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e.l.f. Poreless Face Primer Small - 0.47 fl oz
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Highlights
- Creates a smooth canvas by filling in pores, fine lines, and winkles
- Preps skin for makeup application
- Infused with Tea Tree and Vitamins A & E for restorative purposes
- 100% Vegan & Cruelty-Free
Description
2014 Life & Style Best of Beauty Award Winner!
The e.l.f. Poreless Face Primer helps fill in enlarged pores, fine lines, and wrinkles to transform your face into a flawless, smooth canvas ideal for long-lasting makeup application. Infused with Tea Tree and Vitamins A & E for restorative benefits. Use this under foundation to create the ideal makeup base for glowing, smooth skin
Proud to be 100% vegan and cruelty-free, worldwide. Because kindness is chic.
The e.l.f. Poreless Face Primer helps fill in enlarged pores, fine lines, and wrinkles to transform your face into a flawless, smooth canvas ideal for long-lasting makeup application. Infused with Tea Tree and Vitamins A & E for restorative benefits. Use this under foundation to create the ideal makeup base for glowing, smooth skin
Proud to be 100% vegan and cruelty-free, worldwide. Because kindness is chic.
Suggested Age: 10 Years and Up
Health Facts: Aluminum-Free, Phthalate-Free, Dye-Free, Vegan, Sulfate-Free
Color Finish: Sheer
Color Palette: Translucent
Product Form: Gel
Skin Tone: All Skin Tones
Sustainability Claims: Cruelty-Free
Beauty Purpose: Priming, Smoothing
Recommended Skin Type: Oily, Normal, Dry, Mature, Combination
Net weight: .47 fl oz (US)
Features: Lightweight, Long Lasting
TCIN: 16602679
UPC: 609332834057
Item Number (DPCI): 052-16-0354
Origin: Imported
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Ingredients:
dimethicone, tridecyl trimellitate, dimethicone crosspolymer, caprylyl methicone, dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, peg-12 dimethicone/ppg-20 crosspolymer, melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) leaf oil, silica, tocopheryl acetate, aluminium hydroxide, phenoxyethanol, caprylyl glycol [+/-]: titanium dioxide (ci 77891).
Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 1.17 inches length x 1.18 inches width x 3.9 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.1 pounds
Return details
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Q: Is this water based or silicone based?
submitted by Neeraluvsmakeup - 9 years ago
A: Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Dimethicone / Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate (Ve), Retinyl Palmitate (Va), Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Propylparaben, Isobutylparaben. May Contain: Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891).
submitted byHmmd - 9 years agoA: When the first few ingredients end in "cone" , that will be how you tell it is a silicone based product... Hope this helps :)
submitted byMarie743 - 8 years ago
Q: Is this product suitable for sensitive skin?
submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 2 months ago
A: Yes, it is free from aluminum, phthalates, dyes, and sulfates, making it gentle for sensitive skin.
submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 2 months agoAi generated
Q: What is the primary purpose of this face primer?
submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 2 months ago
A: The primary purpose is to fill in pores, fine lines, and wrinkles for smooth makeup application.
submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 2 months agoAi generated
Q: How does this primer contribute to makeup application?
submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 2 months ago
A: It creates a smooth canvas by filling in pores and fine lines, enhancing makeup longevity.
submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 2 months agoAi generated
Q: What are the key ingredients in this primer?
submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 2 months ago
A: The primer is infused with Tea Tree and Vitamins A & E for restorative benefits.
submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 2 months agoAi generated
Q: Which skin types is this primer suitable for?
submitted by AI Shopping Assistant - 2 months ago
A: This primer is suitable for oily, normal, dry, mature, and combination skin types.
submitted byAI Shopping Assistant - 2 months agoAi generated
Q: Is it good for sensitive skin?
submitted by Kaylah - 3 months ago
A: Great question, Kaylay! The e.l.f. Poreless Face Primer is hypoallergenic, and non-comedogenic making it a great product for those with sensitive skin. For real-time answers to all your beauty questions, use the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button on any beauty product page.
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 3 months agoBrand expert
Q: is this silicone based or water based
submitted by makeuplova - 5 months ago
A: Hey, Great question! The e.l.f. Poreless Face primer is silicone based. We recommend to pair this primer with a silicone based foundation for best results! For all your future beauty questions, get real-time answers using the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button, found on every product page.
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 5 months agoBrand expert
Q: Does it contain silicone?
submitted by CB - 6 years ago
A: Yes, this does contain silicone.
submitted byThe Elf Team - 6 years agoBrand expert
Q: Does this product clog the pores ? Is it good for ur skin or can it course any pimple appearances ?
submitted by Uliana - 8 years ago
A: Hi, Uliana. Although everyone's skin is different, in general, we do not find this to clog pores. Remember to use just a pea-sized amount. Hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 8 years agoBrand expert
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This primer has garnered mixed feedback from guests, with many appreciating its silky texture and ability to create a smooth base for makeup application. However, concerns about its greasy feel, strong chemical smell, and packaging issues have been frequently mentioned. While some guests found it effective for blurring pores and enhancing makeup longevity, others experienced breakouts and dissatisfaction with its performance, particularly on oily skin. Overall, it may work well for those seeking a smooth finish but may not suit everyone.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
3.6 out of 5 stars with 1230 reviews
easy to apply: 4.46 out of 5
easy to remove: 4.46 out of 5
long lasting: 3.42 out of 5
quality: 3.33 out of 5
value: 3.25 out of 5
60% would recommend
125 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
24 November, 2025
(no review title)
Ok
5 out of 5 stars
15 November, 2025
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
This primer saved my makeup
No matter what, my makeup always looked weird, even when I used the best products of the drug store, until I tried this primer, it is my first step on my makeup routine, and holy primer, it is the best!!!
5 out of 5 stars
9 September, 2025
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Love this primer, especially with pink corrector!
I found a marvelous & inexpensive solution to the 65 year-old skin under my eyes. I have been using this elf primer mixed with a pink corrector and dab it in my eyes. My skin looks flawless! I use the same mixture in the T-zone of my face to minimize my pores and then use the elf compact lightly to set it. This is my go-to beauty secret!
2 out of 5 stars
24 August, 2025
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
I'm not a primer user so...
I'm not a primer user but I was trying for a bit more coverage. The primer is probably good and just not for me.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
14 July, 2025Verified purchase
- Skin tone: Light
- Skin type: Combination
- Eye color: Green
- Hair color: Brunette
Chemical smell
This item has a terrible chemical smell. Returned it immediately disappointed.
4 out of 5 stars
4 July, 2025
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
(no review title)
it's a decent primer but it doesn't work the best for my personally and when i play my sports it doesn't always keep my makeup on, but it's good for when i'm doing other daily tasks.
5 out of 5 stars
13 June, 2025
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Works well!
I got this for my birthday and it is amazing!! It is perfect for dry skin!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
12 March, 2025Verified purchase
- Skin concern: Sensitivity, Pores
- Hair color: Brunette
- Skin type: Normal
- Eye color: Brown
- Skin tone: Light
Do not buy
It is greasy and smells like tea tree oil. It leaves my face SUPER dry and looking flaky. Not good at all.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
4 March, 2025
- Skin tone: Medium
- Skin type: Combination
- Skin concern: Sensitivity
- Hair color: Brunette
- Eye color: Hazel
Don't buy
I know there has been a big fuss online about the pumps but this primer has only lasted me a week and it smells very plastic-y almost like when plastic melts in the dishwasher or something. The primer also did NOT do what it claimed to. It made my makeup look very patchy
3 out of 5 stars
10 January, 2025
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
not a fan of this one
First, the product smells a little plasticy but I can get over that, but I wasn't thrilled with how the foundation and this primer reacted on my skin. it says pore less but it made my pores more noticeable and foundation looked caked on. I ordered a different primer hoping that it works better
1 out of 5 stars
29 December, 2024
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Greasy and Smells Bad
Look is fine when on, but its super greasy and smells like gasoline, I just felt I was smearing chemicals onto my skin. It's my least favorite ELF product so far. Really wanted to love it but was so disappointed 😞 I'm gonna chuck this one.
3 out of 5 stars
27 December, 2024
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Most mid primer
This primer looks amazing as a base, but as someone with oily skin it doesn't last very long.
1 out of 5 stars
22 December, 2024
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Poreless prime
This product was not what I expected it to be. I thought it was going to make my make up more smooth. I put it on and then apply my base. It made my face look even worse with out it. It looked like I had scales on my face. Like it was so dry. NOT sure what happened but I wasted my makeup. These products are not cheap. So for it not to work and waste it. Is a lot of money. I just don't have that to waste on products.
1 out of 5 stars
12 August, 2024
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Terrible deception
Silky smooth texture but terrible deceiving packaging. There is next to no product in it, and the actual product is basically only in the cap. What looks like product in the bottle is just coloured plastic. If it was packaged less wastefully I may have considered buying more, but 10x plastic for 0.1x product is not worth it.
4 out of 5 stars
1 July, 2024
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Finally and decent primer.
I have always had terrible luck with primers under my makeup, most of the ones I have used don't feel like they are actually making a difference and honestly make it feel like my makeup is sliding off my face. Finding this primer made a huge difference in my overall makeup look, it works great for oily to combination skin and I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a good primer.
4 out of 5 stars
28 May, 2024
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Quite good
Feels a bit oily but besides that it's bearable. It absorb quickly and is a good primer for people new to makeup. Overall I liked it
2 out of 5 stars
17 May, 2024
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
(no review title)
It's a fine enough product, but the texture is very greasy feeling. It did smooth my pores, but I just feel like there are better options available for a similar price, even other options from ELF.
2 out of 5 stars
29 April, 2024
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
What's with all of the plastic?
I bought this primer based on the reviews of the product, and while I have no issues with the primer itself, the size of the container is misleading. In very fine print on the container it states 0.47oz. Literally less than 1/2 an ounce. However, the size of the container leads one to believe there is a lot more product in there. Why package only 0.47 of an ounce in a container this large with only a small center tube containing the product? I literally used it a few times a week for a month and it was gone. When it stopped pumping product I opened it thinking it was plugged. Nope. A tube less than 1/2 inch across and 7/8 inch deep was the only reservoir for the product. Could you not have packaged this in a tube with the contents clearly visible to the buyer? In an era of trying to reduce wasteful packaging ELF needs to do better!
1 out of 5 stars
24 March, 2024
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Does not work as stated
This is the worst primer I've ever used. First off, the smell is horrid! Second, it foes not hide pores, in fact it sits in fine lines and makes them stand out even more after applying foundation. I'll never buy this again. Total waste of money.
1 out of 5 stars
13 March, 2024
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Melts 😭😭
This is actually the worst primer I have ever had. The sad part is that this was the first primer I ever had, I don’t know if I was supposed to, but when I used makeup with it it just melts :( I was really excited to use this too bc pink is my fav color and it’s pink :( hopefully I can find a new primer!!