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Egg frying in oil. That’s how I look if I don’t use a makeup primer. Scrambled or sunny side up, it doesn’t matter because grease takes the lead. Add makeup meltdown, now that’s one badly-cooked egg!
Recently I had the opportunity to try another product from Reviva Labs, a company known for its all-natural skincare line. Retailing for $19.50, this makeup primer is surprisingly impressive for a number of reasons.
Ingredients: Cyclopentasiloxane, dimethicone, Vitamin A Palmitate, Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol), Olive Oil, Coenzyme Q10, Squalane.
So let’s start by counting the ingredients, seven in total right? A similar primer sold at Sephora has 20+ unnecessary fillers yet both perform the same function. The question is, will you pay for what’s in it or what’s in it for you? If you’re into natural and affordable products, Reviva Labs is the logical choice.
Dimethicone is a common ingredient in primers because it acts like a protective barrier and fills in pores and lines which makes your skin look somewhat flawless. The only downside to most dimethicone- based makeup primers I have tried is the strong chemical fragrance. For whatever reason, Reviva Labs did a good job of eliminating the funk.
The consistency of this primer is on the thicker side but it does feel velvety and smooth upon application. I used two pumps to cover my entire face (over face serum). Overall, I’m pleased that it helped preserve my makeup throughout the day, reduced my pores albeit temporarily, and slightly controlled the ever greasy pan, my face that is!
Have you tried this primer?
I have been curious about this because I'm trying to pair down the ingredients in my beauty products. I didn't have much success with my last Reviva product, so that's why I haven't picked it up. Sounds like it might be worth a shot!
let me know how this turned out for you
I'm not a big fan of Dimethicone and try to avoid it when possible.
yeah, some people I know had breakouts from Dimethicone
I haven´t tried this primer, but it is in my wish list!
must-try
I love this primer! I have been using it for years!
awesome!
Reviva Labs can do no wrong! This is next on my list of products to buy!
pretty affordable too
Love Love LOVE this primer. Simply keeps makeup on lock down. Great post and love your picture.
glad to know you love this too
My favorite primer! The only one I use!
great to know!
I love this brand but never tried their primer. Sounds like a great product to use.
it's a must-try
Their primer is great but it takes forever for it to set before I put foundation on it.
a lil thick, consistency-wise ha?
Love that the ingredients are kept to a minimum
yep, less than 10, how's that?
LOL! Yes, I do know the egg frying in oil look all too well!
yes, very unsightly to begin with, haha
I really need to try this brand!
let me know how it worked for you
This is on my list. I love Reviva, I have a couple of their products in my regular skin care arsenal. I can't live without face primer, my foundation just falls apart without it. 🙂
me too! just when I thought my skin is changing as I age, but no I still need a primer.
I had no idea they made a primer!
same here!
Nope, I have yet to try this primer but it definitely sounds promising. Great review!
thanks Ashley
Looks wonderful!
it does
I have and love this stuff!
great to know!
I have never used Reviva primer, looks awesome. You should try Michael Marcus primer and/or MUFE Al Mat (it is expensive but it is the best oil control primer probably followed by Smashbox Photolight).
thanks for the reco! Michael Marcus sounds interesting
I have been hearing so many awesome things about this brand. This sounds awesome!
my gut-feel tells me you'll like it
I love this stuff! I got it a few years ago!
I heard so many amazing things about this primer!
I love all that is reviva!
I wish I had as good of results with the primer myself, I'm glad it works for you though!
This primer does take a while to set. I can't use it if I'm in a hurry.
I have been eyeing this primer for some time now 🙂
My dry skin really enjoys this primer!