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Prime Time Original Pore-minimizing Primer

Product code: T230132

This lightweight bareMinerals Prime Time Original Pore-minimizing Primer creates the perfect smooth canvas for make-up application. The silicone-based formula glides on effortlessly to blur fine lines and minimise the appearance of pores and uneven texture. Enriched with vitamin E and plant extracts, it helps balance both dryness and excess oil while extending make-up wear throughout the day. The skin-loving primer leaves your complexion soft and even, ready for flawless foundation application. Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin, it provides both hydrating and long-wearing benefits.

Preps skin for makeup and improves the look of bare skin*. Extends makeup wear up to 12 hours*. Reduces the appearance of pores*. Controls oil for 24 hours. Improves the apperance of pores and skin texture by over 20%. *Based on an independent consumer study.

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Dermatologist-tested.

Vegan.

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How to Use: 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.

Mineral Rich Sea Water: Reduces appearance of pores.

Vitamin C +E Complex: Complement each other and impart a healthier complexion.

Linear Silicone Complex: Replicates the feel & performance of Prime Time Original Foundation Primer.

Dermatologically Tested: Yes

Product Texture: Liquid

Features

Suitable for vegans

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Prime Time Original Pore-minimizing Primer

£30

Free standard delivery over £75

Reviews (72)

4.1

76% Recommended this product

Mentions
30 April 2026Costello C.

Best primer

Originally posted on bareMinerals

Yes, I recommend this

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

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29 April 2026Isabel C.

Smooth Operator

Originally posted on bareMinerals

Yes, I recommend this

I love this primer. It goes on so smooth over my face. Awesome preparation before my makeup.

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18 April 2026Melissa

Love the primer, hate the pump

Originally posted on bareMinerals

Yes, I recommend this

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!

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09 April 2026Vicki T.

Vicki Thomas

Originally posted on bareMinerals

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.

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06 April 2026Deeamy
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Prime time pore minimising primer

Yes, I recommend this

I have only used it a couple of times so far and it seems to be working. My foundation isn't sitting in my pores. Which is why I bought it.

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04 April 2026Ellen C.

All good

Originally posted on bareMinerals

Yes, I recommend this

[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.

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29 March 2026Dionne V.

Butter

Originally posted on bareMinerals

Yes, I recommend this

[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

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23 March 2026Deanna B.

Prime Time

Originally posted on bareMinerals

Yes, I recommend this

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Makes your face so much smoother & makeup easier to apply.

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09 March 2026Juda H.

Great primer!!

Originally posted on bareMinerals

Yes, I recommend this

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This primer makes my makeup last longer especially in my t zone. Goes on smooth. You don’t need a lot of the product to make a difference.

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08 March 2026Regina C.

Perfect Primer!

Originally posted on bareMinerals

Yes, I recommend this

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Bare Minerals Primer is great! It feels so light and works amazing underneath the foundation and mineral veil. I will be re-purchasing this product.

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04 March 2026Cath

Think I will like it a lot

Originally posted on bareMinerals

Yes, I recommend this

I just started using this so not sure how I feel yet. I am traveling in the U.S. but will be going back to the Caribbean soon. I need to see how it works in our heat and humidity. I used it over the holidays, but it was coolish, none of our normal heat and humidity. I am hoping I love it and I am planning to get the setting spray soon.

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02 March 2026NIki

Dispenser

Originally posted on bareMinerals

No, I don't recommend this

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I agree with many others, love the product but hate the pump. A tube, like the other primers, is much better.

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22 February 2026Kelli

Pump

Originally posted on bareMinerals

No, I don't recommend this

Love the Primer. However, it doesn’t mix well in the container. No matter how much you shake it up, you sti get a thin oily substance that dispenses. The old bottle I could take the top off and use why was inside the bottle, I cat seem to get the top off of this bottle. It’s disappointing and I’ll have to find an alternative.

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17 February 2026Beckie S.

Flawless look

Originally posted on bareMinerals

Yes, I recommend this

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love the feel it makes my skin look great for flawless make up

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14 February 2026Angela H.

smooth and soft

Originally posted on bareMinerals

Yes, I recommend this

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] A couple of pumps makes my face feel dewy fresh and smooth - the perfect canvas for my BareMinerals foundation.

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13 February 2026Lynda G.

Foundation primer

Originally posted on bareMinerals

Yes, I recommend this

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been using this product for years. Absolutely love it. Makes your skin soft and smootj

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09 February 2026Vickie J.

Prime Time Primer

Originally posted on bareMinerals

Yes, I recommend this

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this product it goes on really greasy, so use conservatively but it immediately is absorbed in my face and I am ready to continue my morning makeup. Also the new pump bottle is much more efficient now. I love the way this product goes on and stays on and feels fabulous. I give it a 10+

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09 February 2026David B.

Great oil control and finish

Originally posted on bareMinerals

Yes, I recommend this

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love it. Feels so silky smooth on the skin. Spread easily over face. Love the oil control and finish. Big improvement from previous primer.

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23 January 2026Anita

Not the same

Originally posted on bareMinerals

No, I don't recommend this

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is the worst packaging and the product is not as good as it used to be. The formula separates so you get oil one time, a blob the next, or it doesn’t pump out at all. I’ll be looking for a replacement brand.

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22 January 2026Alicia T.

Great product but lacking in amount

Originally posted on bareMinerals

Yes, I recommend this

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Product is great but man, it’d be great if there was more in the bottle. Feels like a chintzy amount for a high price

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