Urban Decay Primer Potion Review
I was so happy that I had found two beautiful eyeshadow palettes, Urban Decay Naked3 (read my post here) and Urban Decay Backtalk (read my post here) however, I was getting so frustrated. The problem was I would apply it in the morning, but by the end of the day, it was gone – practically disappeared! Where had it gone? I was complaining to my daughter, Chloe (softoctobernight), when she said: “try the eyeshadow primer samples that came with your Naked3 palette.” The next time I wore eyeshadow I tried the Urban Decay Primer Potion in Original. My eyeshadow, by the end of the day, it was still there, looking just like it did in the morning when I applied it. I was delighted and amazed at this product!
I will always use this primer before applying my eyeshadow. It really is a miracle worker!
What is it?
Urban Decay Primer Potion is a product that basically prepares your eyelids for the application of eyeshadow, creating a beautiful flawless canvas. This miracle worker prevents fading and creasing.
Your eyeshadow is more vibrant, and the best part for me is that it lasts all day. In fact, Urban Decay claims it can last for 24 hours – and I don’t doubt that claim!
Texture and Tones
This primer has a creamy, lightweight formula. It comes in a variety of skin tone colours, I use the Primer Potion in Original – a nude tone but it also comes in:
- Eden – a nude matte (perfect for oily eyelids)
- Freebase – an opaque white matte
- Minor Sin – a nude shimmer
- Sin – a champagne shimmer
- Caffeine – a warm rich brown matte
- Anti Ageing – for the visible signs of aging.
The applicator is a wand, however, I do find this a little harsh on my eyelids – so you can either dab the loaded wand on your eyelids, or on the back of your hand (alternatively, you can squeeze the tube on the back of your hand), and softy blend it onto your eyelids with your finger.
A little of this primer goes a long way.
The Packaging
I absolutely love Urban Decay’s packaging! The Original Primer Potion comes in a striking purple tube, and I love the crystal effect top, such a nice touch.
The box that the Original Primer Potion comes in is gorgeous as well – starting out black, then going into a deep purple/dark blue, with silver writing. I am a sucker for beautiful packaging!
Urban Decay Primer Potion comes in two sizes; 10g for $35 (AU) and a handy travel or trial size 5.7g for $20 (AU). I think this would be the perfect size to try without having to spend too much money.
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36 Comments
Jodie
I cannot wear eyeshadow without primer…..it just doesn’t work for me. I have tried this brand in the past and loved it. But you know what my mom said?? She didn’t like the name of it…ha ha!!
XOXO
Jodie
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Janet
Yes, I am totally with you! I was getting so fed up with my eyeshadow just disappearing! Aww your Mom is so cute, I am with her on the name! When my daughter started to buy Urban Decay I was, “that is a horrible name” Haha I am over that now. Urban Decay has amazing makeup! xx
Narhee
Great review! Sounds like a lovely product
Narhee | Made in Mauve
Janet
Thank you Narhee! It really is a wonderful product, I will always use this before eyeshadow. xx
Chloe
This primer definitely is a miracle worker!
Chloe x
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Janet
I love this little miracle worker! xx
Kelly Thompson
I used this primer brand! It’s so amazing, I really like it!
Kelly | https://lizado.com/
Janet
Hi Kelly! It is so amazing! It’s the only eyeshadow primer I have tried, but I am so happy with it. xx
Mercy
I have to be honest, I haven’t tried Urban Decay yet. The primer looks good, perhaps it’s time for me to check out this product.
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Janet
I love Urban Decay, I am a big fan of their products! If you have problems with your eyeshadow either creasing or fading, I highly recommend this primer! xx
Melody Jacob
waiting to try this product
Thanks for sharing this lovely post
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Janet
Thank you Melody! I highly recommended this product, it is so good! Today was a shopping day for my daughter and I, now we are exhausted! Have a wonderful weekend! xx
Dorota
I’ve never used a primer before, but if it really helps that much I guess I have to try it out!
Dorota
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Janet
Hi Dorota! It really does help that much, I was so tired of having my eyeshadow disappear now with this primer my eyeshadow lasts all day! xx
Jessica
This looks really good. Great review you have here dear, thanks for sharing your thoughts on it. Would love to check this out myself.
Janet
Thank you so much Jessica! I am glad you liked my review. It really is an amazing product! xx
Heather Rowland
Brilliant review and I love the sound of this product – I’ll need to give it a go so thanks for sharing!
Heather xoxo
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Janet
Thank you so much Heather! Glad you liked this review, I highly recommend this primer, it certainly is a little miracle worker! xx
Kara
My eyeshadow never lasts all day, so thank you for this recommendation! I’ve tried eyeshadow primers in the past but they never worked, so I’ll have to give this one a try x
Janet
Hi Kara! I hope this primer works for you, it is annoying buying a product and it doesn’t work! If you have oily eyelids I would recommend Urban Decay Primer Potion in Eden, this is the one my daughter uses and she loves it whereas original did nothing for her, yet works wonders for me! Good luck xx
Ingrid
I love primers and I need them because my eyelids are oily! The Urban Decay one is a really good one!
xx
Ingrid
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Janet
Hi Ingrid! I totally agree with you, this primer is a good one! My daughter has oily eyelids and she loves Urban Decay Primer Potion in Eden, she says it really helps! xx
Lisa Autumn
I am obsessed with the primer potion!
x Lisa | lisaautumn.com
Janet
It’s just so good! Glad you agree Lisa! xx
Evgenia Kovalievska
You really inspire me to try more and more beauty products!
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Janet
Thank you lovely, that is so good to know! xx
analysa
Oh, that’s awesome. Thank you for sharing with us. I really like the eyeshadow box, their colors look great. I will definitely buy it
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Janet
Thank you! xx
Babita
I love using primer! This is such a great review you made here!
Xoxo Babita
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Janet
Thank you so much Babita! xx
Victoria Alvina
It is my faaaavorite primer!!
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Janet
It’s so good! xx
Ellie
I cannot believe that I Have never tried this! Defo need to get my hands on it now
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Ellie xx
Janet
This primer is a game changer for helping eyeshadow to stay put! I highly recommend it! xx
Julia Rees
I love an eyeshadow primer, and this product looks great!
Julia x
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Janet
It’s a fabulous eye shadow primer for sure xx