Level Up Makeup for Oily/Combo Skin

Hi! I’m trying to level up my makeup for events, but still trying to get a natural look (if that’s possible). I tend to not be a fan of heavy makeup, but I’m trying to find something that might work for me.

Skin type: - Combo: oily t-zone, drier on outer edges. Heavy makeup will make my entire face oily, like out to my cheeks. - visible pores on inner cheeks

What I’m looking for: - medium coverage, but still looks like skin - better longevity. I don’t mind blotting or re-powdering later, but only once or twice, not every hour - more coverage for photos, but still natural in person. I’m also a photographer and I know heavier makeup shows up better in photos, but trying to find a balance

Note: I like my current routine for day-to-day, but want something for coverage for events

Current routine: - Dapsone (anti-bacteria for acne) - Cerave moisturizer - Trader Joe’s gel face sunscreen - Ilia Face Milk - ilia skin rewind complexion stick - Sephora setting powder - hairspray to set face for going out (don’t yell at me, it works so well)

What I’m considering: - primer (one size or porefessional) - foundations (estee lauder double wear or Lancôme teint idole) - setting (Kryolan fixing spray and dermacolor fixing powder)

Questions: 1. Best primer that works well with cream stick foundations AND liquid foundations? 2. Which foundation would you recommend for oily/combo skin that still looks natural in photos? 3. Blush recommendations that work well with this kind of base? (I don’t currently use one)

Thanks!!!

TLDR: Combo skin (oily T-zone, visible pores), currently using ILIA stick + simple routine. Want to level up to a natural, medium coverage look that lasts for events. Looking for primer + foundation recommendations