This Hydrating Primer Is Saving My Winter Skin

I’ve always been a makeup primer girl. In college, primer was simply the first step before my makeup; in my 20s, it was the secret to a flawless face, and during COVID, it was my mainstay for poreless skin. Through years of use, I’ve discovered that makeup primer takes many forms and can serve different purposes. Sure, it can prolong your look and even blur imperfections, but the skinification of makeup has evolved primers to do so much more—and Range Beauty True Intentions Hydrating Primer ($30) is sheer proof. Ahead, I put the brand’s primer that keeps selling out to the test, sharing my honest thoughts and review.

What Makes Range Beauty’s True Intentions Hydrating Primer Special?

Range Beauty has carved a unique lane in the industry with their gentle ingredients and inclusive approach to complexion products. Their foundation, which has gone viral for its ability to cover blemished skin without irritating it, has become a buzzy topic on TikTok. But the True Intentions Hydrating Primer deserves just as much attention. The formula is packed with skin-loving ingredients, such as Vitamin E, to lock in moisture and deliver a layer of protection against harsh elements. Beyond that, it also contains Japanese honeysuckle, which has a slew of benefits, including being an anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and potent antioxidant.

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What I liked about True Intentions Hydrating Primer

As a makeup primer enthusiast, I’ve amassed a collection of products for different occasions, but this primer stands in a lane all its own. For starters, it isn’t clear, white or a translucent blue shade. Instead, it has a peachy hue that’s complemented by its creamy consistency that transforms as you smooth it out. The final texture falls somewhere between a gel and serum, allowing it to easily melt into the skin. This also makes it lightweight and ideal for layering makeup on top.

My Results

Like most people, my skin tends to be devoid of moisture during the winter and looks paler than usual. For this reason, I’m always searching for products that hydrate and provide a natural radiance or glow. Range Beauty’s True Intentions Hydrating Primer did just that. As a base for nothing but under-eye concealer, it gave me a soft glow that looked incredibly natural while smoothing minor imperfections. I was worried it might be a bit too glowy underneath my foundation, but I was pleasantly surprised to see that it was not. Pairing it with my current go-to foundation delivered a skin-like finish with a natural luminosity.