The Secret to Not Looking Dead and Ashy This Winter

Winter has hit its stride, and from coast to coast, plunging temperatures and moisture-sapped air are wreaking havoc on skin. That’s why now is an ideal time to revisit the first major step in any makeup routine: primer. While many are known to mattify oily skin, lend foundation extra longevity, and even blur imperfections, there is a new wave of primers dedicated to boosting skin’s radiance while delivering a welcome dose of hydration. Dior’s next-generation Dreamskin Advanced formula calls on two botanicals—longoza and opilia, both grown in the brand’s gardens in Madagascar—to stimulate cell regeneration and help minimize fine lines, an effect amped up by a luminous, soft-focus finish. Becca’s violet-hued First Light Priming Filter uses prickly pear flower and ginger, together with light-scattering technology, to revive a dull complexion. And First Aid Beauty’s superfood Coconut Skin Smoothie might be just the recipe you need for a wintertime glow. Here, a guide to the season’s best—and brightest.