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Summary
Smashbox Photo Finish Control Mattifying Primer is an oil-controlling primer that delivers a matte look while defending skin and perfecting makeup infused with a Silkscreen Complex, Witch Hazel, Salicylic Acid, + Zinc.
Features
- Creates a breathable, silky barrier that perfects the canvas by smoothing skin and strengthening it against damage from environmental aggressors like pollution and blue light.
- Keeps skin looking matte without drying it out.
- Excess oil production is kept in check.
- Creates a lightweight, breathable skin barrier.
- Blurs imperfections and minimizes the look of pores.
- Helps makeup glide on and look better longer.
- Non-acnegenic: Won't make you break out.
- Suggested for combination and oily skin types.
- Delivers a matte finish.
- Cruelty-free.
- 2022 Allure Best of Beauty Award Winner for Best Primer
Key Ingredients
- A Silkscreen Complex - Antioxidants, Hyaluronic Acid, Probiotic Extract, Vitamins, and Algae: Formula helps nourish, balance, and defend skin.
- Witch Hazel, Salicylic Acid, and Zinc: Help to control oil.
Formulated Without
- Parabens
- Phthalates
- Sulfates - Sodium Lauryl Sulfate/Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLS/SLES)
- Mineral Oil
- Animal or animal derived ingredients & byproducts
Step 1: Smooth over clean skin.
Step 2: Wear alone or under makeup to mattify and control oil
Water\Aqua\Eau, Dimethicone, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Methyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Calcium Carbonate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Algae Extract, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract, Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract, Rosa Hybrid Flower Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract, Yeast Extract\Faex\Extrait De Levure, Pantethine, Caffeine, Butyl Avocadate, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Betaine, Trehalose, Sorbitol, Zinc Pca, Glycerin, Sodium Polyaspartate, Polyglyceryl-3 Disiloxane Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Isohexadecane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Isopropyl Isostearate, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether, Lauryl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Polysorbate 80, Disodium EDTA, Silica, Hydroxyapatite, BHT, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Benzoic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol. 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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Should a primer (hydrating primer) be allowed to dry down before applying foundation. Sometimes my foundation seems to ball up when applied on top of any primer. Should I apply a moisturizer before or after the primerizer hydrating primer?
- Asked by Liz
- Official Answer By Smashbox USGreat question! Apply your Smashbox Photo Finish Primerizer + Hydrating Primer with Hyaluronic Acid after your moisturizer as the very last step of your skincare regimen prior to foundation application. Though the primer doesn't necessarily need to "dry down", it should still be relatively well-absorbed with the skin feeling bouncy. If you find that your foundation is pilling, consider cutting down the amount of primer in half to see if that helps!Was this answer helpful to you
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I have purchased this so many times over the last few years and recently ive noticed sometimes the product inside is white and others its yellow? Its always the same primer but whats the reason behind the color change?
- Asked by Ginny
- Official Answer By Smashbox USHello! Your comments are important, and we want to connect you with the right team. If you would like further assistance, please reach out to our Consumer Care team at 877-698-4301 to share your concerns.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Could i use under the eye area
- Asked by E
- Official Answer By Smashbox USThe Photo Finish Control Mattifying Primer is a game-changer! This primer is your new BFF when it comes to oil control and pore minimization. Infused with a Silkscreen Complex, Witch Hazel, Salicylic Acid, and Zinc, this skincare-powered formula creates a breathable, silky barrier that works wonders for your skin. It not only smooths your skin but also strengthens it against environmental aggressors like pollution and blue light. Here's the best part: just apply it in light layers under the eye area for a smooth, flawless look. This formula starts working its mattifying magic in seconds and keeps your makeup looking amazing for up to 12 hours. Was this answer helpful to you
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Why is the primer sometimes yellow in color and other times white in color?
- Asked by Cate
- Official Answer By Smashbox USThank you for reaching out with your question about Smashbox Photo Finish Control Mattifying Primer. With regard to your concern, we want to connect you with the right team and invite you to contact our Consumer Care Team at 877-698-4301. You may reach our Consumer Care Team Monday to Friday: 9 AM EST - 7 PM EST or Saturday & Sunday 10 AM EST - 6PM EST. Please note these hours of operation may change during peak periods and special circumstances.Was this answer helpful to you
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Does this replace my morning serum and moisturizer (with SPF) or do I put this primer on top of those?
- Asked by Curious
- Official Answer By Smashbox USGreat question! First apply your morning serum, followed by Photo Finish Primerizer+ Hydrating Primer with Hyaluronic Acid, and finish your skin care prep with your moisturizer (with SPF). We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
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Most Helpful Positive Review
love it!
Happy Wednesday Everyone 💜 I hope the first week of the new year is going swell for you all. 💜 This primer was gifted to me by @influenster & @smashbox last week and I have been using it for the past 3 days. So far I have been pleasantly surprised by how well the primer works. It blends into my s...
Most Helpful Critical Review
anti-redness readiness!
Initially, my first impressions were of the packaging . The primer comes in a easy to use squeeze tube that delivers the product out slowly but effortlessly, so you don't get to much all at once. In addition, I like that the word "correct" on the tube was green colored. This signified to me that ...
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Best Anti-Redness Primer
The Smashbox primer seems to be more moisturizing and does not leave a dry flaky texture like a some other brands I've tried.
My Go-To Primer!
Fantastic product! I'm 42 years old with very fair, very sensitive, pink-undertoned skin, with rosaceia on my cheeks. My once oily face has become dry and even more easily irritated with age. This primer is such a blessing for my redness. It feels wonderful going on, like it's just smoothing its way over any bumps or fine lines to create a lovely canvas for a few dots of foundation. Soothing and moisturizing, and it dries to a satin-soft feel. It doesn't pill under makeup, but I've learned to be pretty gentle with my skin so I don't give it much of a chance. The color correcting is the best I've found. Anyone with skin like mine knows that you can't rub or even dab something on your face without creating more redness... give your skin time to chill afterward before judging the coverage. Then compare photos with and without it, on multiple days. I bet you'll see a difference! One purchase lasts several months for me so it's a great buy.
Smashbox primer
I have really oily skin and this product only kept my skin shine free for like 4-6 hours. It does keep my skin blurred for photographs though.
Didn't Hide Redness
Overall it's an okay primer but not as good as some of their others. It didn't do anything to hide the redness on my cheeks.
Didn't do much
Still have redness on my lower cheeks, now with a slight green cast. I tried applying it with my fingers, with a makeup sponge, and with a brush - all with the same results. I tried applying more, less, and with/without serum too. I will say the texture is nice, it glides on easily and doesn't feel like I'm wearing anything. It has a nice mattifying effect, so although it did nothing for redness, I'll at least be using the rest of this tube under foundation.