Chantecaille Ultra Sun Protection SPF 50+++ Anti-Glycation Primer Review

I must say, as a new member of the I love Chantecaille club- I approach each new product with considerable excitement. I have yet to be disappointed, and my initiation into the world of their Ultra Sun Protection SPF 50 PA+++ Anti-Glycation Primer was no exception. What a mouthful, try saying that three times fast. I was quite generously given enough samples of this primer to be able to use it for a full month, and after using it for that length of time I can tell you that the formula is amazing.  The texture is like crushed silk and it feels as good on the face as a Hakuhodo brush! It has the wonderful and pleasant smell of roses, but that fades very quickly once applied. I immediately noticed how flawlessly that my foundation or tinted moisturizer applied, and there was no need for reapplication or touch up of my foundation throughout the day (of course it is important to note that sunscreen must be reapplied in order to remain protected from the sun). The thing that I was most worried about was not using another sunscreen in order to test the merits of the sun protection factor of this primer- this seems risky given that we are in the midst of a Los Angeles summer. I am pleased to report that I had nothing to be concerned about- as it turns out it boasts a pretty magnificent sunscreen.

According to Chantecaille: "The oil-free texture beautifully smooths skin and controls oil-breakthrough and shine throughout the day. Chantecaille make up artists find that the fluid perfectly preps skin and extends the wear of Future Skin Foundation. Water and humidity-resistant, it is perfect daily protection for outdoor activities and humid climates."

		This truly invisible shield delivers comprehensive UV protection: SPF 50 for UVB and PA+++ for UVA.
-		The formula contains a combination of three highly effective, broad spectrum UV filters.
-		Cherry blossom, lemon balm, and white tea extracts deliver powerful anti-inflammatory properties, protecting DNA from free radicals
-		Carnosine, an effective and well-known anti-glycation ingredient, ensures that skin is protected from the internal threat of sugar glycation (a process that breaks down collagen)
-		Paraben-free

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE 7.5% (OCTINOXATE), ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE 5% (OCTISALATE), BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE 3% (AVOBENZONE)
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE, ROSA DAMASCENA FLOWER WATER, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE, ISONONYL ISONONANOATE, METHYL METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE, GLYCERIN, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, POLYGLYCERYL-6 POLYRICINOLEATE, TETRASODIUM EDTA, TOCOPHEROL, MELISSA OFFICINALIS LEAF EXTRACT, STEARYL GLYCYRRHETINATE, CARNOSINE, LECITHIN, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, CYCLODEXTRIN, [CITRONELLOL, GERANIOL, EUGENOL, CITRAL, FARNESOL, LINALOOL]

Application: Apply daily over moisturizer and before makeup application for smooth, protected skin.

Overall assessment: This is a very lovely primer, and I can think of nothing negative to say about the product itself. However, the price will understandably be prohibitively expensive for most people. That said, it is one of the loveliest primers that I have ever tried! I would most definitely suggest getting a sample and trying it before making the investment. Before I commit to buying the full sized tube I will try my generous samples of Peau Vierge (LMdB)- then I will come to a decision.

$85.00 1.3 oz (40 ml) Where Chantecaille is sold.
Stock photo from Nordstrom