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Summary
Highlights
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
Item 2233964
- 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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Free gift with purchase
Free gift with purchase
Online only free Photo Finish resurfacing primer with $30 Smashbox purchase (valid thru 8.30.25 on shipped purchases only. Full or partial pickup or same day delivery purchases do not qualify. While quantities last)
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Questions
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Can you use this with powder foundation?
- Asked by Roo
- Official Answer By Smashbox USYes, you can use Smashbox’s Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Primer with powder foundation. This primer creates a smooth, blurred base that helps powder apply evenly and last longer. Just let the primer set for a minute before applying the powder.Was this answer helpful to you
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Should this be used before or after a gripping primer?
- Asked by KelliAnners
- Official Answer By Smashbox USFor the best results, apply your gripping primer first to lock in your base, then follow with The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Primer on areas where you want extra smoothing.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I used to use the Smashbox face primer before I would apply my bare minerals powder foundation I am now 62 years old. It worked great then I have oily skin and I don't wanna pay a whole lot. How do I get this?
- Asked by Concetti Fraser Sharon
- Official Answer By Smashbox USGreat question! We're happy to share that the Smashbox Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Oil-Free Primer can work with a variety of foundation formulas including powder. For best results, just smooth a thin layer of the primer over clean, moisturized skin and give it a few seconds to set before applying your foundation. This incredible primer not only preps skin but can be used over makeup for targeted touch-ups as well! If you would like further assistance placing an order, please call us at 877-698-4301.Was this answer helpful to you
- 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
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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...
1961 results
Not for oily or uneven skin. Made brown spots black & oily.
So sad. Absolutely awful. Face is super oily in an hour. Makes spots look black or grey. Way expensive.
I would buy this again.
This is the best foundation primer that I have found.
Will be returning
Absolutely NO DIFFERENCE! The less expensive ELF product did more.
The best primer #1
After receiving a free sample of this primer, I became enamored with it and subsequently bought the bigger one, which seems to be a better value.
Works with Estée Lauder foundation
Love it! Huge difference without it.