Her World Beauty Awards 2022: Best primers, concealers and loose powders

SHU UEMURA UNLIMITED BLOCK:BOOSTER PROTECTIVE MOISTURE PRIMER SPF50+/PA+++, $67

1/5

A face primer that not only leaves skin instantly smoother, but helps keep excess shine at bay too. Also protects against harmful UV rays. Comes in two shades.

“I liked that it’s water-based, and it kept my skin hydrated throughout the day.”
BEST ANTI-SHINE/ MATTIFYING MAKEUP PRIMER

MAC STUDIO FIX MATTIFINE 12HR SHINE-CONTROL PRIMER, $59

2/5

An innovative gel-to-powder primer that keeps sebum and shine in check, while improving skin texture and minimising the appearance of enlarged pores.

“It left my complexion looking smooth and healthy, thanks to a soft-focus blurring effect.”
BEST CONCEALER FOR DARK CIRCLES

NUDESTIX NUDEFIX CREAM CONCEALER, $43

3/5

A lightweight skincare-infused concealer that offers buildable coverage. Comes in 12 shades.

“Super easy to blend, and disappears seamlessly into skin.”
BEST ALL-OVER CONCEALER

NARS SOFT MATTE COMPLETE CONCEALER, $46

4/5

A full-coverage, oil-free concealer that contains a soft-focus blurring powder and light-diffusing spheres, alongside skincare actives to effectively hide imperfections. Comes in 14 shades.

“It adheres well under the eyes to conceal dark circles, and covers pimples and scars easily too.”
BEST LOOSE POWDER

CLE DE PEAU BEAUTE TRANSLUCENT LOOSE POWDER, $195

5/5

A luxurious face powder with a light-empowering enhancer to give complexion a soft glow. Comes in two shades.

“Love the ultra-fine texture that sets makeup superbly and makes skin look flawless.”