UK-based Ghanaian beauty content creator Mela Child was recently on Madame Joyce‘s podcast, Cocktails and Giveaways, where she shared many makeup tips and hacks, including her favourite kind of primer. While you might have expected her to mention makeup by UK or US beauty brands, she said she loves Nigerian-made primers. Why? Because they can withstand heat and hot weather.

Mela Child’s two favourites are Zaron Pore Oil Free Minimizer and BM Pro 24 Hour Skin Primer. When you are looking for a primer, staying power is essential, and these Nigerian-made primers are built to withstand hot temperatures and, consequently, make your makeup look smoother and longer-lasting. Bellastylistas, now you know the primers to get next time you go makeup shopping.