7 drugstore primers so good you'd think they cost the big bucks

If it's a dewy finish you're down to dial up, look no further than this formula; it's practically a fresh flush in a bottle. With hydrating beads packed in for a hit of added skin care, it's stunning layered under makeup or worn alone. And don't stress; it's more of a 'rosy glow' than a 'redness' type of pink.

$29.95 at Priceline

Control shine in a flash with this smoothing, perfecting primer. Able to zap oil and refine the appearance of oversized pores, it's got blurring effects your face will want to write you endless thank you notes for! It'll prep skin perfectly for the foundation to come, but with said blurring benefits, you won't need nearly as much. Big win!

$10.49 at Priceline

Prefer a putty-style primer? It doesn't get much better than this velvety fan-fave from e.l.f. Infused with hyaluronic acid and vegan collagen, it delivers a wash of believable radiance that'll ensure foundation glides onto skin and stays put (while simultaneously staying glowy) for the long haul.

$22 at Priceline

Putting a barrier between acne-prone skin and makeup is always a good idea, especially when the primer happens to reduce redness and ease inflammation as it works. This is the type of product that you won't feel guilty about applying, even in the midst of a major breakout, and those are few and far between.

$19.95 at Big W

A multipurpose primer through and through, it's equipped to neutralise unwanted redness (that's what the majestic teal tones are for), hydrate and brighten the skin (hyaluronic acid and vitamin C in the house), and set your face up for success in the 'makeup that actually stays looking flawless' stakes.

$20 at Priceline

This oil-free option combats all the concerns that come with shine-prone skin (overly obvious pores, patches of grease, makeup disappearing after five minutes on your face, never to be seen again). It'll blur and smooth the skin, while also creating a wall that stops your skin from greedily gobbling up your precious foundation.

$16.95 at Priceline

A primer we'd recommend to any friend with a combo skin type, it's an oil-free, hydrating option that creates a flawless canvas for foundation (and helps to gloss over any fine lines it might be tempted to settle into). It's a featherlight formula that won't clog pores in the slightest, but it will extend the life of your glam by a mile.

$21.99 at Chemist Warehouse