Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer SPF 15 Review

I like this primer but it doesn't tick all the boxes of what makes a great primer. The main reason I picked this up is because it's good for the skin - it doesn't break me out, it hydrates and I feel like my skin has had some love under all my "face paint".

I have the 60ml in the new soft tube packaging and I feel they should have kept the old packaging with the pump. The primer is runny and there is very little control on how much you squeeze out. The primer has a white cast to it so for the chocolate beauties out there you will need to rub/blend this baby out because ashy kodak moments will never be in - ever.

Unfortunately the primer doesn't help to make my "face paint" last longer and it could be because I have oily skin so I find that I have quite the shine at the end of the day which is strange considering it doesn't happen with other primers.

I wouldn't repurchase this again but I do feel it takes care of my sensitive skin.

This is one of those primers which toes the line between hydrating the skin and filling in imperfections along with lasting all day long. However with that I don’t think it does the best job in terms of filling in pores and lines as say benefit porefessional. It is more of an all rounder for those who don’t have super dry skin or big pores to fill. It’s creamy and incredibly luxurious to apply and really helps makeup stick. For me this is best applied in combination with a truly hardcore pore primer. Probably a bit pricy for me to repurchase for that reason

This definitely has a signature texture. When you pump the product it comes out almost like a silky foam. When you put it on you feel that texture - addressing any oilyness on your face but not drying either. I have dry skin and I tend to use this in warmer weather as it holds my makeup together longer. Slightly expensive, but keen to repurchase!

I've used primers that have more silicone than Pam Andersons ample.... well. But this is amazing. Allow me to sing the praises: - It makes my foundation last all work day, and I have hungry, oily skin than eats foundation like some spiders eat their young. - Its oil free which is always a bonus when you're a walking slick more often than not This primer has silicone, but you wouldn't know it because its a very fluid primer. I can only afford the travel size version, but it does last ages. I find a pump or two is more than sufficient and the travel sized bottle is super cute!

I have not found a single primer as good as this one.

My skin is really dry so when I want to wear quite heavy makeup I find this useful to prime with.

I totally agree with this being described as silky and weightless. It really helps my foundation glide on.

Can't say I have noticed it cancel any redness. It does however do a decent job at minimising pores. I really like how it does not ball up like some other primers do on me.

If this was less expensive and worked better for redness it would probably be my holy grail!

I love this primer, it is defiantly the best I have ever purchased, it is a shame how expensive it is. It is very good for combination skin and oily skin, I wouldn't recommend it for dry/sensitive skin, but instead the no.28 primer serum (which is like an oil which absorbs into the skin, so its not good for combination skin and oily skin). I really like the way this primer makes liquid foundation glide on to the skin. I have noticed that it really does prolong my foundation therefore I would buy this again. However I wouldn't say it really is SPF, you would need to use a lot (2 layers) so I wouldn't rely on it for sun protection. It does minimise the size of pores, and corrects for redness unsure if it repels water or not.

I love how this product feels on the skin, did help with my makeup application and helped it to last. I have dry/normal skin and sat quite nicely. This product is not a go to for me just because of the price.

I originally tried a mini of this I got given at Mecca and didn’t like it but when I got given another sample I thought I’d try it again as I’d heard so many people say they loved it. I realised I had been using way too much and that’s why my foundation wasn’t lasting very long. Once I halved the amount I was using my base looked amazing!! It definitely increases wear time and doesn’t leave me looking like a greasy mess. I would recommend powdering down your foundation as it does tend to create a tiny bit of a white caste just with foundation. I’m guessing it’s the spf in it. I always wear sunscreen everyday so I don’t really see any benefits to having it in the primer but some may like it. It is an expensive product but then it’s by Hourglass so it’s to be expected. The only thing I don’t like is that when you get to the bottom it’s really hard to get the rest of the product out. I used some bamboo skewers broken in half and managed to use the rest of the bottle (needs must right) I’ll definitely purchase this primer again as I really love how my foundation looks on top of it.

I struggle with t zone problems and dry skin elsewhere. I love this primer so much. I use it almost everyday with no problems. It evens out my skin and sets a great surface for me to apply my foundation. Definitely give yourself time in the morning to apply this because it needs to dry a bit before applying your foundation. It makes such a smooth finish! Almost airbrushed, which I love. The price is more than other products but you really do pay for quality. I absolutely love this brand. Fully recommend.