47%
would repurchase
3.6/5
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description

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


5.0
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20 years ago

I like this product very much - and am not upset with the Smashbox line at all. While not a HG for me, this primer is a great way to create a flawless, smooth surface before applying...

About reviewer (2552 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinDry, Fair, Cool

HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

EyesGreen



2.0
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20 years ago

I wanted to try this under my makeup to see if it would help it stay longer, but I just can't stand how oily it makes me! Just putting it on made me feel like my skin looked sweaty! So if you...

About reviewer (20 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Medium, Warm

HairBrown, Straight, Fine

EyesBrown


2.0
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20 years ago

I picked up on this primer from The Shopping Channel in Canada when I discovered they no longer sold Cat Cosmetics.Darnit - why didn't I check ebay? I'm used to Cat Cosmetics Silk Purrfection...

About reviewer (163 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinNormal, Other

HairBlond

EyesGreen


2.0
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20 years ago

I'm very disenchanted with Smashbox in general. It claims to have the "most" staying power yet in terms of results--its been lacking in so many of its products. Including this. It completely made...

About reviewer (64 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Other, Not Sure

HairBrunette, Other, Other

EyesBrown


2.0
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20 years ago

I wanted to get a primer for a while, and got this at Sephora. It looked like a travel size, when I went to checkout I was suprised by the price. Not a good value. When I got home it felt like a...

About reviewer (3 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination

HairBlond

EyesBlue


1.0
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20 years ago

i just can't use these things. this one acted and felt *exactly* like Nars' primer did for me. these products do *not* work for my oily skin -- they increases my oilies throughout the day by a...

About reviewer (245 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinOily, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBlond, Straight, Fine

EyesBlue


4.0
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20 years ago

I have quite dry skin and this is the first primer I have tried. I like it as it makes my foundation go on well and last longer. Also makes my skin smooth. Will try a few other primers before...

About reviewer (6 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinNormal

HairBrown

EyesBrown


5.0
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20 years ago

So, I was lucky enough to swap for a La Prairie Rose Illusion primer/line filler and *love* it. I decided to buy me a Smashbox Photofinish to use on *not as important* days. Well, big scoop...

About reviewer (242 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinNormal, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBlond, Straight, Fine

EyesBrown


5.0
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20 years ago

best that I've used! I have combo/oily skin. I love this and also the green tinted one. only need 2 pumps for my entire face. it holds make-up and really helps with my oil-slicks. I've been using...

About reviewer (17 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinAcne-prone

HairBlack

EyesBlack


5.0
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20 years ago

This a great primer. It goes on silky smooth. It is great for all skin types. I don't wear foundation. I just smooth a bit on forehead and under eyes and add a little powder. Gives a nice...

About reviewer (23 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinNormal

HairBlond

EyesHazel


1.0
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20 years ago

Product was overly greasy, made my pores appear LARGER than they are (even in my cheek area) and clogged my skin. After stopping use for a day, my clogs disappeared. Not a great product and I'l...

About reviewer (96 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinCombination

HairBrunette

EyesGreen


4.0
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20 years ago

I quite like this primer, it realistically only creates a smoother base for my foundation and I didn't find that it reduced the size of my pores or mattify my skin throughout the day. However, its...

About reviewer (48 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinAcne-prone

HairBrown

EyesBrown


3.0
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20 years ago

I won't say the product is poor as it obviously works for many. It does give the skin a smooth texture. However, it does cause breakouts for me. My skin is combo/dry, I won't be re-purchasing.

About reviewer (86 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination

HairBrunette

EyesGreen


4.0
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20 years ago

Im undecided on this product. I think a primer should smooth out your visible imperfections prior to applying foundation, and i think this could do a better job. While it makes makeup go on...

About reviewer (25 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Fair

HairBrown

EyesBrown


5.0
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20 years ago

It took me a while to warm up to this product, but now I really like it. I sometimes use it alone, and it gives my face a much smoother, softer look and feel. Under liquid foundation, I get a...

About reviewer (22 reviews)

Age56 & Over

SkinDry

HairOther

EyesGreen


1.0
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20 years ago

I hate this product. It clogged my pores, despite the claim that it does not, and caused major bumps all over my forehead! It has silicone in it so it feels greasy and clogs! The bumps went away...

About reviewer (9 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinOther

HairOther

EyesOther


5.0
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20 years ago

I love this stuff. I bough mine from sephora. I makes my make up last and last forever! It also gives my face a nice shiny glow which i love!!!

About reviewer (19 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinDry

HairBrown

EyesBrown


5.0
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20 years ago

I absolutely LOVE this primer! I formerly used LM's, but I really didn't notice that it did anything. Smashbox's primer is awesome, though! This one provides a smooth canvas to apply foundation. It...

About reviewer (35 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinNormal, Fair

HairBlond

EyesBlue


4.0
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20 years ago

I love this product! My skin looks soo pretty when i wear it with or without foundation.My Dh even commented on my skin when i wore it, now thats saying alot! My problem with it is it does cause...

About reviewer (6 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination

HairBrown

EyesBlue


2.0
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20 years ago

This product is great if you're going to take pictures or for special events...but for everyday wear I think it's a bit to heavy. It made my skin oily (I have dry & sensitive skin), I had to...

About reviewer (13 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinOther, Other, Cool

HairOther, Other, Other

EyesOther