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Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Pore Minimizing Primer
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Summary
Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Pore Minimizing Primer minimizes the appearance of pores.
Benefits
- Smoothing
- Sheer Coverage
- Translucent
- Natural finish
- Blurs Pores
- Non-Comedogenic
Key Ingredients
- Contains a Vitamin E derivative
Features
- 97% said skin looked smooth*
- 91% said it minimized pore appearance*
- 93% said it helped makeup stay put*
- *Self-evaluation by 100 women over 1 week
Item 2219868
To use under makeup: Apply to clean, lightly moisturized skin. Pat on problem areas & blend with fingertips.
To use over makeup: Pat on lightly over makeup & blend.
Prime in the AM: Apply a thin layer of this PRO balm to clean, lightly moisturized skin. Pat lightly from the center of the face outward with fingertips. Wait seconds, then apply makeup as usual. Skin appears smooth & even...isn't that what we're all looking for?
Apply whenever pores come out of hiding: If pores reappear, pat delicately on T-zone over makeup & blend. Remember, just a dab'll do ya!
BEAUTY TIP: Apply a thin layer of Benefit's POREfessional Face Primer to clean, moisturized skin. Next, smooth on Benefit's Boi-ing Cakeless Full Coverage Liquid Concealer starting at the outer areas of the nose, moving downward toward the jawline. To avoid cakiness, don't lay it on thick! Finish with Benefit's Hoola Bronzer for complexion perfection!
Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Isononyl Isononanoate, Silica, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Isododecane, Phenoxyethanol, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Cyclohexasiloxane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Fragrance (Parfum), Mica, Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Limonene, Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Triethoxycaprylylsilane, BHT.
Product ingredient listings are updated periodically. Before using a Benefit product, please read the ingredient list on the packaging of your product to be sure that the ingredients are appropriate for your personal use.
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Most Helpful Positive Review
I'm a huge benefit gal...and yet was still a little...
I'm a huge benefit gal...and yet was still a little skeptical about this one, because I wasn't sure it would make that much of a difference. Wow, was I impressed. It wasn't so much minimizing my pores as it was taking away all the oily shine from my face and allowing my makeup to stand out more! So ...
Most Helpful Critical Review
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Don't get me wrong, I love Benefit. Who doesn't love the darling vintage illustrations, quirky packaging, and cute names, but I have to say I'm disappointed with the Porefessional Primer. Pros: 1. It makes your skin smooth and matte, 2. it's packaged nicely, and 3. it makes your makeup stay longer: ...
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PLEASE GO BACK TO OLD FORMULA
I have been using this for YEARS. It is the ONLY primer that blurs my pores like I want. I also use it to fill my ice pick scars. I have never been able to find any other product that does this. This new formula is terrible!!! It doesnt blur anything and doesn't fill my scars. I am PANICKING!! It's greasy, cakes up, and rolls into clumps. Not that it will make a difference, but I am going to email them because how much I loved and needed that stuff is that serious for me!
NOT THE SAME!!
HORRIBLE! I have used this porefessional for years. When they changed the packaging, they changed the formula. I agree with every woman who has posted that it is now: thin, greasy, slides off, does not blur and pills terribly. I'm hoping that Benefits sees all these terrible reviews or hears about them and brings back the original product. What a disappointment!!
Porefessional Primer
I thought this was the original matte primer bit it's actually jist the poreless primer. It eneded up being a happy mistake. I prefer this over the oringal matte primer. I apply all my cream liquid, then gently pat a small amount over the areas I want poreless. I then ser woth loose powder abd a puff. It gives me a poreless look with a nice natural finish. It does keep my makeup in place all day, I do have to do the occasional touch up with powder. Doesn't break me out either. Onlt con is I feel like it super expensive so I don't wear it everyday jist for special occasions.
Absolute garbage since the formula changed
This was a great primer before the formula change. It is absolute garbage now it clumps and it takes horribly. I'm looking for a different brand. I would not recommend recommend and will not buy again unless they bring back the old formula. And it is sinful to allow the previous good rating to apply to the new formula in this packaging. I emailed the company and they confirmed with a responding email that it is indeed a new formula.
HORRIBLE new formula!
I agree with all the reviews that say this new formula is horrible! I'd give it a "0" if I could. It's so greasy and thin and accentuates my pores instead of masking them. This used to be my favorite primer and would not go without. I will be looking for another product to replace this if benefit does not bring back the old formula. SO DISAPPOINTED!
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How many ounces is the mini?
- Asked by Facepaint
- Official Answer By Benefit Cosmetics en_USThe mini size is 7.5ml/0.25 US fl. oz.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this product water based?
- Asked by Marine
- Official Answer By Benefit Cosmetics en_USHi Gorgeous! Our POREfessional Face primer is silicone-based!Was this answer helpful to you
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Is this oil based or water based?
- Asked by Mamamae
- Official Answer By Benefit Cosmetics en_USHi Gorgeous! Our POREfessional Face primer is silicone-based!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this silicone based
- Asked by Kaity
- Official Answer By Benefit Cosmetics en_USHi Gorgeous! Our POREfessional Face primer is silicone-based!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this non comedogenic?
- Asked by Mel
- Official Answer By Benefit Cosmetics en_USHi Gorgeous! Our POREfessional is non comedogenic! xoxo BWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
How does this work on aging skin over 65?
- Asked by Beauty Buff
- Official Answer By Benefit Cosmetics en_USHi Gorgeous! POREfessional will help to minimize the appearance of fine lines, and give your skin a smoother than smooth finish. xoxo BWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
When I put this on anymore, it flakes and leaves particles on my skin. Does it get old? Never used to do this
- Asked by Beck
- Official Answer By Benefit Cosmetics en_USHi Gorgeous! All beauty products have an expiration date. I would say that if used daily, it can last 4 to 5 months give or take. Our unopened products typically have a shelf life of 36 months. xoxo BWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
How do I apply the primer? And how much do I apply?
- Asked by shopaholic26
- Official Answer By Benefit Cosmetics en_USHi Gorgeous! Apply alone, under or over your makeup. Apply a thin layer to clean, lightly moisturized skin. xoxo BWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this product gluten free?
- Asked by Char
- Official Answer By Benefit Cosmetics en_USHi Gorgeous! POREfessional Face primer does not contain gluten. However, please note that in spite of all the care we take over the traceability of our raw materials, we cannot guarantee that the raw materials used may not have accidentally come into contact with a gluten ingredient during their manufacturing process at our suppliers. xoxo BWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Does this primer fill in wrinkles?
- Asked by Angue
- Official Answer By Benefit Cosmetics en_USHi Gorgeous! Quickly minimize the appearance of pores & fine lines for smoother-than-smooth skin!. xoxo BWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Will this blur my acne when I put makeup on, not making my makeup go into my acne scars?
- Asked by Renea
- Official Answer By Benefit Cosmetics en_USHi Gorgeous! POREfessional face primer quickly minimize the appearance of pores & fine lines for smoother-than-smooth skin! xoxo BWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
t does product expire?
- Asked by acasena
- Official Answer By Benefit Cosmetics en_USHi Gorgeous! Yes, our products have expiration dates on the packaging. Unopened products typically have a shelf life of 36 months. xoxo BWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
For my senstive skin friend, will this break my face out..?
- Asked by Faith
- Official Answer By Benefit Cosmetics en_USHi Gorgeous! Benefit does not test for or claim that our products are hypo-allergenic (least likely to cause an allergic reaction) or non-comedogenic (does not cause pimples & blackheads). If you have a specific allergy, please take the ingredient list (which can be found on the product detail page) to your dermatologist to determine if a product is suitable for your skin. xoxo B https://www.ulta.com/porefessional-face-primer?productId=xlsImpprod2290003&sku=2219868Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I just wanted to know if this can be applied just by itself without having to use makeup or foundations??
- Asked by Jennifer
- Official Answer By Benefit Cosmetics en_USHi Gorgeous! Apply this silky, lightweight balm alone, under or over makeup. xoxo BWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this product non comedogenic
- Asked by tor
- Official Answer By Benefit Cosmetics en_USHi Gorgeous! This is to confirm that POREfessional Face Primer is non-comedogenic. xoxo BWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
It has silicone on it ? Is it safe for acne prone skin ? I have deep acne scarring is it going to make any diffrence ?
- Asked by Shree
- Official Answer By Benefit Cosmetics en_USHi Gorgeous! POREfessional is silicone based, which should not clog your pores. xoxo BWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
It is work for oily skin i have a T zone oily and pores in the same zone
- Asked by mary
- Official Answer By Benefit Cosmetics en_USHi Gorgeous! To keep your T-Zone under control, apply the POREfessional from the center of the face outward by patting lightly with fingertips. If you're looking to control all-over shine, I recommend the POREfessional: Agent Zero Shine! This shine-control powder instantly minimizes shine and helps smooth the look of pores. xoxo B https://www.ulta.com/porefessional-agent-zero-shine-control-powder?productId=xlsImpprod6330001&sku=2268638&_requestid=548563 Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
does this product go well with tarte shape tape matte foundation?
- Asked by Anna
- Official Answer By Benefit Cosmetics en_USHi Gorgeous! Our POREfessional face primer works great with our foundations! Check out our products at https://www.ulta.com/brand/benefit-cosmetics-makeup-face-foundation?N=1z141adZ26y5. xoxo BWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
I received a sample of this product and it has a tint to it but I have read that is is transparent.. does this product ever come tinted?
- Asked by Geninemarie
- Verified Reply - Staff ExpertWe apologize for our delayed response. Please contact gethelp@ulta.com for assistance. Thanks!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
My makeup now tends to separate, how would this primer help prevent my makeup from separating as well as my skin from looking oily.
- Asked by Miss
- Verified Reply - Staff ExpertSorry for the delay answering your question. Please reach out to gethelp@ulta.com for assistance. Thanks!Was this answer helpful to you