bareMinerals Prime Time Daily Protecting Primer
Works for
MoisturizingCaprylic/capric triglyceride, Coco-caprylate/caprate + 10 moreWorks
“, Sugar Molecules Are natural humectants that lock in moisture.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, butylene glycol.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: caprylic/capric triglyceride, isopropyl myristate.
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Clinical Results In an independent US clinical study of 36 people, after 2 weeks of use , Skin tone improved by 11% , Skin texture improved by 51%”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Anti-agingTocopherolNot delivered
“What it is A lightweight, creamy primer that extends makeup wear, fights visible signs of aging, and provides clean, mineral-based protection from UV rays.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Titanium dioxide3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideZinc oxide10.48%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideWater~45–55%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~6.7–8.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideCoco-caprylate/caprate~6.6–8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin without creating a greasy texture
More about Coco-caprylate/caprateUndecane~4.7–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a non-greasy finish on the skin
More about UndecanePolyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate~3.5–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleateTapioca starch~3.1–3.7%
Glycerin~2.7–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinTridecane~2–2.5%
Magnesium sulfate~1.7–2%
Polyglyceryl-2 isostearate~1.3–1.6%
Tocopherol~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolHydrogenated vegetable oil~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated vegetable oilCamellia japonica seed oil~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore skin's barrier function. Might have an anti-oxidant effect
More about Camellia japonica seed oilTheobroma cacao extract~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Butylene glycol~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolBisabolol~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololBiosaccharide gum-4~0.75–1.1%
Alumina~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products
More about AluminaStearic acid~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPolyhydroxystearic acid~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Polyhydroxystearic acidGlyceryl isostearate~0.65–0.95%
Triethoxycaprylylsilane~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
More about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneLecithin~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinIsostearic acid~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture
More about Isostearic acidPolyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleateDisteardimonium hectorite~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteIsopropyl titanium triisostearate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Isopropyl titanium triisostearatePropylene carbonate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture
More about Propylene carbonateIsononyl isononanoate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness
More about Isononyl isononanoateStearalkonium hectorite~0.3–0.6%
Isopropyl myristate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristate1,2-hexanediol~0.15–0.3%
Caprylhydroxamic acid~0.2–0.35%
Propanediol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIron oxides~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesIngredient list view
Titanium dioxide, Zinc oxide, Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Undecane, Polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate, Tapioca starch, Glycerin, Tridecane, Magnesium sulfate, Polyglyceryl-2 isostearate, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Camellia japonica seed oil, Theobroma cacao extract, Butylene glycol, Bisabolol, Biosaccharide gum-4, Alumina, Stearic acid, Polyhydroxystearic acid, Glyceryl isostearate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Lecithin, Isostearic acid, Polyglyceryl-3 polyricinoleate, Disteardimonium hectorite, Isopropyl titanium triisostearate, Propylene carbonate, Isononyl isononanoate, Stearalkonium hectorite, Isopropyl myristate, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Propanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Iron oxides
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| bareMineralsPrime Time Daily Protecting PrimerYOUR PRODUCT | Elcie CosmeticsPearl Radiance Primer | MilaniSkin Quench Hydrating Face Primer | Lune+AsterHydralift Primer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 31% | 30% | 30% |
| Price | $28.05 | — | $8.99−$19.06 | $18.00−$10.05 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 2 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Cyclopentasiloxane | Allantoin | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"bareMinerals - Prime Time Daily Protecting Primer" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 2.70% - 3.30%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "bareMinerals" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails for 30.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 6Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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