$42.00 when purchased online
Target Online store #3991
About this item
Highlights
- Keeps excess oil production in check
- Creates a lightweight, breathable skin barrier
- Blurs imperfections and minimizes the look of pores
- Helps makeup glide on and look better longer
- Won’t make you break out
- For combination and oily skin types
- Vegan and cruelty-free
Description
Smashbox Photo Finish Control Mattifying Primer is a vegan and cruelty-free primer that delivers a matte look while controlling oil + defending skin. Infused with a Silkscreen Complex, Witch Hazel, Salicylic Acid, + Zinc. This mattifying primer 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. The formula also keeps skin looking matte without drying it out. How to use: smooth over clean skin. Wear alone or under makeup to mattify and oil control.
Suggested Age: 13 Years and Up
Health Facts: Sodium Laureth Sulfate-Free, Phthalate-Free, Contains Salicylic Acid, Formaldehyde-Free, Oil-Free, Paraben-Free, Triclosan-Free, Hydroquinone-Free, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate-Free, Mineral Oil-Free
Color Finish: Matte
Color Palette: Translucent
Product Form: Liquid
Skin Tone: All Skin Tones
Sustainability Claims: Cruelty-Free
Beauty Purpose: Oil Control, Priming, Shine Control, Smoothing
Recommended Skin Type: Acne-Prone, Normal, Oily, Combination
Net weight: 1 fl oz (US)
Features: Smoothes, Long Lasting
TCIN: 84038617
UPC: 607710099722
Item Number (DPCI): 342-02-7891
Origin: Made in the USA
Ingredients:
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' '
Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 4.68 inches length x 1.83 inches width x 0.79 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.09 pounds
Return details
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This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
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4.4 out of 5 stars with 1520 reviews
100% would recommend
4 recommendations
New formula
1 out of 5 stars
MiKi - 10 months ago
originally posted on http://www.smashbox.com/

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!!
Hydrate
4 out of 5 stars
vanessad409 - 1 year ago
originally posted on http://www.smashbox.com/

Good quality. Coverage is amazing and durability as well. Only problem for me, as I do have a oily skin, was that let my skin to shine. But overall is a good product, very hydrating.
A life saver
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Brenda - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
- Skin tone: Medium
- Skin type: Oily
- Hair color: Brunette
- Eye color: Brown
- Skin concern: Dark circles, Uneven skin tone, Pores
When I say this worked it’s because it really did. I tried to find me a good drugstore primer for oily skin but none were working. At the end I had to spend a lil more but it truly worked! I was giving up hope and accepting I’m just a big oily mess but this changed that. Spent a day at the LA county fair and at the end of the day my makeup was still on and I had little to no shine! (With no touchups throughout either) Bought the sample size but I will def be buying the full size when it’s done. Definitely worth the price in my opinion
Hate the new formulation
1 out of 5 stars
Disappointed - 1 year ago
originally posted on http://www.smashbox.com/

I was so disappointed in this new formulation. I received it in the mail and assumed it was just new packaging, but it doesn't go on as smoothly as the original. The original was cream to powder. This has the texture of sunscreen and has to be rubbed in. I hate it. It definitely doesn't make foundation go on smoother. I'll be trying to find another brand's dupe of the original from now on.
Color correct for real
4 out of 5 stars
meagang9 - 1 year ago
originally posted on http://www.smashbox.com/

This stuff does help conceal my redness on my cheeks and my chin due to acne. I like using this with another primer as it doesn't seem to be the best at making my foundation stay.
One of the best !!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Gilly - 2 years ago, Verified purchaser
- Skin type: Oily
- Hair color: Black
- Skin tone: Medium
- Eye color: Black
- Skin concern: Aging, Pores, Uneven skin tone, Dark circles
Keep my makeup on perfect allllllll day. Just make sure you moisturize before.
Mattifying and makeuo stays ALL DAY!!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
BGoodman - 2 years ago, Verified purchaser
- Hair color: Blonde
- Eye color: Blue
- Skin tone: Light
- Skin concern: Sensitivity, Redness
- Skin type: Combination
I’ve been using Estée Lauder mattifying primer for years. I was a little skeptical to try something new, however I think I might have found my new go to primer! My makeup stayed in place all day and looked as if I had just applied it just as I did that morning.
The BEST Primer!
5 out of 5 stars
beautyinmonolids - 2 years ago
originally posted on http://www.smashbox.com/

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.
Not as good as the old one
1 out of 5 stars
Natalie - 2 years ago
originally posted on http://www.smashbox.com/

I am so disappointed with the new smashbox anti redness primer. I had been using the old one for years and loved how well it covered my redness, how smoothly it went on and how silky my skin felt. The new formula is a real letdown - it leaves a sticky finish which makes it almost impossible to apply foundation over, doesn't cover redness well and doesn't go on smoothly. So disappointing as the old one was perfect. I'll be returning this and looking for a new anti redness Primer. Or, Smashbox - bring back the old one!!
So so disappointed
1 out of 5 stars
Dee - 2 years ago
originally posted on http://www.smashbox.com/

I can't tell you how disappointed I am with this product. I wore the previous smashbox green primer everyday for many years and was gutted it was discontinued. I have extreme redness and this new product makes absolutely no difference to it. It covers zero redness and leaves my skin looking oily and shiny. I'm really struggling to find a replacement for your previous primer. If you've any in stock that you would be willing to sell please let me know as I really loved it and unfortunately the new version just doesn't suit my skin at all.. Thanks 😊
1 reply from Smashbox team - 2 years ago
Dear Dee - Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback! We’re excited that you tried Photo Finish Correct Anti-Redness Primer and understand that it did not meet your expectations. The great news is that we have a selection of options to create a beautiful canvas for your foundation and keep you shine free. We invite you to chat live with one of our Smashbox Artists to receive customized advice and personal recommendations. Connect here: bit.ly/SBXLiveChat.
Love
4 out of 5 stars
wendyb196 - 2 years ago
originally posted on http://www.smashbox.com/

I would give this a 4 star. The only reason why I don't think it deserves 5 is because the purple one is way better for my skin. I own a lot of primera and always go back to Smashbox.
Good but I have seen better
4 out of 5 stars
makay - 2 years ago
originally posted on http://www.smashbox.com/

Its a really good product super hydrating sets nicely ,really liquid and milky smooth but for the price I had to get the mini and it's great but I can get this same quality from my elf primers maybe even better for half the price And some times it peels so it's good not great 😊
Very disappointed
1 out of 5 stars
Lin - 3 years ago
originally posted on http://www.smashbox.com/

I have used the green primer for years. The new formula is very different. It does not go on well and does a poor job of minimizing redness. My foundation does not go on smoothly. I LOVED the product before it was changed. It was one of the few beauty products that I would be loyal to forever, regardless of cost. Oh well, first world problem, as they say. I will not be purchasing it in the future.
Change of formula
3 out of 5 stars
Nik - 3 years ago
originally posted on http://www.smashbox.com/

Disappointed that with the new branding came a change in formula/texture. It now goes on like a thick cream instead of the silk that use to be.
It's great!
5 out of 5 stars
Roni - 3 years ago
originally posted on http://www.smashbox.com/

I always bought the Photo Finish primer but this new hydrating prime is a game changer for me:) I love this new product!
Free sample!
4 out of 5 stars
brittany_bn - 3 years ago
originally posted on http://www.smashbox.com/

I recently received a free sample of this in the mail after seeing a free pop up ad on Facebook and Instagram. I was able to choose which one I wanted to try out. I wanted to try out this one and some others,like a hydrating or matte one. But, I really wanted to try this one out. Can't wait to try it out soon! Hope it covers up my redness!
Please bring back old formula.
1 out of 5 stars
Yogamama888 - 3 years ago
originally posted on http://www.smashbox.com/

This new formula doesn't cover redness or my pores. The old formula was my "go to" product. My daughter and my mom also used it. But all three of us agree this new formula is just sub par. We won't be buying it again until you go back to original formula.
Awful new formula!
1 out of 5 stars
Hsunshine21 - 3 years ago
originally posted on http://www.smashbox.com/

Let me start by saying I've been a loyal Smashbox user for 20 years. This new formula was absolutely awful for my Rosacea (the kind with bumps) and my aging skin (I turned 40 this year). It didn't cover up redness, didn't prime or smooth my skin, didn't blur fine lines and very difficult to blend in foundation (I use Smashbox studio skin 24 hour oil free hydra). I'm so dissatisfied and distraught trying to find another product that will work for my skin. PLEASE BRING BACK THE OLD FORMULA.
Ok primer
3 out of 5 stars
jessicaf385 - 3 years ago
originally posted on http://www.smashbox.com/

I have combo skin that leans dry sometimes and oily sometimes. I used this primer on the dryer days and it didn't really hydrate that well. I wasn't blown away by it. Also, I didn't see any improvements in makeup application or longevity, which is a must for me to give 5 stars to a primer. This one was just ok to me and I likely wouldn't repurchase.
Perfection is calling you
5 out of 5 stars
skincareandi - 3 years ago
This reviewer received a free sample of this item
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I use primers a lot, this one became my fav one super fast. Why? Flawless looking skin, I swear it makes my skin look poreless, plus hydration. It wears super nice under foundation or you can simply top it with powder, and it will look great too! I will definitely order it again, and I've already bought one for my friend!