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Our Roundup
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Lumene's Blur Longwear Matte Primer is the dupe with the most similar ingredients. Our matching methodology puts it at an 40% ingredient match!
Of all of the dupes for this product, Catrice's Aqua Splash Grip Primer is the most liked by our community. Our matching algorithm puts it at an 55% overall match!
- Lumene Blur Longwear Matte Primer 1
- Ofir Skin Prep Matte 2
- Peace Out Instant Pore Perfector 3
- Versed Smooth Skin Face Primer 4
- Trend !t Up Hydro + Gripping Primer 5
- W7 Prime Grip Face Primer With Allantoin & Niacinamide 6
- Revolution Beauty Watermelon Hydrating Primer 7
- Artist Couture Prep & Glow Blurring Perfection Primer 8
- Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Grip Primer 9
- Revolution Beauty Superfix Super Grip Primer 10
- Black Radiance Long Lasting & Toning Face Primer 11
- Jeuvenile Skin Perfection Makeup Primer SPF 50+ 12
- Revolution Beauty I Heart Revolution Tasty Watermelon Serum Primer 13
- Catrice Aqua Splash Grip Primer 14
- Catrice The Hydrator Plump & Fresh Primer 15
- Colourpop Pretty Fresh Set It Up Primer 16
- GRWM Cosmetics All About That Base Makeup Prep Squad Primer 17
- Hard Candy Sheer Envy Serum Primer 18
- W7 Cool Prime Cooling Face Primer 19
- Ever Bilena Daily Dose Flawless Filter SPF 60 20
- One/Size by Patrick Starrr Secure the Blur Makeup Magnet Primer 21
- Boots 17. Vitamin Enriched Primer 22
- GRWM Cosmetics All About That Base Makeup Prep Squad Primer 23
Overview
What it is
Face primer with 32 ingredients that contains exfoliants, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and Vitamin E
Cool Features
It is vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe
Suited For
It has ingredients that are good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
It doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates
Lumene Blur Longwear Matte Primer
63% match
with the ingredients and function of Essence Hydro Hero Primer
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free face primers that contain exfoliants, niacinamide and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates. They both contain fragrances and silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots.
Both products are also reef safe.
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Ofir Skin Prep Matte
62% match
with the ingredients and function of Essence Hydro Hero Primer
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free face primers that contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates. They both contain fragrances and silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $14.21 more expensive than the original product.
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Essence Hydro Hero Primer
59% match
with the ingredients and function of Peace Out Instant Pore Perfector
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free face primers that contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid and niacinamide. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $14.01 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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Essence Hydro Hero Primer
58% match
with the ingredients and function of Versed Smooth Skin Face Primer
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free face primers that contain exfoliants and niacinamide. They've got a total of 9 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $13.00 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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Trend !t Up Hydro + Gripping Primer
58% match
with the ingredients and function of Essence Hydro Hero Primer
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan face primers that contain hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates. They both contain fragrances.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots.
Both products are also reef safe.
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W7 Prime Grip Face Primer With Allantoin & Niacinamide
58% match
with the ingredients and function of Essence Hydro Hero Primer
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free face primers that contain hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 8 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots.
Both products are also reef safe.
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Revolution Beauty Watermelon Hydrating Primer
57% match
with the ingredients and function of Essence Hydro Hero Primer
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free face primers that contain hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates. They both contain fragrances.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $3.98 more expensive than the original product.
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Artist Couture Prep & Glow Blurring Perfection Primer
57% match
with the ingredients and function of Essence Hydro Hero Primer
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free face primers that contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates. They both contain fragrances and silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $27.01 more expensive than the original product.
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Essence Hydro Hero Primer
57% match
with the ingredients and function of Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Grip Primer
Dupe Explained
These products are both face primers that contain hyaluronic acid and niacinamide. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $6.51 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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Essence Hydro Hero Primer
56% match
with the ingredients and function of Revolution Beauty Superfix Super Grip Primer
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free face primers that contain hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 12 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates. They both contain fragrances.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $4.01 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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Essence Hydro Hero Primer
56% match
with the ingredients and function of Black Radiance Long Lasting & Toning Face Primer
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free face primers that contain exfoliants and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates. They both contain silicones.
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $1.00 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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Essence Hydro Hero Primer
56% match
with the ingredients and function of Jeuvenile Skin Perfection Makeup Primer SPF 50+
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free face primers that contain AHA, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 15 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates. They both contain fragrances and silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture.
Price Comparison
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Revolution Beauty I Heart Revolution Tasty Watermelon Serum Primer
55% match
with the ingredients and function of Essence Hydro Hero Primer
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free face primers that contain hyaluronic acid and niacinamide. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates. They both contain fragrances.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots.
Both products are also reef safe.
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Catrice Aqua Splash Grip Primer
55% match
with the ingredients and function of Essence Hydro Hero Primer
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free face primers that contain hyaluronic acid and niacinamide. They've got a total of 12 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates. They both contain fragrances.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and dark spots.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $3.01 more expensive than the original product.
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Catrice The Hydrator Plump & Fresh Primer
55% match
with the ingredients and function of Essence Hydro Hero Primer
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free face primers that contain AHA and exfoliants. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates. They both contain fragrances.
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $12.01 more expensive than the original product.
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Colourpop Pretty Fresh Set It Up Primer
55% match
with the ingredients and function of Essence Hydro Hero Primer
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free face primers that contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 9 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils or parabens. They both contain silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $7.01 more expensive than the original product.
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GRWM Cosmetics All About That Base Makeup Prep Squad Primer
54% match
with the ingredients and function of Essence Hydro Hero Primer
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free face primers that contain exfoliants, niacinamide and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils or parabens. They both contain fragrances and silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and dark spots.
Both products are also reef safe.
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Hard Candy Sheer Envy Serum Primer
54% match
with the ingredients and function of Essence Hydro Hero Primer
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free face primers that contain hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
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W7 Cool Prime Cooling Face Primer
54% match
with the ingredients and function of Essence Hydro Hero Primer
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free face primers that contain exfoliants and niacinamide. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $0.40 more expensive than the original product.
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Essence Hydro Hero Primer
53% match
with the ingredients and function of Ever Bilena Daily Dose Flawless Filter SPF 60
Dupe Explained
These products are both face primers that contain exfoliants, hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 15 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates. They both contain fragrances and silicones.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing.
Price Comparison
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One/Size by Patrick Starrr Secure the Blur Makeup Magnet Primer
52% match
with the ingredients and function of Essence Hydro Hero Primer
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free face primers that contain exfoliants and niacinamide. They've got a total of 8 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates. They both contain silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and dark spots.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $29.01 more expensive than the original product.
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Essence Hydro Hero Primer
51% match
with the ingredients and function of Boots 17. Vitamin Enriched Primer
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free face primers that contain niacinamide and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 9 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates. They both contain fragrances and silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots.
Both products are also reef safe.
Price Comparison
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GRWM Cosmetics All About That Base Makeup Prep Squad Primer
50% match
with the ingredients and function of Essence Hydro Hero Primer
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free face primers that contain niacinamide and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 9 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils or parabens. They both contain fragrances and silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and dark spots.
Both products are also reef safe.
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