80%
would repurchase
3.9/5
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ingredients

Kaolin (CI 77004), Mica (CI 77019), Zinc Oxide (CI 77947). May contain [ /-]: Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499).

Reviews

Reviews


5.0
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8 years ago

Great stuff. I like to use Dr. Jart Black Label BB cream first. Apply this powder primer, and apply the Satin Matte Foundation. I have not tried a power primer before, and I haven't had much...

About reviewer (200 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

EyesBrown



4.0
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8 years ago

This is the first primer powder I have tried! Been using the liquid primer since day one so was a little skeptical about this one. It did not disappoint! Love that it did not irritate my rosacea...

About reviewer (44 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinOther, Other

HairOther

EyesOther


4.0
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8 years ago

I bought this on a whim. Watched one of those YouTube makeup videos in which the girl said powder primer are best used with powder foundation, not liquid foundation. Made sense. Browsed Sephora...

About reviewer (12 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Neutral

HairBlack, Straight, Coarse

EyesBlack


5.0
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9 years ago

I really like this primer! I have NC15 skin and it tends to be dry, so I have stayed away from mineral primers, instead using MAC Prep and Prime for several years. I decided to switch to all...

About reviewer (29 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Cool

HairBlond, Wavy, Fine

EyesGreen


4.0
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11 years ago

I got this as a sample and still have some left. I've used it consistently since getting it and it works fairly well for my skin. I don't notice a stupendous difference, or maybe I don't use...

About reviewer (15 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinAcne-prone, Olive, Warm

HairBlack, Wavy, Medium

EyesBrown


5.0
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12 years ago

I have very oily skin and this primer powder helps keep that under control, as well as reduce redness in my cheeks. A light layer before foundation keeps me looking matte and shine-free all day.

About reviewer (6 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinVery Oily, Fair-Medium

HairBrunette

EyesBlue


5.0
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12 years ago

A dear friend of mine suggested the Alima range to me, hailing it as one of the best mineral ranges she has tried. I have to admit, it did not disappoint. This primer kind of stunned me. It is very...

About reviewer (19 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Fair

HairBlond

EyesHazel


3.0
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12 years ago

I was interested in mineral makeup, so I ordered a bunch of samples from Alima. Alas, I found that the eyeliners, eyeshadows, and blushes had absolutely no staying power. I also ordered a sample...

About reviewer (737 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinSensitive, Fair, Cool

HairBrown, Straight, Fine

EyesBlue


5.0
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13 years ago

Alima Pure Balancing Primer Powder is, in my opinion, necessary for anyone who uses Alima Pure Satin Matte Foundation and has any signs of oiliness. I never apply my Alima foundation without first...

About reviewer (26 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinNormal, Fair, Warm

HairBlond, Straight, Fine

EyesGreen


3.0
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14 years ago

MY SKIN: Oily with a random dry patch around the corners of my nose. APPLICATION: I use it over my Eucerin EveryDay Protection SPF 30 Moisturizer. I wait about 15 min. for the moisturizer to...

About reviewer (116 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Medium, Warm

HairOther, Other, Other

EyesBrown


4.0
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14 years ago

Excellent mineral primer, keeps my Alima foundation reasonably matte for three to four hours, and in place looking good for up to fifteen hours. I would say this is essential to get the most...

About reviewer (92 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Warm

HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

EyesBlue


5.0
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14 years ago

This primer worked great at keeping the oil down and my face looking great all day. Not too dry, not too oily. I just ordered two full size jars in light. I am making the large sample they sent...

About reviewer (17 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinDry, Fair

HairBrunette

EyesHazel


4.0
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14 years ago

Currently, I'm using Everyday Minerals concealer for any redness caused by my rosacea. Since I was ordering sample of the Satin Matte foundation, I included samples of the Light and Medium...

About reviewer (112 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBrown, Wavy, Medium

EyesBrown


5.0
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16 years ago

I've tried a lot of primers over the last 5 years and I've decided that powder primers work best for me. Alima's is by far my favorite and I've gone through three jars already. For me, the primer...

About reviewer (558 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinOther, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBlack, Straight, Medium

EyesBlack


4.0
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16 years ago

I love this primer (well, the first one and the only one I've ever used). I've repurchased it for three times and I believe I will buy more. After cleansing and moisturizing my skin, I squeeze some...

About reviewer (68 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Medium

HairBlack

EyesBrown


1.0
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16 years ago

I'm so bummed out, since I'm combo and get oily in the summer, but this stuff made me ITCH like crazy. :( So sad!

About reviewer (89 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinSensitive, Fair

HairBrunette

EyesGreen


3.0
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16 years ago

I can't say that I hate this product, but it isn't my HG by any stretch. My nose and brow were still shinier than I'd expect while using a primer, but the finish is nice on the skin. Perhaps I'm...

About reviewer (14 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinSensitive, Dark, Warm

HairBlack, Curly, Fine

EyesBrown


4.0
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17 years ago

Edited 7/08: While this is a very good mineral makeup primer, and it adds a layer of coverage to your mineral makeup routine, I think it has a little less oil-control than both EM Tinted Silk Dust...

About reviewer (1125 reviews)

Age

SkinOily, Medium, Warm

HairRed, Wavy, Fine

EyesGreen


3.0
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17 years ago

My nose was shiney by mid-day, and this was in the winter. I love their foundation and blush, but I will pass on this. Aromaleigh and Meow Cosmetics both have better primer.

About reviewer (247 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinCombination

HairBrown

EyesBlue


5.0
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17 years ago

I LOVEEEE this product. I have super oily skin and I was surprised when I first tried this that I don't need to blot for like 5 hrs (and that's pretty damn good imho). It still gives me oil, but...

About reviewer (7 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinOily, Medium

HairBlack

EyesBlack