Clear Foundation Primer | Smoothing + Long-Wear Base

What does Clear Foundation Primer do?

Clear Foundation Primer smooths texture, minimizes the look of pores and blurs fine lines, so foundation lays down evenly and wears longer. It's our best-selling primer — universal, weightless, and it controls excess shine without stripping. Vitamin A and E antioxidants help protect against environmental stressors while you wear it.

How is Clear different from the tinted Foundation Primer shades?

Clear is the universal smoothing option — it blurs imperfections and evens texture without changing your color. The tinted versions correct instead: green soothes redness, purple brightens dullness, neutral evens discoloration. If your concern is texture and wear rather than tone, Clear is the one you want.

Is Clear Foundation Primer suitable for oily skin?

Yes — it controls excess shine without stripping or drying, which makes it a strong choice for oily and combination skin. Jojoba and grape seed oils keep the barrier comfortable so skin doesn't overcompensate. For dry or sensitive skin, our water-based Hydrating Primer is the more comfortable pick.

Where does primer go in my routine?

After skincare and SPF, before foundation. Let sunscreen set for a minute, then press a pea-sized amount over the face with your fingers — pressing rather than rubbing leaves the blurring layer intact. Wait a few seconds before foundation so the two don't lift each other.

Can I wear Clear Foundation Primer on its own?

Yes — worn alone it acts as an extension of your skincare, softening the look of pores and fine lines for a soft-focus, photo-ready finish with no color at all. It's a good no-makeup day option. 100% vegan, cruelty-free and gluten-free, made in the USA.

Is Bodyography cruelty-free and vegan?

Yes — Bodyography is 100% cruelty-free and has been for over 27 years. The majority of our products are also vegan; a few contain beeswax or other animal-derived ingredients (all cruelty-free). Check individual product pages for confirmed vegan status. Cruelty-free is a non-negotiable across the brand. Certified by PETA and LEAPING BUNNY.

Where is Bodyography made, and are ingredients ethically sourced?

Bodyography is a family-owned professional cosmetics brand, headquartered in California and manufactured primarily in the United States, along with partners in S. Korea, France, Spain, Taiwan, China and Italy. We source ingredients responsibly and formulate to our own clean-beauty standards rather than to a universal checklist. What we include is just as intentional as what we leave out.

What's Bodyography's return policy on opened makeup?

We offer returns on unused products within 30 days of purchase. Because of hygiene standards, we generally cannot accept returns on opened cosmetics unless the product is defective. If your product arrived damaged or you have a formulation concern, please reach out to our customer service team — we take every message seriously and want to make it right.

How can I get a free professional shade match?

We offer free shade matching for foundation, concealer, tinted moisturizer, and more. Email us with a clear, natural-light photo of your face and neck (no makeup, no filter), and one of our team members — many of whom are working makeup artists — will match you personally. It's one of the most-used services we offer.