Hence the arrival of the Monu Illumination Primer SPF 15 to my beauty routine. I’m not traditionally one for primers – mainly because after I use my Skinceuticals Pigment Regulator, Clarins Eye Cream and an SPF, I feel like an added primer would simply create a greasy, shiny canvas for my foundation. As with many things, too many layers surely complicate the issue. But on receiving a sample I decided to give the Monu Primer a whirl. As with all Monu products, it’s derived from natural ingredients and smells like a delicious spa treatment when applied. The blurb involves all sorts of chat about radiance and antioxidants, all good words I believe.
The cream itself is alarmingly thick – you will squeeze too much out on your first go so be gentle – a little goes a long way. Despite the rich texture it sinks in to the skin well and feels like it really is moisturising rather than simply acting as a barrier. Make up can easily be applied after five minutes and glides on. My biggest problem (despite having dry skin) was a shiny t-zone with SPF creams which seemed immune to even the thickest layers of loose powder and furious blotting. But Monu seems to keep a matte consistency yet still manages to brighten my skin. I will stop short of using the word “illuminate” here – that is both physically impossible and not what the product does – but it certainly makes my skin look fresh and hydrated.
If only Monu did a SPF 50 version for the summer months...my t-zone would certainly thank them.
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