Givenchy Prisme Libre Skin-Caring Glow Foundation Review & Swatches

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The lure of a glowy foundation is always too much for me to resist, so I couldn’t wait to trial the new Givenchy Prisme Libre Skin-Caring Glow Foundation. I have a full review here with photos and swatches. Enjoy!

There is so much focus on skincare within foundation formulations for 2021 and this new launch is a prime example. It promises hydration and coverage with a glowy finish.

What is Givenchy Prisme Libre Skin-Caring Glow Foundation?

• Made with 97% natural origin ingredients
• Instantly enhances natural beauty with a luminous finish
• Seamless finish and a glowing complexion for up to 12 hours
• 24-hour hydration
• Over time, moisture levels are boosted while pores and imperfections are refined over time
• Blurring and correcting finish
• Breathable, comfortable, non-comedogenic
• Buildable coverage
• Available in 30 shades across warm, cool and neutral undertones

Givenchy Prisme Libre Skin-Caring Glow Foundation Swatches

There are 30 shades in total and I have three to show you.

1-C105, 2-N150 and 3-W245:

Before & After Photos

I have had a play with both 1-C105 and 2-N150 on my skin, and I think the most flattering is 2-N150. It is very slightly darker than I usually go for, however, it matches the skin on my face and tones into the skin on my neck very well. The result is pretty harmonious.

My Review

With the Givenchy Skin-Caring Glow Foundation, it really is a case of instant glow, and it is so enjoyable to apply. You literally see the radiance happening in front of your eyes, and lines and pores softening. It feels soft and hydrating on the skin, and you can layer it easily without any caking. It’s lovely.

The coverage is medium and buildable and I love the way that it melts into my skin. It just seems to blend really easily on my skin type and texture.

All other products I have tried layer over it beautifully, including cream and powder bronzers. I haven’t been setting it with any powder, as I like to give foundations a good test on their own, and I am happy to now to skip powder with this in the future – although maybe I’d use a touch if I was wearing a mask for any amount of time.

For your reference, I am traditionally a combination skin type but I find that my T-zone is less and less oily as I age. If you have oily skin, this may not wear so well and I think you will definitely need to set it.

In fact, what stands out about it for a glowy foundation, is how well it stays in place on my skin. I am always surprised when I look in my bathroom mirror at bed time to see my makeup still looking pretty flawless. It’s really very impressive and has been working so well on my skin.

Where to buy it

The Givenchy Prisme Libre Skin-Caring Glow Foundation is £40 and available now at:

• Sephora UK* £28!
• Escentual*
• John Lewis*
• Harrods*
• LOOKFANTASTIC*
• Boots*

If you’re also looking for a concealer, check out my Best Concealers for 2023 post.