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Always An Optimist Illuminating Primer

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Always An Optimist Illuminating Primer
A weightless, silicone-free, gel primer enriched with ultra-fine pearls for a lit-from-within glow. ... Learn more
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    A weightless, silicone-free, gel primer enriched with ultra-fine pearls for a lit-from-within glow.

    This silicone-free, water-based gel primer cools upon contact while it smooths, hydrates, and illuminates. The weightless formula is infused with ultra-fine pearls for instant radiance. Containing a botanical blend of lotus, gardenia, and white waterlily, it  helps to soothe and calm stressed-out skin.

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A weightless, silicone-free, gel primer enriched with ultra-fine pearls for a lit-from-within glow.

This silicone-free, water-based gel primer cools upon contact while it smooths, hydrates, and illuminates. The weightless formula is infused with ultra-fine pearls for instant radiance. Containing a botanical blend of lotus, gardenia, and white waterlily, it  helps to soothe and calm stressed-out skin.

Apply one or two pumps of primer to clean, moisturized skin before foundation or concealer for best results.

This primer was formulated to create the perfect canvas for our Liquid Touch Weightless Foundation (sold separately). It helps to plump and smooth the appearance of surface texture with hydration and ultra-fine pearls to reflect light, instantly creating a more even tone.

WATER/AQUA/EAU, GLYCERIN, ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE, ISOHEXADECANE, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, ACRYLAMIDE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE COPOLYMER, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL, GARDENIA FLORIDA FRUIT EXTRACT, NELUMBO NUCIFERA (SACRED LOTUS) FLOWER EXTRACT, NYMPHAEA ODORATA ROOT EXTRACT, PHENOXYETHANOL, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, POLYSORBATE 80, SORBITAN OLEATE, TIN OXIDE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891), IRON OXIDES (CI 77491).

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ldleon

01/12/2024

5/5
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Loveee

I bought the mini version of this and I absolutely loved it so I had to buy the full sized one. It’s very easy to blend in and leaves my skin so radiant and pretty!

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Recommend this product: Yes

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ColonelAims

08/11/2024

5/5
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Love that glow!

I don't use primer very often but love to have glowy skin. This primer is beautiful.

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BecksNL

11/10/2024

5/5
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Great product. Not greasy, a little goes a long way. Makes my skin glow all day.

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dameclaire

06/09/2024

2/5
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Not worth it

Wasn't illuminating or hydrating enough to be worth the price.

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WhoaWhoaCLo

21/08/2024

5/5
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Love it!

Hands down my favourite primer! Great grip for my product but doesn't feel sticky. I've even worn it without foundations over top for a bit of radiance. Definitely the best results I've had for my more mature skin (50+)

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Jackie

08/07/2024

3/5
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Radiant

This is a lovely radiant primer. I'm not entirely convinced it prolonges the wear of my makeup though. I prefer a dewy foundation look and I find that this primer helps achieve that appearance. No reaction on my dry and sensitive skin.

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yaldah

03/07/2024

5/5
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I add a lil every time I use it bc it’s so GOOD!

A Great product I love it so much! Has no smell to make it even better! It has bits of glitter in it and it’s perfect! I don’t like the fact that the bottle is bigger than the amount of product there is in the bottle but otherwise it’s great!

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Ari1010

02/07/2024

5/5
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Good

It's good but I accidentally bought it thinking it was a different type of primer but still works wonders.

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rani2002

02/07/2024

3/5
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This is a good primer but it’s too sparkly/glittery for me as I have oily skin and this makes me look more oily.

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JAKK13

26/06/2024

2/5
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Definite no for me. Doesn't seem to do anything, so still looking for my HG primer.

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bettyshi

19/06/2024

5/5
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Love it

I love it. It works for my skin. My make up looks soooo good and smooth and it glows well

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kirnsamra

08/06/2024

5/5
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It works exactly what is mentioned gives natural glow just love it , value for money best for regular use

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hiranya

04/06/2024

5/5
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Staple in my makeup routine!

Love this primer and the soft glow. I add a bit to my moisturizer for a little glow. This primer has become a staple for me now. Definitely one of Rare Beauty’s best products!

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gmgaldin

06/05/2024

3/5
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Not the best and not the worst

It’s an ok product, you can definitely use it. There isn’t nothing special.

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