Review of Nyx Angel Veil Skin Perfecting Primer

Review of Nyx Angel Veil Skin Perfecting Primer ($16.00)

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I've always loved Nyx products, so when I picked up the Angel Veil Skin Perfecting Primer I would anxious to see if it would do what I needed to.

                        *Background: I have really oily skin especially in my T-Zone area, so I was looking for a mattifying primer that would prevent my foundation from moving and slipping!

First off, I love the packaging! I like that its simple but still really pretty. I tried it out on the back of my hand in the store before purchasing just to see what effect it had on my skin. After patting it in on the back of my hand, the skin was smooth and soft with no oily residue, and for only $16, I was sold!

My first time trying this primer under my foundation was interesting. I was honestly nervous to try it out because I read online that it cause many users breakouts, and I was finally at a state of peace with my skin. I threw caution to the wind though and tried it out.

The primer comes out opaque white and does leave a white cast - this was not necessarily an issue for me because I have fairly fair skin, however I know for those with deeper complexions, this will be an issue. So that's one con on the list. After applying the primer my skin felt just like on the back of my hand - soft and smooth. I applied my foundation and the rest of my makeup, which managed to cover the white cast by the way, and went about my day.

This particular day I didn't use a setting spray because I had run out, so I did have to touch up with powder about halfway through the day. However, after using this primer for months now, I can say I am absolutely in love. My foundation doesn't slide and my T-Zone stays mostly matte all day as long as I use a setting spray.

So, here are the pros and cons:

PROS
- Leaves skin smooth and soft
- Keeps foundation from sliding
- Fairly cheap and possible dupe for Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer

CONS
- Leaves white cast that could show through foundation on deeper skin tones
- Without setting spray, could possibly need to touch up with powder

Overall, I will be purchasing this primer again!!

XOXO,

Hannah