Review: NEW CID I-Prime

I've tried a few products from NEW CID and each time I've really liked them, even from the first use but with I-Prime, we didn't get off to the best start. 

I'm not the biggest fan of primers, I never notice much difference when using one. My foundation usually lasts all day on it's own so perhaps thats why. If I had problems with bases sliding off my face or disappearing after a few hours then maybe I would swear by them. I do have enlarged pores though and wouldn't say no to my skin looking smoother which is why I decided to give I-Prime a go. As with all NEW CID products, I love the packaging! I think white packaging is a nice change from the usual black, and the silver accents make it stand out from most of my makeup collection. Not only is it pleasing to the eye but it's also very practical. The right amount of product is dispensed each time and there's no lid to lose, the silver part at the bottom twists to release the pump then once twisted again the pump locks down and can't be pressed.

The primer itself is seriously silky, it does contain silicone but feels very light which surprised me as I was expecting something similar to Benefit The POREfessional. It dries down within a few seconds and doesn't feel slimy or tacky so you don't need to faff around before applying foundation. I-Prime is white in colour but applies clear so even very dark skintones can use it without any problems. It contains an ingredient called andenison tri-peptide that helps to strengthen the skins barrier function and add bounce and radiance back to the skin. I have no idea if it actually does strengthen the skins barrier but it blurs any minor imperfections and makes my skin look a lot nicer even before I add any foundation. 

Everything about it sounds great but as I mentioned, we didn't get off to the best start. It doesn't work with every foundation which is a real pain. Pur Minerals CC Cream is my most reached for base at the min but these two don't go well together at all. I-Prime started clumping together as I was buffing the CC Cream in to my skin, it looked as if I was trying to buff foundation into extremely dry skin. It looked so bad that I had to wash it off BUT, it works Brilliantly with the likes of YSL Le Teint Touche Eclat, Liz Earle Signature Foundation and of course, NEW CID's own foundation. Paired with the right foundation the finish looks incredible but it's just a shame that it won't work well under everything. 

Are you a primer junkie?

Have you tried I-Prime?

NEW CID I-Prime Foundation Primer, 30ml, 27 quid from www.hairtrade.com

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Review: Benefit The POREfessional

Benefit The POREfessional is probably one of the most raved about primers out there. The price tag of £23.50 for just 22ml always put me off purchasing as I never really bothered with primers and instead just used my day creams as a base and was always happy with the results but the reason I wanted The POREfessional so badly was because of its promise to minimise the appearance of pores. Does it minimise the appearance of pores? Yes it does, even without applying foundation on top.

My 2 samples came as magazine freebies and they're still going strong. I only use The POREfessional on my cheeks as thats where my pores are more visible so a tube would last me ages but if you plan to use it all over you're face everyday it could get a bit pricey. The texture feels really silky on the skin because of the silicone and helps to make your skin look a lot smoother. I love it so much for the simple fact it helps disguise my pores but in all honesty my make up doesnt last any longer than it would without primer.

Whats your thoughts on primers, do you think they realy help our make up last longer? I'm not convinced.

Benefit The POREfessional available from all Benefit counters and online (link)