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Details & care
What it is: An oil-free mattifying primer that instantly blurs flaws, reduces the appearance of pores and controls oil for up to eight hours.
Who it's for: All skin types, though it's ideal for oily and combination skin.
What it does: It dramatically reduces the look of pores while mattifying shine and controlling oil all day. This primer won't clog pores or cause breakouts, is water resistant, features a smooth-glide texture and smoothes and preps skin for makeup. Skin is left with a soft, even finish.
Research results:
In a consumer study of 99 women after one use:
- 97% saw the look of pores minimized.
- 97% said skin felt smoother.
- 96% felt makeup went on smoother.
In a consumer study of 99 women after one week of use:
- 93% said it worked well with their skin tone.
- 90% said it helped makeup last all day.
- 90% said makeup required fewer touchups.
How to use: Warm with your fingers before applying. Smooth a sheer layer over clean, moisturized skin. Wear it alone, under foundation or even over your makeup.
Pro tips: Pat over or under makeup anywhere you need a bit of shine control.
- Paraben-free; sodium lauryl sulfate-free; phthalate-free; fragrance-free; talc-free; oil-free
- Ophthalmologist tested
- Nonacnegenic
- Cruelty-free
- Vegan
- Item #737240
Ingredients
Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Silica, Isononyl Isononanoate, Isododecane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Lauroyl Lysine, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Methicone, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Water\Aqua\Eau, Coconut Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499).
Ingredients are subject to change at the manufacturer's discretion. For the most complete and up-to-date list of ingredients, refer to the product packaging
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Smashbox
Smashbox is a beauty brand born out of a photo studio: the legendary Smashbox Studios in Los Angeles, named for the iconic box-style camera introduced in the early 1900s that produced the first snapshots. Smashbox cosmetics feel good, are easy to wear and are thoroughly tested and photographed at the studio. This inclusive brand strives to demystify makeup with problem-solving products.
Most helpful positive review
Dec 8, 2014
Smashbox Poreless Primer
Where do I begin......well first of all I have wasted soooo much time and money on many other primers that claim to fill in fine lines and pores. I absolutely fell in Love with this one because it actually does what it says. My skin feels velvety smooth after applying it. Although I did find that if I don't let it settled on my skin for a minute before applying my mineral foundation it will have a caking effect. Other than that which that is an easy fix, I have no complaints about this primer. I hope they never stop producing it :-)
Nixxi
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Most helpful critical review
Dec 18, 2015
Awful
I love the basic Photo Finish by Smashbox and was hoping this would be even better. Put it on and then my base would not blend. Looked like I had streaks of foundation and could not get it to set. Will not use this again.
Halimae
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blue247
July 21, 2014
Helps cover pores and control oil but....
This primer is on the thicker side but spreads easily enough and didn't feel heavy on my skin. It seemed to help with oil control and it really did help to hide my large pores. In other words, I'd say it lived up to its claims. But unfortunately it caused me to breakout on several parts of my face. I've used other Smashbox primers and never had that trouble and this was the only new product I had introduced. However, I'd still recommend trying it because everyone's skin is different and if you have issues with covering large pores, this is worth a try.
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cblw
TOP 1000 REVIEWER
Jan 18, 2016
Just so-so
I like the consistency of this primer and it looks great at first. Gives you a matte look and does reduce the appearance of pores. But later in the day I notice streaking and a much oilier complexion than when I skip this step in the morning. One plus is that a little really goes a long way so even the travel size will last for a while.
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Halimae
Dec 18, 2015
Awful
I love the basic Photo Finish by Smashbox and was hoping this would be even better. Put it on and then my base would not blend. Looked like I had streaks of foundation and could not get it to set. Will not use this again.
4found this helpful
Nixxi
Dec 8, 2014
Smashbox Poreless Primer
Where do I begin......well first of all I have wasted soooo much time and money on many other primers that claim to fill in fine lines and pores. I absolutely fell in Love with this one because it actually does what it says. My skin feels velvety smooth after applying it. Although I did find that if I don't let it settled on my skin for a minute before applying my mineral foundation it will have a caking effect. Other than that which that is an easy fix, I have no complaints about this primer. I hope they never stop producing it :-)
4found this helpful
MariaFromMiami
Sept 4, 2014
Pores no more!
BEST primer I have ever used (used smash box photo finish, YSL, Dior, Armani, Dr Brandt...you get the picture). I don't find that it helps reduce oil as much as it keeps my giant pores looking barely there- and in turn, saves me a lot of $ in foundation that isn't being drawn in to them. Cleanse your face well, tone and try this. Makeup stays all day, no 2pm oil slick and no blemishes as others stated. I have the MOST sensitive skin with Rosacea and this works great! Try it.
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Hatewinter
Dec 1, 2014
UNBELIEVABLE !
This cream does exactly what it say's it's supposed to do, It minimizes pores ! My pores are almost invisible. This is a magical product. Try it, you'll love iit !!!!!!!
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