Rare Beauty Always an Optimist Illuminating Primer is a weightless, silicone-free gel primer that smooths, hydrates, and illuminates skin, prepping you for makeup that looks and feels its best all day.

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Apply 1-2 pumps to clean, moisturized skin, blending in with fingers. Then follow with foundation and/or concealer.

TIP: Feel like skipping makeup? Try this primer on its own! It's made with ultra-fine pearls that bounce light to create the look of a more even skin tone.