Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations.

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation.

Thewet n wild MegaLast Eyeshadow Primeris an affordable drugstore option that was easy to apply and never creased.

Three examples of person testing eyeshadow primers

Byrdie

Eyeshadow can be a tricky makeup product.

Think of how you prepare your skin with amoisturizeror primer beforeapplying foundation.

To see if a good eyeshadow primer truly makes a difference, Itested15 over four weeks.

MILK MAKEUP Hydro Grip Eyeshadow and Concealer Primer

PHOTO: Sephora

I considered price point, formula, performance, and how it lengthened the wear of my eye makeup.

Here are the primers that stood out from the rest.

First, the product was very easy to apply, and it spread evenly, making eyeshadow program seamless.

Site Loop: Person’s face before and after using Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Eyeshadow and Concealer Primer.

It honestly feels like wearing nothingthe formula is so lightweight and leaves a smooth finish.

As a bonus, this product has multiple uses; it can also prime the under-eye area beforeapplying concealer.

But after a few tries, I figured out the perfect amount.

wet n wild Megalast Eyeshadow Primer

PHOTO: Amazon

This is a product that I feel would last me several months since a little goes areallylong way.

It is currently only available in one shade, so we hope Rare Beauty introduces more soon.

First, they can be worn alone or layered with other eyeshadows.

Siteloop: Persons face after using wet n wild Megalast Eyeshadow Primer

Simply apply the primer using the doe foot applicator and blend it out with your fingers or abrush.

The formula is slightly tinted and has a bit of a shimmer to it.

Here are the factors I considered while testing:

There are several ways to apply eyeshadow primers.

NYX Professional Makeup Ultimate Shadow & Liner Eye Primer

PHOTO: Amazon

Dont be afraid to experiment with different software methods and find the one thats best for you.

This depends on the primer’s formula, says Mignano.

Why Trust Byrdie

Austen Tosoneis a beauty writer and content creator based in NYC.

Siteloop: Persons face after using NYX Professional Makeup Ultimate Shadow & Liner Eye Primer

Austen has interviewed beauty brand founders, celebrity ambassadors, and influencers about makeup, skincare, and hair.

Rare Beauty Always An Optimist Weightless Eye Primer

PHOTO: Sephora

Siteloop: Persons face after using Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Weightless Eyeshadow Primer

Article image

Siteloop: Persons face after using MAC Pro Longwear Paint Pot Eyeshadow

Eyeshadow Primer Potion

PHOTO: Sephora

A person’s face before and after applying the Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion and a swatch

PHOTO: Byrdie / Austen Tosone

A person applying the Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion to their eye lid

A person’s face before and after applying the Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion and a swatch

A person applying the Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion to their eye lid