47%
would repurchase
3.6/5
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ingredients

Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Trisiloxane, Silica, Dimethicone/ Vinyldimethicone Crosspolymer, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Extract, Propylene Glycol, Water (Aqua, Eau), Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, Cola Acuminata Seed Extract, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract

Reviews

Reviews


2.0
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19 years ago

I was so excited to finally puchase a bottle of this primer after having read raves on this and another board. Boy am I disappointed! I don't have oily skin, yet I look like and oil slick with...

About reviewer (25 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinOther

HairOther

EyesOther



5.0
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19 years ago

the BEST primer on the market- hands down. go out n buy it, your skin will look more even first time using it. foundation stays on like a dream. ;p

About reviewer (27 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination

HairBrown

EyesBrown


5.0
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19 years ago

I used NARS before this. I do like NARS though HOWEVER... Smashbox does a better job of "filling in" those fine wrinkles I am getting because I smile too much. So in the end, Smashbox wins for me!

About reviewer (426 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinNormal

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


3.0
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19 years ago

I did really like this one at first until i got ahold of the Nars Primer. The Smashbox does feel the best going on, makes your skin sooooooooooooooo soft, and i if i can remember correctly I...

About reviewer (511 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinOily, Fair, Cool

HairBlond, Straight, Fine

EyesBlue


4.0
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19 years ago

I bought a primer set which includes this one. It feels very good after using. A little amount is sufficient for the whole face. I feel my face is very smooth which remind me the feeling of using...

About reviewer (40 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinNormal

HairBlack

EyesBrown


2.0
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19 years ago

I have tried this on two separate occasions and have come to realize that this is not a good product for me. I am always taken in by how nice primers feel on my hand - sales associates are very...

About reviewer (21 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinOther

HairOther

EyesOther


5.0
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19 years ago

I can't believe it took me so long to buy this "Godsend" of a product! My sister had been using it for years now and had been raving about it but for some reason, it took me a while to give into...

About reviewer (9 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination

HairBrown

EyesBrown


5.0
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19 years ago

one of my staples ;p absolutely the BEST foundation primer.. not oily, just glides over skin and perfects texture. makes my foundation last all day..prevents any smearing or blotchiness... improves...

About reviewer (44 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


5.0
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19 years ago

i'm glad i have this primer, i used to not use primers & my laura mercier oil free & bobbi brown stick foundation would crease all over my face by mid day, i just lived with it and didn't know why....

About reviewer (116 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinAcne-prone

HairBlack

EyesBlack


5.0
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19 years ago

I've been using Chanel Base Lumiere for the last several months, and while I had no problems with it, decided to try out Smashbox's primer. The Chanel has a violet cast to it, and I notice that...

About reviewer (1606 reviews)

Age

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

EyesBrown


4.0
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19 years ago

I got a couple of samples that have lasted over a week now. This is the first primer I've used and I notice my liquid foundation goes on way better. I also notice that my mineral powders don't...

About reviewer (54 reviews)

Age

SkinCombination

HairBlond

EyesBrown


4.0
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19 years ago

This is the first foundation primer I have ever used, and I like it. I bought the trial size which is $10 for .5 oz. It's lasting me a long time [which usually doesn't happen] and a little goes a...

About reviewer (9 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


3.0
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19 years ago

I was disappointed with this product, partly due to high expectations (from the reviews). And it was so hard to come by.<br> <br> I'm Asian Chinese. Came in a clear squeeze tube (0.5oz) and is...

About reviewer (23 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination

HairBlack

EyesBlack


5.0
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19 years ago

When I first bought this I was not certain how I liked it. I normally used Dermablend as my foundation but at the time I bought PhotoFinish I was using a liquid makeup base because I thought...

About reviewer (7 reviews)

Age56 & Over

SkinCombination

HairBrunette

EyesBlue


3.0
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19 years ago

I've never actually purchased this, but I've recieved LOTS of samples through Sephora. I swear, this is their favorite thing to hand out haha. It has a gel-like consistency that is not sticky at...

About reviewer (48 reviews)

AgeUnder 18

SkinAcne-prone

HairBrown

EyesBrown


4.0
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19 years ago

I used it with my Lancome Teinte Idole Ultra and it worked great! Made the foundation go on much smoother (less blending) and the foundation lasted much longer. Hid my pores and fine lines. I...

About reviewer (81 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinNormal, Other, Not Sure

HairOther, Other, Other

EyesOther


5.0
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19 years ago

Best primer.... A sillicon based product, smoothen out your skin to provide a smooth surface for your foundation or whatever you plan to put on later. Helps the products you've applied on top to...

About reviewer (74 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinDry

HairBlack

EyesBrown


4.0
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19 years ago

I gotta say this primer is fantastic! You only need to use a little bit and it goes a long way. Great coverage and you use less liquid foundation. Two travel size bottle of this product is cheaper...

About reviewer (22 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinNormal

HairBlack

EyesBrown


5.0
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19 years ago

I seem to be in the minority here as of late, but I love this stuff. I am EXTREMELY oily, and this doesn't seem to add any oil at all, nor does it clog my pores. I use this before my CG Smoothers...

About reviewer (274 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinVery Oily, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

HairBlond, Other, Other

EyesHazel


2.0
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20 years ago

Smooths skin to a certain point and gives it a wet glow. But did clog my pores and caused a breakout. Won't be buying again.

About reviewer (24 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Medium

HairBlack

EyesBrown