Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Water 1oz

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So it’s perfect for those really long days when you don’t want to have to worry about panda eyes come 6 pm.

This makes for a cost-effective—but still high-performance—option, thanks to smoothing silicones and hydrating glycerin, all in a water-soluble base. This Blend primer is apricot in colour, which works to help even out discolouration and reduce the look of dark spots. If you're in the market for moisture, you're in luck: This grippy, gel primer features a combo of hydrating skincare ingredients, such as hyaluronic acid and aloe.

It’s actually kinda mattifying to me as it seems to absorb access oil on my forehead and t-zone area when I mist it on. The best primers stop foundation or concealer from setting inside the lines on your face, making them less visible throughout the day – if that's filling in wrinkles, then yes, they do something like that. Personally, I think it’s geared towards those that like to spend time crafted a detailed makeup look, but you get to decide for yourself whether you'd rather invest in this multipurpose product or opt for another effective option that's a little more affordable.

Finally I tried it as a setting spray and felt like it did an ok job at setting makeup and also refined the look of powder on my drier skin so it appeared more luminous with less of a drier finish. As silicone primers create a veil over your skin, they can trap dirt, sebum and impurities and suffocate the skin slightly which can in turn lead to the formation of blackheads and breakouts. So instantly you might think that using it after your skincare and prior to your makeup would be the way to go.Our team of beauty experts cover everything from makeup to skincare, picking out the most effective products from the best brands and latest trends. Plus, it's infused with hyaluronic acid, mushroom extracts, and vitamin E for long-lasting hydration. You can find out more about our use, change your default settings, and withdraw your consent at any time with effect for the future by visiting Cookies Settings, which can also be found in the footer of the site. We put the Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Water to the test after receiving a complimentary sample from the brand. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA Enterprise and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Of course, if you pile on the Smashbox's Photo Finish primer, it can clog your pores because it is effective enough used in small doses. It was back in 2000 when Smashbox founder and photographer Davis Factor developed the iconic Photo Finish Foundation Primer to help makeup look better and last longer on shoots, fast forward to 2017 and there’s a whole range of primers including eyelid primers, colour correctors, a priming oil and a water primer too. For example, if your skin is dry, you'll want to avoid primers with a matte finish or ones that are too lightweight to give you a deep hydration.So you might be thinking what need you’d have for a Lash Primer, but this formula is designed to plump lashes and make mascara last longer, plus never smudge or flake. Infused with Jojoba, Honey and Bearberry, the emulsion creates a lit-from-within glow and perfect preps your skin for makeup. That said, many water-based formulas are oil-free and leave a matte finish, making them especially helpful for those with oily skin.

PS – regarding misting during the day – I can see why you wouldn’t want to do that because as you’ve stated you have very dry skin. We have selected six of our favourite formulas to help you find the best silicone-free primer for you. And this mattifying primer delivers thanks to micronized bamboo powder, which both blurs pores and keeps excess oil from giving skin a greasy look. The Smashbox Photo Finish Super Light primer is the perfect base for foundation Is primer applied before or after moisturiser?Although, you can also wear primer by itself on no-makeup days, just to give yourself a more even complexion.