1 mth ago

Best primer for mature skin Expert recommendations to choose

I researched the best face primer as my dermatologist suggested something to help control oil. i have been experiencing my makeup not lasting through the day and getting shiny too quickly. i went through reviews from trusted sources like CNN and Allure and after comparing many options these two kept coming up as the top choices:
Tatcha Liquid Silk Canvas

LANEIGE Glowy Makeup Serum
https://www.amazon.com/LANEIGE-Hydrating-lightweight-texture-smoother/dp/B0968K8M8H?&linkCode=ll1&tag=med0873-20&linkId=903583a6e19fbf106e8b5b79b62b3425&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

Tatcha Liquid Silk Canvas is a featherweight, oil free primer with silk extracts and Hadasei 3 that blurs pores hydrates and extends makeup wear.It protects against pollutants and blue light is non-comedogenic cruelty free and it makes your skin oily free and acts rapidly.
LANEIGE Glowy Makeup Serum is a crystal drop elixir infused with diamond like mineral powder and natural betaine delivering radiant glass skin glow while gripping makeup for all day wear.Oil-free yet deeply hydrating it balances sebum smooths texture and transforms skin into a luminous canvas of light.
However i am having trouble deciding which one would be better for me and i would love to get your expert advice and hoping maybe some makeup artists or skincare enthusiasts on this forum can also share their advice.
i usually have oily skin and wear full face makeup for work. Which one is recommended for me? Any suggestions or advice would be appreciated

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1emma19
2 wks, 2 days ago
It really comes down to whether you need more oil control or more hydration balance. If you are wearing full makeup for long hours, I would generally lean toward the more blurring, oil controlling direction & then add glow strategically on high points after foundation.

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Thefrugalglow
2 wks, 4 days ago
Okatko is spot on—dermatologists rarely prescribe high-end primers, they usually tell you to fix the underlying skincare routine or balance your skin’s pH first.

Honestly, spending $50+ on Tatcha or Laneige to fix mid-day oils is a classic luxury trap. If you have oily skin, the Laneige Serum will turn your face into a grease pan by noon. Tatcha is decent, but you are mostly paying for the heavy glass jar and marketing.

If your makeup isn’t lasting, your skin barrier is likely overproducing sebum to compensate for dehydration or an alkaline pH. Before dropping a fortune on fancy primers, try focusing on ingredients, not brands. A simple Niacinamide serum (like The Ordinary) balances sebum beautifully for a fraction of the cost.

Personally, I stopped buying overpriced ‘magic’ prep products entirely once I realized how much luxury markup we pay for basic ingredients. It’s all about that smart, frugal approach to beauty—getting real results without the Sephora price tag. Save your money!

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Esther_labran
1 mth ago
Honestly, for oily mature skin, I would lean towards the Tatcha Liquid Silk Canvas. It is oil free, blurs those pores, and actually holds up under a full face of makeup. The Laneige one is lovely, no doubt, but it is better suited to dry skin. That glow it gives? On oily skin it can just look a bit shiny and sad by lunchtime.

I have seen both on McGrocer when I am stocking up on my skincare bits. The Tatcha is pricier, I will not lie. But it lasts ages. A tiny dab does the job.

If you want to test it first, grab a mini size. And your dermatologist might suggest a mattifying setting spray to lock everything in. Hope that helps a bit.

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Okatko
1 mth ago
Unusual for a dermatologist to recommend a primer. Not saying that it doesnt happen, it probably does, but its unusual.
- This reply was modified 1 month ago by Okatko.
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