Smashbox Travel Size Photo Finish Correct Anti-Redness Primer - 0.34 fl oz - Ulta Beauty: For Normal, Oily, Combination, Acne-Prone Skin
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The Smashbox primer is praised for its moisturizing properties and ability to create a smooth canvas for makeup application. Many guests appreciate its effectiveness in reducing redness and minimizing pores, making it suitable for sensitive skin. While some have experienced issues with the new formula, the overall consensus highlights its long-lasting performance and hydrating qualities, making it a valuable addition to any makeup routine.
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4.4 out of 5 stars with 2185 reviews
25% would recommend
4 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
17 February, 2026
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Controversial - Best Primer but not for its intended use
Ive tried a ton of primers and none have ever made my foundation look better in my opinion.. BUT this one! For reference- ive used the Benefit primer, hourglass primer, priming sprays yadda yadda. Everytime primers just added an extra layer of "cake" to my face or made my face look worse than if I just did regular skin prep. I also used 'good foundations' like the Estee Double Wear, Lancome Idole, Shiseidos foundation, Charlotte T., and more blah blah. I got a sample of this primer and the green tint intimidated me but when you rub it in theres little to NO green tint, which i know defeats the original purpose of this primer but the ACTUAL priming power?? 10/10 most amazing smoothing perfectly lightly hydrating primer. Its not the slippy silicone-y type and its not just a plain 'hydrating' moisturizer re-labeled as a primer. Its a tiny bit drier than a moisturizer, which in my opinion is how it should be to actually grip the foundation. Its the perfect base after doing a moisturizing skin prep. If youre looking for a primer that actually creates a nice skin texture base this is the one! This was a surprising holy grail for me
2 out of 5 stars
8 August, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Np
I don't cove up the red as much as I like it
5 out of 5 stars
19 July, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
It works
I really like this product. Its great for reducing the redness on my face. Its light, not heavy. There's a noticeable improvement. Not the right product if you like a heavy duty coverage
1 out of 5 stars
12 March, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Did not work
This primer did not cover up even the tiniest bit of redness on my face and my makeup definitely did not stick well to it either.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
23 February, 2025
- Skin tone: Medium
- Skin type: Combination
- Skin concern: Redness
Don't bother trying it!!!
Doesn’t work at all. Don’t bother trying it. Returned right away.
5 out of 5 stars
1 February, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
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.
5 out of 5 stars
19 January, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
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.
4 out of 5 stars
18 January, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
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.
2 out of 5 stars
11 January, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
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.
1 out of 5 stars
9 January, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Very Upset with Ulta right now
Got a gift card for my birthday. The cashier told me I had the card where the PIN had to be peeled off instead of scratched. Whatever that meant. So I tried to peel it and the number then could be read. So, now I can't use the card. And, nobody at the store would help me. Very upset with Ulta right now. I ended up paying for it.
2 out of 5 stars
6 January, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
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.
1 out of 5 stars
27 December, 2024
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
did nothing for my redness
wouldnt recommend def disappointed returning this immediately
5 out of 5 stars
1 December, 2024
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
The best primer I've ever tried
This miracle primer minimized my pores, helped my makeup stay in place, and ACTUALLY kept my face from being overly shiny over 8h of wearing foundation!
1 out of 5 stars
9 November, 2024
originally posted on http://www.smashbox.com/
New formula
I am so sad that they changed the formula. This leaves a green/yellow cast and just doesn't cover the way the old formula did. Please bring back the old primer!!
5 out of 5 stars
30 October, 2024
originally posted on http://www.smashbox.com/
Fan Favorite!
I have been using this primer for years since its release and no other primer has yet strayed me from it! Its finish is mattifying, lasts me about 8 hours before any oil peeks through my makeup. It is unscented. My only gripe is the packaging makes it hard to get what is left when the product is low. But I make a way haha!
5 out of 5 stars
11 October, 2024
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Amazing
I have very dry sensitive skin and do not have a lot of success with most makeup products, but this is a miracle product! Does not dry me out, cause breakouts, or pill on top of heavy moisturizers. It makes my pores basically invisible, makeup just glides on over it, and it keeps it on ALL DAY.
1 out of 5 stars
8 October, 2024
originally posted on http://www.smashbox.com/
Doesn't Work on Skin with Wrinkles
I'm 77 but still have oily skin. Smashbox Photo Finish Oil and Shine Control has been wonderful over the years, but I can no longer find it. I tried Photo Finish Control Mattifying primer with Salicylic Acid and was EXTREMELY DISAPPOINTED. It doesn't control oil AT ALL, plus it causes my makeup to gather in my wrinkles.
1 reply from Smashbox team - 1 year ago
Hi Gaye! We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with our Photo Finish Control Mattifying Primer with Salicylic Acid and understand this missed the mark for you. We hope you'll try our Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Primer instead here: https://bit.ly/PhotoFinishOriginalPrimer. This velvety, lightweight primer instantly smooths and blurs fine lines and pores and helps makeup look and feel better longer. We also invite you to chat live with a Smashbox Artist to discuss exchange/return options here: https://bit.ly/US_SBXchat. They're standing by to assist you!
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
23 September, 2024Verified purchase
- Hair color: Brunette
- Eye color: Brown
- Skin tone: Medium
- Skin concern: Redness, Aging
- Skin type: Combination
Smells like paint thinner (cant be good)
Does not apply evenly smooth & smells like paint thinner. Returned and will avoid “Smashbox” products.
1 out of 5 stars
20 September, 2024
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Bring back old formula!
this is awful, new formula like nothing, no primer, no color correction, what the heck?? trash, useless. looking at other brands now, this new formula going back!
1 out of 5 stars
4 September, 2024
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Not for me
It gave me a chemical burn, irritated my face.