With a heatwave on the horizon and the promise of a sizzling summer, it's the ideal moment to get your skin sun-ready. In the sweltering heat, a hot, sweaty face with the odd patch of sunburn is almost guaranteed, despite slathering on the SPF.
But don't fret, beauty lovers, because we've stumbled upon the e.l.f. Stay Cool Primer Stick, priced at £7 here, which promises to banish all those issues in an instant while also prepping your skin for flawless makeup application. Shoppers are raving about this primer, calling it "perfect" and "amazing" for its impressive performance, and it's definitely earned a spot in our travel beauty kits for our next vacay!
This chill-inducing primer is brimming with cooling ingredients like aloe water, hyaluronic acid, spring water, coconut water, and marine water, all designed to keep your skin cool and moisturised. It aims to plump up your complexion for seamless makeup application while calming any redness or irritation from the sun's rays or allergies, reports the Mirror.
The e.l.f. primer stick is also a game-changer for makeup application on the move. Unlike traditional primers, this solid primer glides on effortlessly after your skincare routine and sets the stage for either a full-coverage foundation or just a touch of concealer. The stick format also makes it perfect for travelling, and can go straight in your hand luggage to help keep your skin cool and hydrated on the plane.
Customers can't stop praising the primer's dual action as a cooling agent and a base for makeup. One happy shopper shared: "The cooling feeling of this is wonderful and not sticky. This helps my skin look amazing, it's going to be perfect for the summer heat!"
Another satisfied user commented: "Made my makeup stay on all day and very cooling. I truly love it and recommend."
A third fan enthused: "It is an amazing base product that helps my makeup look absolutely flawless. Plus I have the Irish pale curse so if I look at the sun too long I end up burnt. This provides great relief for those sunburn days while also providing great layering for makeup."
For those battling skin discolouration and seeking a primer that does more, Makeup Revolution's CC Swirl Primer is the answer. Priced at £6.99 here (originally £9.99), it features a trio of colour-correcting swirls to tackle redness, dark circles, and uneven skin tone.
It's also brimming with vitamin C, which aids in brightening your skin over time, and hyaluronic acid that plumps and hydrates your skin, leaving you with a glowing, radiant complexion. Don't let the summer heat ruin your makeup routine these cooling primers have got your back!