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Summary
Highlights
Smashbox Photo Finish Primerizer+ Hydrating Primer delivers a fresh, dewy look while defending skin and perfecting makeup; infused with a Silkscreen Complex, Triple Hyaluronic Acid, + Niacinamide.
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.
- Replenishes skin's moisture reserve for a smooth, plump glow.
- Creates a lightweight, breathable skin barrier.
- Smooths and blurs imperfections.
- Helps makeup glide on and look better longer.
- Suggested for dry skin types.
- Cruelty-free.
- Delivers a fresh, healthy look with a dewy finish.
- 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.
- Triple Hyaluronic Acid: Hydrates and plumps skin for up to 72 hours.
- Niacinamide: Nourishes the complexion.
Formulated Without
- Parabens
- Phthalates
- Sulfates - Sodium Lauryl Sulfate/Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLS/SLES)
- Mineral Oil
- Animal or animal derived ingredients & byproducts
Item 2588004
Step 1: Smooth over clean skin.
Step 2: Wear alone or under makeup to plump and hydrate skin.
Water\Aqua\Eau, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Glycerin, Isopropyl Isostearate, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether, Niacinamide, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Sodium Polyaspartate, Algae Extract, Caffeine, Lactobacillus Ferment, Yeast Extract\Faex\Extrait De Levure, Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract, Rosa Hybrid Flower Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract, Trehalose, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pantethine, Sorbitol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylyl Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium Edta, Propanediol, Nylon-12, Silica, BHT, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate.
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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Is this product non-comedogenic?
- Asked by B
- Official Answer By Smashbox USThanks for reaching out with your question! Smashbox Photo Finish Primerizer+ Hydrating Primer is a comfortable, breathable primer that enriches skin with a soft glow. For the most in-depth formula information, we want to connect you with the right team. You can reach the Smashbox Consumer Care team by phone at 877-698-4301 for further assistance.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
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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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
- Q
What foundation can be use with this silicone free primer ? I have the haus labs foundation Too face foundation And mac foundation These are all silicone based foundations. Since this primer is silicone free can it still work with these foundations?
- Asked by mtk
- Official Answer By Smashbox USGreat question! We're happy to confirm that our Smashbox Travel Size Photo Finish Primerizer + Hydrating Primer with Hyaluronic Acid pairs perfectly with all foundation formulas. It is an ideal option for normal to dry skin and delivers a fresh, dewy look while defending skin and perfecting makeup. To apply, simply smooth over clean skin. Wear it alone or under makeup to plump and hydrate skin.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this product, or any of your Smashbox gluten free? (I'm having an issue w severe celiac, so even skin care matters.) Thank you, in advance! 🙏🏻
- Asked by Kimberly
- Official Answer By Smashbox USYour comments are important and we want to connect you with the right team. If you would like further assistance, please reach out to consumercare-soc@gcc.smashbox.estee.com with your information and full details. A team member will then be in touch.Was this answer helpful to you
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Most Helpful Positive Review
Amazing Hydrating Primer
This new hydrating primer is soo amazing! I love it in the winter because my skin gets dry. The packaging is very sleek and pretty! The consistency is very nice, not too thick and not to runny. It is a hydrating primer so you can put it in heavy to have a very dewy finish, but im oily so I use a sma...
Most Helpful Critical Review
PhotoFinish Falls Flat..
I have combination skin that suffers from dryness and oily skin. My primary skin concerns is the scars from acne and the occasional acne flair up. The texture of Smashbox's Photo Finish Primerizer+ Hydrating Face Primer was light and airy. It was not dissimilar to the standalone moisture I use for...
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Best moisturizing primer ever!!!
I loooove tbis primer. It's expensive, but it is worth it. My foundation goes on so so so smooth!
Love that my favorite primer comes in a travel size
Verified Buyer
I love this primer for my combination skin. I have a tendency to get dry patches on my skin when I wear foundation during the colder months. This product prevents those dry patches from forming.
Feels great on the skin!
I like the way this makes my skin feel. I use the Erborian CC cream as my foundation most days and I will say that I think this product would be better under an actual foundation vs. a tinted moisturizer. It did cause my CC cream to breakdown and get oily in my t-zone. Be careful when you squeeze this out, too. Because of its serum-like texture it's easy to squeeze a whole bunch out by accident.
One and done
Verified Buyer
I tried this once and will not purchase again. Did not work as well as the original
The BEST Primer!
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This is my holy grail ride or die primer I always reach for. By using this one, I get the added hydration I do not need from an extra moisturizer prior to adding a primer. But I also get the results of a primer and moisturizer in one! It has no scent and it a gel-like texture that sinks into the skin quickly. It's the only one I use these days and I have normal to dry skin and works beautifully all year long. I have zero pilling with this as well with various foundations and skin tints.