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Summary
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Reduce the appearance of fine lines and pores while locking in your makeup with the Original Photo Finish Foundation Primer by Smashbox. Lightweight and oil-free, it gives you a flawless finish, while antioxidants and vitamins A and E help protect your skin from pollutants, damage, and stress.
Features
- Makeup lasts hours & hours
- Fills in fine lines & pores instantly
- Glides on to give you a flawless finish
- Protects skin from environmental pollutants, damage & stress with antioxidants vitamin A + E
- Lightweight & oil-free
- Ideal for all skin types
- #1 Prestige Cruelty-Free face primer
- *Source: Circana / U.S. Prestige Beauty Total Measured Market, Cruelty-Free Face Primer Dollar Sales, 12 months ending August 2023
Research Results
- 93% saw blurred imperfections*
- 93% saw smoother skin*
- 91% saw minimized pores & lines*
- 95% said it helped makeup go on flawlessly*
- 94% said it worked well with their skin tone*
- 94% agreed foundation blended more easily*
- *In a consumer study on 103 women after 1 week of use
Formulated Without
- Parabens
- Phthalates
- Oil
- SLS & SLES
- Alcohol
- Gluten
- Triclosan
- Mineral oil
- Formaldehyde
- Coal tar
- Hydroquinone
- Smooth a layer over clean, moisturized skin
- Let it set for 15 seconds
- Wear alone or under makeup
- Can also be used over makeup for touchups
Studio tip: Try it in your hair to tame frizzies.
Use it with (each sold separately):
- The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Primer
- Halo Healthy Glow 4-in-1 Concealer
- Blurring Foundation Brush
Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Trisiloxane, Silica, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Extract, Propylene Glycol, Water/Aqua/Eau, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, Cola Acuminata (Kola) Seed Extract, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract.
Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package you receive for the most up to date list of ingredients.
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Questions
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- Q
Can i use this primer with the estee lauder double wear foundation?
- Asked by Nini
- Official Answer By Smashbox USYes, you can definitely pair the Smashbox Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Primer with other foundations, including long-wear formulas. This iconic primer is designed to work beautifully across different textures and finishes—it helps smooth the skin, extend wear, and create a soft-focus effect. For best results, let the primer set for a few seconds before applying foundation. We'd love to help you create your dream skin! Visit the Contact Us section of the Ulta website to continue the conversation.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can it be worn without makeup? I rate wear makeup
- Asked by Fran
- Official Answer By Smashbox USThe Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Oil-Free Primer isn't just your average primer. This powerhouse product can be worn over your favorite moisturizer to create an instant real-life filter for blurred, soft focus skin. It instantly smooths and blurs the appearance of pores and fine lines, while also shielding your skin from environmental pollutants, damage, and stress. When paired with makeup, it ensures your base blends seamlessly, looks flawless, lasts longer, and uses less product. And for those shine-prone areas, it doubles as a liquid powder to instantly mattify. Get ready to rock that flawless look all day, every day.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
How long will this allow my makeup to last ?
- Asked by Kk
- Official Answer By Smashbox USGreat question! Our Smashbox The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Oil-Free Primer does not offer a wear time claim; however, it is formulated to help your makeup last longer! It even works to blur fine lines and pores while instantly giving you a flawless finish.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is there a smell to it?
- Asked by Candy
- Official Answer By Smashbox USHello! The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Oil-Free Primer is formulated without fragrance and is fantastic for anyone seeking a velvety, lightweight primer that instantly smooths and blurs fine lines and pores, nourishes skin with vitamins A and E, and helps makeup look and feel better longer. We understand the importance of this topic and want to connect you with the right team if you may like further guidance. We welcome you to reach out to our Consumer Care Team at 877-698-4301.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
The website says this contains a specific type of silicone. Will this clog pores like any other silicon products.
- Asked by Seriously. Worms!
- Official Answer By Smashbox USGreat question! Our Smashbox Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Oil-free Primer is non-acnegenic and won't cause break outs. We use cosmetic grade silicones in our face primers to help smooth skin without clogging pores.Was this answer helpful to you
Reviews
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Ratings Distribution
Best Uses
- 451Everyday
- 372Sensitive Skin
- 332All Skin Types
- 220Going Out
- 205Normal Skin
Describe Yourself
- 346Brand Buyer
- 298Natural Style
- 263Budget Shopper
- 235Classic Style
- 92Trendy Style
Most Helpful Positive Review
A Love Story from an Acne Prone Gym Goer
PHOTO: The attached photo is after approximately 12 hours of wear on a naturally oily face, and an extremely sweaty workout. I have fallen in love with this product as well as the eye primer. I went to Ulta in search for a new foundation because I thought that my Tarte, powder foundation couldn't h...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Not for Oily Skin
This is the worst primer I have ever used. I have an oily tzone, makeup slides off my nose very easily. I use Estee Lauder's Doublewear makeup and needed something to prime with. Previously, I had been using Benefit's Porefessional, which is decent for dabbing on problem pore areas. I bought sa...
1952 results
Love this Primer
I wear this every single day. It blurs and evens out my skin texture. I am 63 years old and I do not wear makeup, and with this product, I don't have to. This primer softens my skin and it lasts all day long. Great product.
Used for Years
I have tried several primers since using this one. I always went back because, at least for me, this one was the best. It leaves my skin so smooth so my foundation goes on easily.
Just buy it!
I love this primer! I wear it alone and it's so smooth and doesn't make me feel hot!
Good product
This primer is smooth ash and i would say it blurs as well.
Yes
I just got it;it's a good one