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Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer Oil-Free Pore Minimizing Reviews

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    89% OF CHICKS DIG IT

    4.7/5
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    Recommended? You Betcha!
    October 13, 2022

    Makes my pores disappear

    I unfortunately have quite large pores but this primer makes them disappear! I have tried other pore minimizers and nothing works as well as this one. I use it alone without makeup as I find it gives me a natural look with even skin tone, I’m not a fan of heavy makeup. However, I have tried to use this under foundation and it was horrible, foundation slides around and becomes blotchy. But as a “makeup free” pore minimizer I highly recommend!

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    2.7/5
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    January 22, 2019
    Saskatchewan, Canada

    Only good for short term

    This primer is great for smoothing out and filling in your pores, but you need to be careful with this stuff!
    This is a silicone based primer (which is why it gives that silk-like feeling) which is why it's so great at blurring your pores, but you need to make sure you wash your face really well after using it. It has a tenancy to sit in your pores and will stay there unless you do a through job scrubbing your face afterwards. As with all silicone based primers, it's not great on oily skin. The oils in your face will try to seep out and get trapped by the silicone - nothing gets out, and nothing gets in. It's a barrier for your skin and can be the cause of a breakout. If you use this make sure to give your face lots of breaks and do not use it every day! If you have oily skin, I would not recommend this.
    I find this to actually be the worst of all silicone based primers. Yes, it makes your skin look beautiful and I will still wear it if I have an event that I know I will be at for less than five hours. But this can cause havoc on your face and cause more harm than good! My suggestion is to stay away from silicone based primers all together.

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    5.0/5
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    January 21, 2019
    Ontario, Canada

    My daily primer

    I really enjoy this product. It feels very nice on my face and a little bit goes a long way. Creates the perfect base for my makeup. This is my favourite primer!

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    4.8/5
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    July 03, 2018

    Can't live without it!

    Tried this when I got a free sample from Sephora last year and loved it. It's one of the best primer's out there and I recommend it to all my friends who are looking for one.

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    4.7/5
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    July 03, 2018
    British Columbia, Canada

    Make up stays on all day!

    I received a small sample of this primer to try at home and I absolutely love it. It is very moisturizing and a little goes a long way. It dries quickly and allows for a smooth makeup application. I have noticed my make up stays on much longer throughout the day since I've started using this product and my pores look smaller.

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    4.5/5
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    June 28, 2018
    Ontario, Canada

    A great daily primer plus minimizes pores

    This is a great primer to add to a collection. I use this almost daily. Never dries out my skin and looks great with or without added makeup, plus the bonus of minimizing pores. I find my makeup lasts longer using this product.

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    4.5/5
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    June 21, 2018

    Amazing!

    I received a few samples of this and it was amazing. My skin felt velvety smooth after and pores were instantly reduced! You only need a small amount to cover your entire face so it will definitely last which will make up for the higher cost. Will definitely purchase!

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    4.5/5
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    February 28, 2018

    One of my favorite primers

    I really enjoy this primer. I like the consistency and feel, it's really smooth and for me, it blurs out my pores. I love how it makes the foundation look really flawless too. On the skin it feels like you don't have anything but it still does its job. Highly recommend it!

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    3.8/5
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    January 23, 2018
    Ontario, Canada

    Pricey, but worth it.

    As someone who battles oily skin (Hello! Small OPEC oil producing country on my face!), I find foundation to be something that is only a pipe dream. Until I was introduced to Smashbox.

    A little of this product goes a long way. And it is so ridiculously silky smooth, it makes my face feel a smooth as a baby's bottom. Not only does it go on like a dream, but it really does prevent that horrible "shine" that happens almost immediately for me.

    It is a little more on the expensive side, but as I said before, a little goes a long way, so this is a product that lasts.

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    3.5/5
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    October 17, 2017
    British Columbia, Canada

    Feels good!

    I do like how it feels on my face (smooth finish) but i dont think it lasts for the day on me. And for the value price i wouldnt want to pay so much for so little either. If anyone can recommend a different brand for better value then i wouldnt mind trying. But so far this one is working for me...

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