forms and are targeted for all skin types,' says Karl Hodson, make-up expert and Laura Mercier Education Manager.

No longer the slippery, silicone-heavy formulas of years past, modern primers now aim to flood skin with hydration and brightness - all while extending the longevity of your make-up. If you find ...

A great silicone-based primer. Now, before you disagree, I know silicone-based primers have had a bad reputation in the past, specifically when it comes to clogging pores and breakouts.