The Tale Of Three Primers...Stila, Sephora, & Korres

left to right: Stila Hydrating Primer, Sephora Anti Shine Primer, Korres Face Primer

 

What it is:

A moisturizing primer.

What it does:

Hydrating Primer SPF 15 is step one of Stila's four steps to a purely flawless face. This good-for-you primer provides time-released skincare benefits and maintains hydration levels in the skin for a perfectly-prepped palette.What else you need to know:The innovative formula contains dermaxyl, for anti-aging and hydration benefits, and time-released hyaluronic acid spheres that plump the skin for a soft, moisturized feel.

What it is:
A silky smooth primer that penetrates quickly to mattify the complexion.

What it does:
Keep a matte complexion for eight hours with this velvety smooth primer, specially formulated to mattify instantly while absorbing excess sebum. The special formula creates an excellent canvas for concealer or foundation, ensuring smoother application and longer, more-even wear.
 
What else you need to know:
This oil-free formula is non-comedogenic and dermatologically tested.

What it is:
A silicone-free, 99 percent natural, antioxidant-rich face primer that creates the perfect canvas for makeup application.

What it does:
Rich in skin-soothing botanicals and vitamin E, this 99 percent natural formula refines skin texture without silicone, minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and reduces pore size. Your skin will be primed and ready for a makeup application.

left to right: Korres, Sephora, Stila

The Verdict:
Korres looks and feels more like a lotion than anything, it has a nice smell to it though, does not control oil.
Stila's Hydrating primer is a nice thick SPF lotion like primer, but does not control my oily skin either.
Sephora's primer does a good job at controlling my oily skin and keeping it matte.