In my opinion, I don't see much of a difference between tinted and translucent primers. I wear primer under my foundation, so whether it's tinted or clear doesn't make a difference to me. But, if you're a no makeup-makeup kind of gal with large pores, opt for the tinted version. It won't look like you're wearing anything, but it will even out your skin tone while blurring your complexion. 

This is the primer I used way before writing this story. Although it looks like it has a tint, it actually goes on translucent. I'm obsessed with the silky texture. Although my skin can get a little too dry with it on in the winter, it's the only primer I trust to get me through an entire hot summer day without my makeup completely melting off. 

$30, Macy's

This primer may be thick, but it truly locks makeup in place and keeps it there all day long. It's the kind of product you need when you know touch-ups won't be an option (stock up on this baby during music festival season!). 

Again, choosing a transparent or tinted primer won't make much of a difference. But, a transparent primer is a great option for using on top of your foundation, bronzer and/or blush without messing everything up. 

This new "pore eraser" from Maybelline is more of a spot treatment than a primer. Its thick, jelly formula works best on targeted areas. I definitely wouldn't recommend slathering it on all over your face. But that doesn't mean it doesn't get the job done. Pores are visibly blurred to flawless perfection. You also can't go wrong with the $7 price tag.  

All of these primers leave you with a matte finish, which is cool unless you really want to get in on the dewy skin trend for spring. This affordable pore eraser left my skin with the perfect amount of shine (the good kind). When it came to my pores, I did feel the need to add one of the foundations over this.

If you think you have mostly perfect skin (lucky!), but could use a little something to blur your pores, this sheer foundation reigns supreme. It's actually the only pore-minimizing foundation I've tried that leaves you with a semi-dewy finish. And with a hydrating apple and lentil extract-enriched formula, it's the best option for dry winter skin. 

If you’re as crazy about hiding your pores as I am, you’re probably not using a pore-minimizing powder on its own. But that doesn’t mean you should disregard them completely. Gals with large pores tend to have oilier skin (it comes with the package, people), so a powder is clearly an essential. Sure, you may not need one in the winter when skin is dryer, but trust me, these pore-erasing powders will definitely come in handy once the humidity skyrockets.