I'd honestly recommend this primer to anybody, it seems to do everything. This is a one size fits all primer, as far as any can be! To begin with, it's very, very soft to touch and feels very luxurious. It's totally transparent so does not colour correct, add any tints or any shimmer.
It feels very hydrating and very comfortable on my generally dry skin. That being said, the texture is very slightly silicone-y (think Smashbox Photo Finish Primer), although I have no idea if the formula actually contains silicone. It definitely takes away excess shine, whilst still somehow maintaining a naturally radiant complexion. It has a balancing effect over the whole face, makes you glow where you should be glowing, and matte where you should be matte. My favourite thing about it is how effective it is at smoothing and blurring pores and filling in all the fine lines around my eye areas; it's like an instant perfecting veil.
Oiliness did start to come through after about 6 hours and my skin isn't particularly oily (so to be honest, a bit of shine is always welcome!), especially around my forehead so perhaps if you have oily skin you might be reaching for blotting paper/powder after a while. That being said, despite having my natural glow showing through my foundation, my make up didn't budge. It didn't slip or slide around my face at all.
I have been using this product near enough every day I've worn make up and I'm truly loving it, I can't recommend it enough. Mostly because it's so good, but also because I'm getting really passionate about shopping with more independent beauty brands, and Sara Hill make up is one of them. Her products that I've tried are consistently amazing, especially this one. Shop the Luxury Face Primer here.
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It feels very hydrating and very comfortable on my generally dry skin. That being said, the texture is very slightly silicone-y (think Smashbox Photo Finish Primer), although I have no idea if the formula actually contains silicone. It definitely takes away excess shine, whilst still somehow maintaining a naturally radiant complexion. It has a balancing effect over the whole face, makes you glow where you should be glowing, and matte where you should be matte. My favourite thing about it is how effective it is at smoothing and blurring pores and filling in all the fine lines around my eye areas; it's like an instant perfecting veil.
Oiliness did start to come through after about 6 hours and my skin isn't particularly oily (so to be honest, a bit of shine is always welcome!), especially around my forehead so perhaps if you have oily skin you might be reaching for blotting paper/powder after a while. That being said, despite having my natural glow showing through my foundation, my make up didn't budge. It didn't slip or slide around my face at all.
I have been using this product near enough every day I've worn make up and I'm truly loving it, I can't recommend it enough. Mostly because it's so good, but also because I'm getting really passionate about shopping with more independent beauty brands, and Sara Hill make up is one of them. Her products that I've tried are consistently amazing, especially this one. Shop the Luxury Face Primer here.
I need a good primer and based on your description, it seems perfect for me. Do you know if these products are available in Europe?
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This sounds so luxuriously lovely :) x
ReplyDeleteI've been looking for a new primer to try and this source perfect - thanks!
ReplyDeleteYour review makes me want to give it a try.
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ReplyDeleteI hate it when I finish my makeup and realise I've forgotten primer!
ReplyDeleteThis one sounds really good. I haven't heard of the brand before but will definitely be checking it out.
Louisa | Loubee Lou Blogs
Great review :)
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Sounds great quality.
ReplyDeleteI really do like the look of this primer. I think it might suit my skin.
ReplyDeleteSounds good. Have oily skin only Smashbox photo finish primer light vonttols it and hides imperfections and gives a flawless look.
ReplyDeleteprimers are brilliant my daughter swears by them and always takes mine too :(
ReplyDeleteI love a primer that can smooth out the pores and keep the shine away all day , ive found good ones but I've never actually found one that lasts all day. I've never heard of this brand so will definitely be looking into it,
ReplyDeletei love primer and will def try this as my pores are super deep
ReplyDeleteI always use primers and will definitely be checking this brand out.
ReplyDeletePrimers are a must.
ReplyDeleteI agree that a good primer is a must, so if you find one that you like , they're a game changer!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to be able to use a primer and foundation but it always looks powdery on me
ReplyDeleteI'm like you, I love it when products are made by actual makeup artists! They're the people that use products regularly and actually know what they're doing!
ReplyDeleteMolly
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will check this out
ReplyDeleteI really need to give this a try, thanks :)
ReplyDeleteI'm still shopping for a go-to primer, I'll have to try this one out! Thanks for such a detailed review.
ReplyDeleteCan't beat a good primer it always makes your make up look better and gives a natural glow. Would love to try yours
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ReplyDeleteI really put a lot of store in a good primer but having read your review, my skin does have a tendancy to oilyness / greasyness so not sure if this would be the primer for me.
ReplyDeleteI've never tried a primer - sounds like I should think seriously about it!
ReplyDeleteHazel Rea - @beachrambler
Great
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