Review: TheBalm TimeBalm Face Primer

Aloha Everyone!

"TimeBalm Face Primer is designed to be worn alone for visibly softer skin, or under makeup so your look stays put. It also helps even out skin tone and minimizes the appearance of fine lines and pores. " - Claims from thebalm.com website.

I wanted to share my thoughts on TheBalm's TimeBalm Face Primer today. TheBalm is such an awesome brand in my opinion. Being first recommended by EmilyNoel83, it has really never let me down. I've tried their liquid and cream concealer, the Nude 'Tude Palette, etc. and have had good results with everything. This is no different!

Price: $30. This is the major downside to  this primer,   because   it's  only  1 0z.   of    product. TheBalm is usually on Hautelook at 50% off, so I   got   mine   for  $15. (Making   it   a bit  more justifiable!)

Color: This comes in one, translucent shade.

Packaging: TheBalm has awesome packaging! It's always so fun, bright, and friendly. This comes in a very sleek, bright pink tube. It's very sanitary which I like.

Scent: This scent is difficult to describe. It smells like silicone & baby powder. It's pleasant, and not overwhelming whatsoever!

SPF: None

Before any primer

After applied

Finish: This leaves a matte finish to my face as you can see from the picture, it took away all oils. Also, it helps fill in and blur out pores majorly!

Texture: Very smooth, slick, & silicone-y.

Staying Power: This is supposed to make your makeup last longer. Since it leaves a smooth canvas, the foundation/powder or any other makeup doesn't have anything to "stick" to. However, it does make everything apply much easier, virtually gliding on, and that's where the staying power comes from. 

Photo Friendliness: The primer's finish itself is matte, so it's great for photos.

Who's it best for? Really, anyone. It really helps to blur lines, fill in pores, and leaves a matte finish. Since it does leave a matte finish, dry skin types may not love it but it depends what each person is looking for.

Would I repurchase? Full price? No. To me, it's a nice primer and all, but not worth $30. However, it does exactly what it claims to, and I would definitely buy it on sale again. In the meantime, I'll probably try something else.

Thanks so much for reading!

xoxo, Sam :)