This was a waste. Did nothing for my pores or control oil.
About reviewer (34 reviews)
Age30-35
SkinVery Oily, Fair
HairBrunette
EyesBlue
75%
would repurchase
3.7/5
package quality
package quality
price range
description
A nourishing foundation primer and antiaging serum in one. This innovative primer preps the skin for foundation application, facilitating blending and extended wear—but also features reparative benefits that hydrate and smooth skin to blur the appearance of fine lines and pores. The secret is in the ingredients. Coenzyme Q10 improves clarity and radiance and reduces the appearance of lines and wrinkles, while MultiPeptide Complex supports skin repair, collagen synthesis, and hyaluronic acid production. Vitamins F, C, and E protect the skin, soothe inflammation, and reduce redness while protecting against the appearance of premature aging. Bisabolol, which is derived from the chamomile plant, reduces redness and inflammation. Vitamin F esters, squalane, and hyaluronic acid nourish and moisturize the skin.
ingredients
Cyclopentasiloxane Dimethicone Dimethicone Crosspolymer Squalane Aqua Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Bis-PEG/PPG-14/14 Dimethicone Glycerin Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer Phenyl Methicone Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone Bisabolol Butylene Glycol Dimethiconol Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate Sodium Hyaluronate Tocopheryl Acetate Linoleic Acid Linolenic Acid Ubiquinone Dehydroacetic Acid Salicyclic Acid Benzoic Acid Lecithin Phenoxyethanol Carbomer Retinyl Palmitate Polysorbate 20 Citrus Aurantium (Neroli) Oil Benzyl Alcohol Palmitoyl Oligopeptide Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Reviews
Reviews
Almost 3 decades later, I'm starting to discover what my skin is sensitive to. I avoid all oils, fruit extracts. Coverfx seemed like a very good option to go with. I had high hopes for this primer....
About reviewer (193 reviews)
Age25-29
SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Neutral
HairBrown, Other, Coarse
EyesBrown
This primer is my favourite. I have tried quite a few over the past year, in an effort to minimize my pores and until now I didn't find any had much effect. My skin is not oily but I have enlarged...
About reviewer (96 reviews)
Age56 & Over
SkinNormal, Fair, Cool
HairBlond, Straight, Fine
EyesBlue
Kind of pricey but a beautiful primer. Completely vegan, if that matters to you: gluten, mineral oil, fragrance, paraben and talc free. I'm told it was formulated with cancer patients in mind so...
About reviewer (1140 reviews)
Age44-55
SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Cool
HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium
EyesBlue
This is the new hybrid of silicone primer that claims to have more bells & whistles to "nourish" your skin ..... (skin is nourished by our blood system, no superficial substance can do that), but...
About reviewer (778 reviews)
Age44-55
SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Warm
HairBrunette, Straight, Coarse
EyesBrown
Kills MAC for staying power & radiance. In the past, I used Mac Radiance primer & it was my favorite. But I love the Cover Fx skin-prep. This primer makes my foundation last all day. I have...
About reviewer (2 reviews)
Age36-43
SkinCombination, Fair-Medium
HairRed
EyesGreen
This is now called Cover Fx Anti-Aging Primer. I'm typically very very picky when it comes to primers that's why I've never found a HG primer..before this one. This has completely changed the game...
About reviewer (51 reviews)
Age19-24
SkinSensitive, Olive, Warm
HairBrunette, Straight, Coarse
EyesBrown
I've tried many a primer and some are different textures than others. This one looks and feels like a serum. It hydrates just a bit but not too much and causes any foundation, including the Cover...
About reviewer (302 reviews)
Age36-43
SkinVery Dry, Fair, Warm
HairSilver, Other, Other
EyesGreen
I love love this product! I sometimes use it at night just because it feels so good on my skin. If I use this for powder foundations though, I will use very little of it. My skin is dry to...
About reviewer (3 reviews)
Age44-55
SkinDry, Fair
HairBlond
EyesGreen
This was pretty expensive for a primer. $45 dollars. I needed something to wear under my powder foundation in the summer. Ive been using it for the past few weeks and its oil free and fragrance...
About reviewer (50 reviews)
Age25-29
SkinOther, Other
HairOther
EyesOther
This is an amazing foundation primer. Going on it feels a bit similar to Smashbox Photo Finish but feels a bit more like a serum. It does take a minute to soak in as well. As for performance, this...
About reviewer (3 reviews)
Age25-29
SkinCombination, Fair-Medium
HairBrunette
EyesGreen
This is a wonderful product, I have repurchased it 3 times. It will give you that glowy, smooth, perfect skin look. People have complimented me on my skin with this product on, and I never get...
About reviewer (9 reviews)
Age25-29
SkinNormal, Fair-Medium, Not Sure
HairBlack, Other, Other
EyesBrown
Great primer for dry skin, though I have not used it yet in warm/hot weather. No tightness in the day, though I do use it with a light moisturizer. Holds liquid, cream, powder, and BB cream in...
About reviewer (1 reviews)
Age36-43
SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Warm
HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine
EyesBrown
I did not purchase this yet. I received a sample from Sephora (normally I throw them away but this intrigued me) so I can't attest to the long-term skin benefits.
I have never loved a primer so...
About reviewer (7 reviews)
Age30-35
SkinNormal, Medium Brown, Neutral
HairBrunette, Kinky, Medium
EyesBrown
Too emolient to keep foundation in place and too expensive. If you have dry skin and are not using a moisturizer or SPF with mositurizer then this can serve as your mositure, though.
About reviewer (132 reviews)
Age44-55
SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Neutral
HairBlond, Straight, Fine
EyesGreen
I tried MAC P&P- couldn't stand it, didn't see any difference btwn using it or a lotion at all. Then I switched to Smashbox which worked well but I couldn't help but to think all the horrible...
About reviewer (600 reviews)
Age36-43
SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Warm
HairBlack, Curly, Coarse
EyesBrown
Ilove this primer!!! the first time i used it i saw a huge difference. it feels great, no oil. and it will last since i only have to use a very small amount. i feel like thru-out the day my makeup...
About reviewer (6 reviews)
Age25-29
SkinNormal, Fair-Medium, Neutral
HairBlond, Straight, Fine
EyesHazel
It might be a good primer but it broke me out terribly all over my face. Will never use again, ever.
About reviewer (22 reviews)
Age36-43
SkinAcne-prone, Fair
HairBlond
EyesBrown
This is a must have in my daily skincare!! I have used this for over a year now and still cannot believe how much of a difference it makes. After running out once I noticed a huge change in my skin...
About reviewer (2 reviews)
Age44-55
SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Not Sure
HairBlond, Curly, Medium
EyesHazel
I got this as a mini at Sephora, and was shocked at how well it worked - I immediately bought another. I have combination skin (so I can get some serious shine in the T-zone), but am also beginning...
About reviewer (43 reviews)
Age36-43
SkinCombination, Fair
HairBlond
EyesBlue
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