bareMinerals Prime Time Original Foundation Primer - 1 oz
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This primer has garnered mixed feedback from guests, with many praising its ability to create a smooth, flawless base for makeup application. Guests appreciate its lightweight texture and blurring effect on pores, making it ideal for achieving a polished look. However, concerns have been raised about the new pump packaging, which some find inefficient and wasteful. Overall, it remains a popular choice for those seeking a reliable primer that enhances makeup longevity and finish.
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4.5 out of 5 stars with 668 reviews
1 out of 5 stars
14 July, 2026
originally posted on bareMinerals
Not my favorite
I personally think this primer makes my foundation look clumpy and not smooth... I will definitely use the pore minimizer in the future.
5 out of 5 stars
6 July, 2026
originally posted on bareMinerals
Favorite
I’ve tried many primers and always return to this. Offers a smooth finish for makeup application and never clogs my pores
5 out of 5 stars
6 July, 2026
originally posted on bareMinerals
Prime time original primer
I like the primer. The other version also. It works well for me. Would recommend
2 out of 5 stars
30 June, 2026
originally posted on bareMinerals
Bottle pump doesn’t work
I liked it when it came in a tube. Brand new out of the box and I haven’t been able to pump out a single drop.
3 out of 5 stars
28 June, 2026
originally posted on bareMinerals
Good Primer, Not great pump
The product itself is nice. Does what I want and looks great even without makeup. But the pump package is a disappointment, barely pumps, and doesn’t unscrew to get to the product. Creates too much waste for such a high price. Not sure I’ll buy again if it stays in the pump. I really really miss the tinted primer of years ago. At least that pump unscrewed to get the primer out with a q-tip at the end. But I really liked the tint to get a quick look without doing full makeup.
3 out of 5 stars
22 June, 2026
originally posted on bareMinerals
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.
3 out of 5 stars
21 June, 2026
originally posted on bareMinerals
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.
3 out of 5 stars
17 June, 2026
originally posted on bareMinerals
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.
4 out of 5 stars
14 June, 2026
originally posted on bareMinerals
Something has changed...
I have been a fan of this primer for years. With the packaging change, it seems there has also been a change to the product. It's a lot runnier than it used to be. The last one I had was runny, too, but then when it was almost out, the product at the end was very thick. Maybe it's the container causing the issue? I vote for going to back to a simple tube versus having a pump.
5 out of 5 stars
2 June, 2026
originally posted on bareMinerals
Primer
Less is more and so VERY much effective! Feels great upon application and is SO eo
3 out of 5 stars
26 May, 2026
originally posted on bareMinerals
Did the formula change?
I love this primer and have been using it for a long time. With that said, something feels different about it since the packaging changed. Did the formula change? My experience with it is that it doesn't perform as well.
5 out of 5 stars
30 April, 2026
originally posted on bareMinerals
Best primer
I’ve tried others, but nothing else gives me that silky soft & smooth touch that this primer offers. Helps when applying powder foundation for a smooth finish
5 out of 5 stars
29 April, 2026
originally posted on bareMinerals
Smooth Operator
I love this primer. It goes on so smooth over my face. Awesome preparation before my makeup.
5 out of 5 stars
20 April, 2026
Favorite product
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This primer is a new favorite of mine. The tube makes it easy to use. I don't feel like I'm wasting any product. I like the fact that it applies easily, is lightweight, and prevents my makeup from creasing. I'm interested to see how it performs during the hotter summer months.
4 out of 5 stars
18 April, 2026
originally posted on bareMinerals
Love the primer, hate the pump
I’ve loved this product for so long and recently got delivered the pump version. I hate the pump - it doesn’t mix and always squirts out and splatters everywhere. Also super hard to tell when it’s low or empty until it doesn’t come out any longer. Please bring back the tube!
5 out of 5 stars
10 April, 2026
A new staple!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received a sample of the Prime Time primer in exchange for my honest opinion, and it completely changed how my foundation sits on my skin. It feels incredibly lightweight but instantly fills in pores and smooths out my complexion. I love that it doesn't feel drying, yet it grips my makeup perfectly so I don't have to worry about touch-ups during the day. My skin just looks softer and more airbrushed when I use this underneath my base. Definitely purchasing again!
3 out of 5 stars
9 April, 2026
originally posted on bareMinerals
Vicki Thomas
I love the primer before I put on my bare minerals powder foundation original. This is the first time I have received the primer in the new packaging. I do not like the new packaging. I repeat, I do not like the new packaging. You can’t get all of the primer out. I like it better in the original packaging. I’m using it anyway until I can find another product that is as good.
5 out of 5 stars
4 April, 2026
originally posted on bareMinerals
All good
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love all my bare minerals products. I love the powder and not using liquid foundation.
5 out of 5 stars
29 March, 2026
originally posted on bareMinerals
Butter
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a great primer and it really keeps the make up from creasing. A favorite
4 out of 5 stars
25 March, 2026
Overall good product!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I like it! Has a blurring effect over pores which is nice. I wouldn't recommend for oily skin as it has an almost greasy feel, but works great on my dry skin.