bareMinerals Original Prime Time Foundation Primer

by Bare Escentuals

• Combats rough patches, flaky dryness, fine lines, excess oil, uneven texture and enlarged pores so that your foundation goes on flawlessly
• Extends the wear of your foundation, keeping you looking fresh for longer
• Soothes and nourishes with plant extracts, antioxidants and Vitamins C and E
• Free of preservatives and irritants so that your skin feels great
• Silky formula glides on without any stickiness

Product Description

Size: 1 oz

Enlarged pores. Uneven texture. Flaky dryness. We've all had complexion problems. That's why we created Prime Time, which prepares your skin for seamless coverage with bareMinerals SPF 15 Foundation. Apply it first for the smooth, evenly textured complexion you've been waiting for.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.9 x 1.3 x 1.3 inches ; 1 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0017U10SI
• UPC: 073820937016 098132036745 098132244935
• Item model number: 44521
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (114 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,355 in Beauty (See Top 100 in Beauty)
  • #5 in Beauty > Makeup > Face > Foundation Primers
  • #13 in Beauty > Makeup > Face > Foundation

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

31 of 32 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Less is more July 12, 2007

By BoilerCES

Size Name:1 oz

They say "less is more" about this product and they're not kidding. One pump under your foundation is all you need. It does wonders for the overall look of my foundation - I find that it takes a lot less foundation to cover my very blotchy skin.
I didn't believe them the first time I tried it because one pump is not a lot at all - but I ended up with oily looking skin when I tried two pumps. Also, it is very important to let it dry before using the Bare Escentuals foundation because it will look patchy if you don't!

25 of 27 people found the following review helpful

1.0 out of 5 stars break outs! December 12, 2010

By casencourt

Size Name:1 oz

As a person that suffers from very sensitive skin and nearly all moisturizers cause a break-out I cannot recommend this product. Every product I had purchased from bare minerals was working well, even the moisturizer. The lady at my store suggested this to me and it has been a nightmare ever since. She assured me that it wouldn't clog my pores or irritate my skin. Well, I haven't had a break out this bad in two years. It feels amazing and really makes your make-up last, but the terrible, painful break-outs just aren't worth it. It obviously isn't completely non-codemogenic. My dermatologist isn't happy with the results either. If you have clear, non-sensitive skin give it a try, but with the price as high as it is for a tiny bottle it isn't worth it.

13 of 15 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Its okay August 22, 2007

By Catherine S. Schindler

Size Name:1 oz

I didn't really notice too much of a difference using the primer...it does provide for a good base, but its not what I was hoping for.

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful

1.0 out of 5 stars Not good for oily complexions. July 21, 2010

By Cynthia

Size Name:1 oz

I love Bare Escentuals and use many of their products but this one did not work for me. I have oily skin though I'm in my 50's and this exacerbated my break outs. I wouldn't recommend it for others with similar demographics.

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars prime time January 12, 2008

By Roxy Lester

Size Name:1 oz

This is a great product!! I love the feel of it on my skin. It feels like silk. Your makeup looks and feels so much better. Fine lines disappear and your skin looks healthy and smooth.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for Flawless Skin All Day Long May 15, 2011

By Christina!

Size Name:1 oz

You only need a small bead to cover your whole face, and it is so smooth too! Unlike other primers that feel really greasy and heavy, this was light and made my skin extremely soft.

I use this with every kind of foundation; loose powder (which is what I usually use), liquid, even the really thick foundations and they have all stayed. I also put this on even if I'm just wearing blush or a bronzer, it seems to light up my face but at the same time there's no reflective shine.

If I wear foundation without this, it usually rubs off pretty easily on my clothes and sits in the lines of my face. The Prime Time Foundation creates a virtually smooth surface to work with. Even on sweaty areas of my face like my forehead and nose, it keeps my foundation looking fresh all day!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars This is an awesome product! July 17, 2007

By A. Rehak

Size Name:1 oz|Amazon Verified Purchase

I was so happy to be able to find this product. I had received an email from Bare Escentuals about it and wanted to give it a try. I used to use regular lotion as a base, but would at times get spots where my foundation would cake up. This goes on silky smooth without having to worry about any caking. It feels like silk on your skin.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars New to makeup and primer. August 27, 2010

By men7al

Size Name:1 oz

Being total tomboy I got to say this is new to me even.I bought the sheercover and needed something to make my make not slide of during summer when is hot so,I got this at my local ulta and it was $20 and $3 of tax I should have checked here before.

so,far I like it I did ONE PUMP and amazing it covers my face and dries real fast if you use your drier on cool setting.I think would work with any brand makeup and so,far it has lasted thru heat and smiling alot.

being a mom I do NOT have time to adjust makeup and reapplying.
The onlly thing I do NOT LIKE it has no spf so,I have to add that later after I set it to dry take total of 5 mins for both without a drier.

so quick tip..want fast time than hit your drier on cool setting about 12 inches from face than run to your freezer to cool it down.