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Everyone knows a great primer can really make the difference between good makeup and great makeup. A good primer really keeps your makeup on throughout the day, especially if you have an event or even, for work. The one primer that people really rave about is the Milk Hydro Grip Primer. It has been a staple in most people’s makeup routine.
The Milk Hydro Grip primer is a lightweight primer that really keeps your makeup in place for over 12 hours. People rave about how hydrating it is on their skin. It is a water-based primer that is formulated with blue agave and cannabis extract. This unique formula smoothens makeup, and locks in moisture. It is almost formulated as a skincare product.
As you can imagine, a product that is hydrating, silicone-free, and is an overall great primer is going to cost a pretty penny. Despite being popular, the hefty $38 price tag can be off-putting for most people. Although it receives rave reviews from makeup artists and users, it can be a lot, especially when the size is not large. There is a solution to this problem. Enter: Milk Hydro Grip primer dupes. There are a few Milk Hydro Grip primer dupes that hit all the criteria of the original for a fraction of the price.
Scroll below to see the assortment of affordable alternatives to everyone’s favorite primer.
Hydro Grip Primer is silicone-free, oil-free, and comes in a clear formula. It is perfect for all skin types: from dry to oily.
The primer is natural looking on the face and doesn’t feel cakey according to users. It feels like you are not wearing anything on your skin. The hydration it provides is such a great extra. Its nice to have hydrated skin, especially in the cold, Winter months. The big drawback is the price, and the tiny container that it comes in.
For 10$, this is an amazing dupe! It has a thicker and stickier consistency than the Milk primer, but it provides the same exact finish as the Milk primer. The e.l.f. primer spreads easily and the makeup really holds on to the face throughout the day.
It is a great value for the price. Users comment that is it even better than more expensive brands!
I really was blown away by the price. It’s less than 7$! Crazy for how good this product is. It turns out, that there are many similar ingredients to the Milk primer. This is why it provides the same hydration, especially if you have dry skin, as the Milk brand.
It is slightly sticky, so that is how it “grips”, but it dries down quickly and holds makeup throughout the day without a problem.
NYX cosmetics is no stranger to being a popular brand. The brand is very affordable, and still maintains a level of high quality. The Plump Right Back is a primer and serum. This is ultra moisturizing and also works well with people who have oily skin.
People not only rave that their makeup holds, but that the primer leaves their face with an overall, healthy glow.
NYX is so good, that they have two Milk Primer dupes on this list. The NYX primer is also formulated with lots of minerals that are hydrating for the face.
The main difference between the Milk brand and NYX Jelly primer, is the consistency. It has a jelly-like consistency that reminds me of gel. Although, it is like jelly, is spreads smoothly and won’t leave your face feeling cakey or heavy. For $17, this is definitely a great affordable dupe.
The e.l.f. mint primer spreads and looks exactly the same as the Milk primer. An added bonus is that is leaves a lovely vanilla mint scent that is not overpowering, but subtle enough to feel it. The mint also has a refreshing sensation.
The e.l.f mint is loaded with hyaluronic acid and antioxidants to leave the skin feeling hydrated.