Doesn’t last

I’ve used the Grown Alchemist Skin Defence Primer with Matte, Satin and Dewy foundations and noticed the foundation would settle into creases and smudges even after 9 hours of wear. I tried ‘baking’ with translucent powder and that didn’t help either. I wish I could love this product because I liked how quickly it dried and the velvety finish, but it didn’t make a noticeable difference on pores, an even-complexion or help my makeup last longer.

- Product received for free from Grown Alchemist in exchange for an honest review.

Good for every day!

The lightweight gel formula makes this primer very easy to apply and it absorbs into my skin very quickly. I enjoy the citrusy scent, I even notice it on my skin a few hours after application. I wouldn’t say this has a completely mattifying finish, as I still appeared shiny along my nose, but the rest of my face was matte. I wouldn’t call the formula drying, but I can’t wear this on its own, I need to pair it with my regular moisturizer or else my skin looks a little dry. Luckily I didn’t experience any product pilling or lifting when applying my foundation on top of the primer. I will most likely continue to use this as I do like that it protects my skin from environmental exposure.

Disclosure: I received this product for free in exchange for my honest review.

- Product received for free from Grown Alchemist in exchange for an honest review.

Works well but the smell is godawful

This primer seems to work well and helps my makeup last longer. I have pretty oily skin and this kept my oils at bay. However, I can’t get past the scent. It’s so strong of herbs that it smells like putting pesto on your face. I can’t handle it so I won’t use it anymore.

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Meh

I’m not a huge fan of Grown Alchemist products. I had the moisturizer cream, cleanser and sunscreen. Non had a wow factor and neither does this primer. I still need to use a setting powder and it piles a bit on the skin. The containers eventually wear out to and the product comes out of the little holes at the bottom. Its not a horrible product but they charge way to much for what it is and that is equivalent to drug store products, its a cleaner product but there’s better options for this price. I received this one free to review.

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Primer with no benefits

@grownalchemist primer has recently been rebranded but has the classic brand's scent which I strongly despise. However, once applied to the skin, I don't smell it even when it's so near to my nostrils.
In an aluminum squeeze bottle with a flip top lid, the product comes out looking like standard silicone primers with a more opaque cloudy white/semi-transparent consistency. It applies seamlessly into the skin and forms a weightless barrier with no residue. It's very mattifying but does nothing to minimize the appearance of my pores so not sure about the blurring benefits for me. I very much enjoy the feeling of this primer on my skin but I personally don't see many benefits for me as I still have to apply powder after foundation if I want it to stay in place.

- Product received for free from Grown Alchemist in exchange for an honest review.

Great primer, heavy fragrance

Hey, guys! I have another super cool product to share with you all!

This is the Grown Alchemist Skin Defense Primer! It is a mattifying primer clinically shown to support a strong skin barrier, providing the ultimate defense against environmental exposure!

This primer has:
✨️Prebiotic Peptides: Supports a strong skin barrier
✨️Ashwagandha: Reduces visible signs of fatigue, reviving healthy-looking glow.
✨️ Reishi Mushroom Extract: Is rich in antioxidants and polysaccharides

This primer is not only mattifying, but it also protects you from environmental stressors! Unfortunately, it has a heavy floral fragrance. If that doesn't bother you, definitely try this out!

Thank you @Grown Alchemist & @Butterly for sending me this product for free in exchange for my honest review

- Product received for free from Grown Alchemist in exchange for an honest review.