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 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
 Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
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Prime Time Original Foundation Primer

$46.00

4.4
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 Stars (375 Reviews)
This clean, mineral powered primer extends makeup wear for 24hrs with a soft-focused, breathable matte finish that smooths and controls shine.*
Prime Time Original Foundation Primer

Prime Time Original Foundation Primer

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

PUMP. PRESS. PERFECT.

Prep skin with your skincare routine and allow ample time for it to absorb. 

  • PUMP one to two drops of PRIME TIME® Original Foundation primer to your fingertips. 
  • PRESS fingertips together to warm the silky-gel primer formula for an even application.  
  • PERFECT the look of bare skin by massaging the product gently across your entire face using the fingers, starting at the center of the face and blending outward.  

For best results, allow 60 seconds for the primer to dry before makeup application. 

DIMETHICONE, ISODODECANE, COCO-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE, VINYL DIMETHICONE/LAURYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, POLYSILICONE-11, VP/HEXADECENE COPOLYMER, GLYCERIN, SEA WATER (MARIS AQUA/EAU DE MER), CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, POLYGLYCERYL-4 CAPRATE, POLYGLYCERYL-6 CAPRYLATE, SILICA, WATER (AQUA/EAU), TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, TETRAHEXYLDECYL ASCORBATE.

30 ml / 1 fl. oz.
4.4
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
Based on 375 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 250 Total 4 star reviews: 71 Total 3 star reviews: 26 Total 2 star reviews: 14 Total 1 star reviews: 14
86%would recommend this product
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375 reviews
  • Jennifer C.
    Verified Buyer
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    Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    2 days ago
    Like product, Hate Packaging

    I have used PT Primer for many years, but am not a fan of the new container. (To be fair, I didn't love the older pump style either because the pump would stop working after awhile but it was easier to unscrew the top.) With this one, I cracked open the container after the pump stopped working only to find a large amount of primer that had collected and dried into a big, gummy, useless blob. It's not inexpensive, so I was pretty disappointed to find so much waste. With a tube, I'm able to trim the end off, giving access to more of the product when it gets low. I like PT Original but for now I'm going back to one that comes in a tube.

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  • Cindy S.
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    Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
    Skin Type Normal
    Skin Tone Light
    Best To Use For Matte Finish
    Age 51-60
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    3 days ago
    Product is a 5 star but packaging is 1 star

    I’ve been purchasing this product for about 15 years and always loved it! I just purchased it with the new packaging and only got a few uses from it before it all turned to runny oil. Additionally, the pump itself seems flawed and you have to keep pumping to get anything out. I will not be purchasing this in the new packaging anymore and will switch to the smaller size in the tube.

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  • Deb R.
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    Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
    I recommend this product
    Skin Type Dry
    Skin Tone Light
    Best To Use For Sheer Coverage, Full Coverage, Matte Finish, Natural Finish, Quick Application
    Age over 60
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 days ago
    Ms

    Love it

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  • Susan A.
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    Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
    Skin Type Normal
    Skin Tone Light
    Best To Use For Blends Well
    Age over 60
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    6 days ago
    mixed review

    I love this primer but the bottle does not consistently deliver the product. I preferred when it was in a tube. With the bottle, only get one pump without having to shake and turn the top to try for a second pump.

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  • Janice H.
    Verified Buyer
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    Prime Time Original Foundation Primer
    I recommend this product
    Skin Type Normal
    Skin Tone Very Fair
    Best To Use For On-The-Go, All Day Wear, Full Coverage, Sheer Coverage, Quick Application
    Age over 60
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Smooth

    Went on smooth

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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 matteeffect.

The Perfect Start for Any Look 

No matter your skin type, Prime Time Original Foundation Primer 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.