Swoonworthy Primer: Velvet Veil by Face Time

I am a firm believer in the power of primer products. Primers can change how makeup stays on your skin. Before primers, my makeup would not stay survive a full work day. It would slowly disappear bit by bit until there were just threads of foundation and powder. I hated the hassle of reapplying or constantly whipping out a mirror for touch ups. I wanted my makeup to last at least 8 hours with just an occasional whack of a powder puff.

Smashbox Primer was originally my savior along with primers from countless brands. I thought I was satisfied until I met Velvet Veil.

Velvet Veil is a silicon based primer with added jojoba. This ingredient makes the Velvet Veil formula extra velvety in comparison to its competition.

Besides feeling fabulous, this primer performs better than other silicon based primers.

I wore Velvet Veil with my usual foundation of choice, La Mer. I set it with Caron Madame powder and wore a mixture of Chanel and Nars blushes. My makeup not only survived a rough work day but it survived intact and fresh all night.

I went to bed early on Friday with a fever and chills.

I was miserable so there was no energy or time to wash my face.

I was aware of the consequences but I did not care.

I woke up in the morning and remembered that my makeup was still on.

As a beauty blogger, this is a crime that should not be repeated in public let alone on the blog.

However, I have to post about the amazing results.

My makeup had no budged.

It did not fade, smear, or disappear.

It was still all there in its glory.

I could have literally went out with the face that greeted me in the mirror. My foundation and blush looked freshly applied. My Caron powder still shimmered brightly.

I blinked a few times and then went over to my makeup drawer and pitched my Smashbox primer tube.

I gush often but consider this review one of my most passionate raves.

I am smitten and will never be without this adorable tube.

It is priced at $22 and is currently available at the website.

Visit Facetime at http://www.facetimecosmetics.com/home.aspx

Disclosure: A press sample of this product was provided by Face Time. I also purchased a back up bottle.