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e.l.f. Blemish Control Face Primer - Large - 1.01 fl oz

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$10.00 when purchased online
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About this item

Highlights

  • America's #1 Primers*
  • Helps control breakouts with repeated use
  • Infused with Salicylic Acid, Vitamin E, and Tea Tree
  • Matte finish
  • Cruelty free

Description

Try America's #1 Primers!*

This blemish control e.l.f. face primer is infused with Salicylic Acid, Vitamin E, and Tea Tree to help control breakouts and blemishes. The primer transforms your face into a flawless, smooth canvas ideal for long-lasting makeup application.

*Nielsen U.S. xAOC, primer segment unit sales, 52 wks ended 07.14.18
Suggested Age: 10 Years and Up
Health Facts: Contains Tea Tree Oil, Dye-Free, Phthalate-Free, Contains Salicylic Acid, Vegan, Contains Vitamin E, Paraben-Free, Sulfate-Free
Color Finish: Matte, Sheer
Color Palette: Translucent
Product Form: Gel
Skin Tone: All Skin Tones
Sustainability Claims: Cruelty-Free
Beauty Purpose: Oil Control, Skin Tone Improvement, Priming, Smoothing
Recommended Skin Type: Acne-Prone, Normal, Oily, Combination
Net weight: 1.01 fl oz (US)
Features: Lightweight, Long Lasting
TCIN: 52504167
UPC: 609332834156
Item Number (DPCI): 052-16-0393
Origin: Imported
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Uses

For the treatment of acne Helps Prevent new acne blemishes

Directions

Cleanse the skin thoroughly before applying mediation. Cover the entire affected are with a thin layer one to three tines daily. Because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with, one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor. If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day.

Inactive ingredients

,,water (aqua), hydrogenated polyisobutene, dimethicone, ettorydiglycol, buty1ene glycol, propylene glycol, gyceryl stezate, peg-100 stearate, magnesium aluminum silicate, ceteary1alcohol, tromethamine, tccopheryl acetate (ve), melaleuca altemifolia (tea treel leaf oil, camellia sinensis (green tea) leaf blat citrus media limonum (lemon) juice, rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) extract, vulgaris (thyme) leaf extract, panthend vb5), polyacrylamide, stearic acid, vp/hexaclecene copolymer, c13-14 isoparaffin silica, disodium edta, laureth-7, xanthan gum, phenoxyethanol, caprylyl glycol

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 1.3 inches length x 1.3 inches width x 5.51 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.176 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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Summary of reviews

This primer has garnered mixed feedback from guests, with many praising its ability to help control acne and provide a smooth base for makeup. However, a significant number of guests reported issues with pilling and flaking when applying foundation over it. While some found it effective for oily skin and appreciated its hydrating properties, others experienced negative reactions, leading to a less favorable overall impression. Guests suggest using it cautiously, especially with certain foundations.
    Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes 0 incentivized reviews)
    3.8 out of 5 stars with 208 reviews
    easy to remove: 3.82 out of 5
    easy to apply: 3.55 out of 5
    quality: 2.32 out of 5
    long lasting: 2.52 out of 5
    value: 2.55 out of 5
    28% would recommend
    28 recommendations

    Not a fan

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Emily A - 1 month ago, Verified purchaser
    I just was not a fan of this product. It would pill up and flake off my face, no matter what. Even with super thin application and no other products on my face, it would come right off. I tried it multiple times, but eventually just threw it away.
    long lasting: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
    easy to remove: 4 out of 5
    easy to apply: 3 out of 5
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    Not good as a primer

    1 out of 5 stars
    cphipps - 2 months ago
    originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
    Makes your makeup peel. Tried putting different makeup foundation on top but it just peels and flakes off when mixed with this primer.
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    Not recommended

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Zo - 3 months ago
    • Skin concern: Uneven skin tone
    • Skin type: Combination
    • Skin tone: Light
    • Hair color: Black
    • Eye color: Hazel
    Immediately no. Starts peeling once you put makeup over it.
    long lasting: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
    easy to remove: 5 out of 5
    easy to apply: 5 out of 5
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    Daughter loves this

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    baby4ontheway - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
    • Eye color: Blue
    • Skin tone: Light
    • Skin concern: Acne
    • Skin type: Combination
    • Hair color: Blonde
    Item as described. Arrived packaged in a bag so no spills. Daughter loves this product.
    easy to apply: 5 out of 5
    long lasting: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    easy to remove: 5 out of 5
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    A No

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    hd - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
    • Eye color: Hazel
    • Skin concern: Sensitivity
    • Hair color: Red
    • Skin tone: Light
    • Skin type: Combination
    horrific!! peeled off my face the second i put it on.
    long lasting: 1 out of 5
    easy to apply: 5 out of 5
    easy to remove: 5 out of 5
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    :/

    3 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    r4y - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
    • Skin concern: Dullness, Redness, Acne, Uneven skin tone, Blackheads
    • Eye color: Brown
    • Skin tone: Light
    • Hair color: Brunette
    • Skin type: Combination
    i really wanted to love this product but.. i tried it on my hand to spot test it and it started peeling so i tried it on my face nothing to much , it’s really smooth but when i started creasing i started patting with a sponge and it started peeling which sucked ..
    easy to apply: 3 out of 5
    long lasting: 1 out of 5
    quality: 2 out of 5
    easy to remove: 4 out of 5
    value: 2 out of 5
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    Not good, very disappointed.

    2 out of 5 stars
    Pamela K - 6 months ago
    originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
    I got this thinking of would be great since I have acne prone skin but no matter what I tried this product with it peeled every single time. So now it's just sitting around with barely any used out of it and was a waste of money.
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    Primer Shedding. Did formula change?

    3 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    KJ - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
    I have used this type of primer for years. Recently bought 2 bottles, one for my fiancee and one for me. When you apply it, as you rub it in, it starts shedding. The way cheap sunscreen does. It rolls into little sticky balls. What the heck, ELF?
    quality: 2 out of 5
    value: 2 out of 5
    easy to apply: 3 out of 5
    easy to remove: 5 out of 5
    long lasting: 3 out of 5
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    Pills :(

    3 out of 5 stars
    MadiH - 7 months ago
    originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
    Makes my skin look great on its own but pills if I put makeup over it
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    Such a great primer

    5 out of 5 stars
    Kenz2000 - 7 months ago
    originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
    This primer is super hydrating and not too tacky but just enough to get a seamless blend no matter how you apply your products on top of it. I highly recommend this primer in full size or the mini.
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    Makes everything flake off

    1 out of 5 stars
    Teea - 7 months ago
    originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
    After applying the primer itself will start to look like dead skin and flake off. Every foundation or concealer I've used with it will also start to flake. Does not work as a primer. I also don't think it works well as a skincare product as well. I've never seen even a little bit of difference while using this product
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    I don’t recommend

    1 out of 5 stars
    sophiprovi - 9 months ago
    originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
    This primer pills so so bad. I’ve tried it many times with different foundations and every time it looks awful… But! i use it at night with my skincare cause i don’t wanna waste it and i think it’s making my skin better??
    2 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    girl it’s pilling

    3 out of 5 stars
    amand a - 9 months ago
    originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
    it does feel like it’s controlling my acne cuz my acne hasn’t come back but it’s pilling before i put anything else one and idk why! ugh!!! the putty primer way better
    Did you find this review helpful?

    Nope.

    1 out of 5 stars
    pleasebefree - 9 months ago
    originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
    I love elf products and will buy others from them but I will not repurchase this. Made my makeup pill and did not work well at all. I tried multiple times!!
    Did you find this review helpful?

    Primer

    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Kassandra - 10 months ago, Verified purchaser
    • Skin tone: Light
    • Skin type: Combination
    • Skin concern: Acne, Pores
    • Hair color: Brunette
    • Eye color: Brown
    It flakes off like dead skin
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    It's a no for me

    2 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    Loriforn - 10 months ago
    I actually grabbed this by mistake, thinking it was the Tone Adjusting Primer. It went on ok, but then I put on my foundation and a big NO. It started to pill. It was really bad. Return for me
    Did you find this review helpful?

    Nice product

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    jangaroo - 10 months ago, Verified purchaser
    • Skin type: Oily
    • Skin tone: Light
    • Skin concern: Blackheads, Acne
    • Hair color: Auburn
    • Eye color: Green
    Daughter really likes. Seems effective.
    easy to apply: 5 out of 5
    easy to remove: 5 out of 5
    long lasting: 5 out of 5
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
    Did you find this review helpful?

    NOPE

    1 out of 5 stars
    squidward123 - 10 months ago
    originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
    makes all my makeup pill. Hard to use especially when you do multiple layers.
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    okay

    3 out of 5 stars
    Syd1800 - 11 months ago
    originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
    This primer is an okay one but only over a good moisturizer with minimal foundation. If I put it on bare skin, it made my foundation cakey and chunky, and there was even some pilling. This is very hit or miss for me.
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    Love it

    4 out of 5 stars
    BlurredPenguin3 - 11 months ago
    originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
    This does a great job leaving my face clear after a full day of makeup wear. Only issue I have is that the bit that is left at the start can dry out and get clumpy.
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?

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