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Mini Prime Time Original Foundation Primer

4.5
Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 Stars (85 Reviews)

£19.00

The Original Prime Time Primer is back, for real.

This clean, mineral powered primer extends makeup wear for 24hrs with a soft-focused, breathable matte finish that smooths and controls shine.*

What It Is:

This clean, mineral powered primer extends makeup wear for 24hrs with a soft-focused, breathable matte finish that smooths and controls shine.*

What It Does:

The Original Prime Time Primer is back, for real—24hr makeup extension and oil control.*  This clean, mattifying formula smooths texture, blurs pores, and nourishes skin with antioxidant-rich vitamins C+E and mineral-rich sea water for a healthier-looking complexion.

Proven Results:

  • The 24hr makeup extending and mattifying primer you love is back for real*
  • Clean, silky gel formula glides on seamlessly,* to prep skin for makeup
  • Mineral powered, breathable **, oil-controlling formula* smooths skin instantly** and overtime***

Clinical Claims*:

  • 24hr extended makeup wear & oil control
  • 27% smoother skin after 4 weeks of use
  • 23% reduction in pores after 4 weeks of use
  • 21% improvement in look of bare skin immediately and 15% improvement after 4 weeks of use
  • Crease-proof, sweat-proof, humidity-proof, and waterproof

Consumer Claims:

  • 100% agree it smooths skin instantly**
  • 95% agree it improves the appearance of skin texture  overtime***
  • 96% agree it soothes and nourishes skin over time***
  • 90% agree it helps control shine over time***
  • 91% saw immediate pore improvement***
  • Consumers agreed it offers comfortable wear, layers well under makeup, and doesn’t pill **

*based on an independent clinical test of 30 panelists
** based on an independent consumer test of 30 panelists
*** based on an independent consumer test of 30 panelists using foundation+ primer

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MAKEUP'S FIRST PREP STEP

This silky gel primer glides over skin, extending makeup wear for 24HRs* and reducing the look of pores by 23% after four weeks*.

Reviews & Questions

4.5
Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
Based on 85 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 60 Total 4 star reviews: 16 Total 3 star reviews: 3 Total 2 star reviews: 5 Total 1 star reviews: 1
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85 reviews
  • DV
    Donna V.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Yesterday
    Mini prime time original foundation primer

    I have used this primer for years and am so glad they brought it back since mine was almost gone. I use the dry minerals foundation and the primer helps it go on smoothly and helps it cover smoothly as well . I sometimes go to sleep with it on and it still looks good in the morning.

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  • VR
    Verified R.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 days ago
    I would buy this many times

    (This review was collected as part of a promotion). I liked the smooth feel of the product. The color was perfect for me. It did not irritate my sensitive skin.

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  • VR
    Verified R.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 days ago
    Amazing

    (This review was collected as part of a promotion). I have tried this product a couple of times to get the best review possible. I like to hydrate my skin before applying primer and my foundation. I found this product to leave my skin looking and feeling more healthy, it made my pores look smaller and also I felt like my foundation lasted much longer and didnt have to keep applying it throughout the day. I would recommend this product.

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  • VR
    Verified R.
    I do not recommend this product
    Rated 2 out of 5 stars
    2 days ago
    Not in love with this

    (This review was collected as part of a promotion). I received this product in exchange for my honest feedback. I've used it for every makeup application I've done the past couple of weeks. I don't think it really makes a difference in my foundation. It has a little bit of that silicone feel, but I wouldn't say it pills, which is nice! I do think it makes my skin feel a little oily and can cause a bit of separation in my foundation, which is why I'm not loving this. I wouldn't purchase this, there are a lot of better primers out there!

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  • VR
    Verified R.
    I do not recommend this product
    Rated 2 out of 5 stars
    2 days ago
    Had high expectations, results were not delivered

    (This review was collected as part of a promotion). Thanks so much to bareMinerals for sending me the Mini Prime Time Original Blurring Foundation Primer for free! I received this through the BzzAgent sampling program. This primer was super easy to use! Simply just squeeze or pump the amount of primer desired, IT DOES NOT TAKE A LOT! I learned this the first time! Then warm the primer by pressing your fingertips together and apply to the face. As this primer formula is silky-gel like, I recommend to let it dry down for a minute or two before apply makeup. I found that if I immediately went in with makeup it would move around and even later come off super easy. However, when letting the primer dry down, it provided a nice dried base to apply my foundation on top of. After trying this product for several days, I believe that I have finally discovered how I feel about the product. It mentions that it extends makeup wear for 24 hours while also providing a "soft-focused, breathable matte finish that smooths and controls shine." Personally, I believe that every part of that is false other than that the product does in indeed provide a smooth finish. Every time I have worn this primer under my makeup, I feel that my makeup would not last for more than 3-4 hours and would easily come off or wipe off. Also, I found that for myself it did not control shine or a matte finish as it would appear that very shortly after applying makeup, the oil/shine would come back. I was really excited…

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The Comeback of a Fan Favorite 

Once beloved by beauty lovers everywhere, Prime Time Original Foundation Primer returns better than ever. Revamped with clean beauty standards, this iconic formula glides on effortlessly to prep your skin with a smooth, soft-focus finish. It’s the foundation primer you’ve missed, now back with a purpose to give your complexion that flawless, poreless look you remember. Pair it with our SPF Foundation for the best results.

Packed With Performance Ingredients

Formulated with a powerful blend of mineral-rich sea water and a Vitamin C+E complex, this gel primer does more than just prep. It helps reduce the appearance of pores while enhancing skin health over time. The Linear Silicone Complex creates a breathable layer that replicates the feel and performance of the original making your makeup last longer and look smoother. Complete your routine with our mineral veil setting spray for a much long-lasting matte effect.

The Perfect Start for Any Look

No matter your skin type, Prime Time works with your natural texture to deliver a seamless foundation base. The lightweight, mattifying texture makes it an ideal choice for everything from everyday natural looks to full glam. Clean, effective, and back by popular demand this is the smooth primer your routine has been waiting for. Also try our moisturizers for more hydrating effect.