This skin perfecting e.l.f. Poreless Putty Primer is infused with Squalane to help grip makeup for all-day wear and help protect the skin from moisture loss. The velvety texture glides effortlessly over the skin, smoothing over imperfections for a poreless effect.
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Suggested Age: 10 Years and Up
Health Facts: Vegan
Color Finish: Velvet, Sheer
Color Palette: Translucent
Skin Tone: All Skin Tones
Product Form: Cream
Sustainability Claims: Cruelty-Free
Beauty Purpose: Smoothing, Priming
Recommended Skin Type: Combination, Very Dry, Acne-Prone, Dry, Oily, Sensitive, Mature, Normal
Features: Long Lasting
TCIN: 76198655
UPC: 609332859128
Item Number (DPCI): 052-16-0293
Origin: Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.91 inches length x 2.559 inches width x 4.094 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.13 pounds
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Q: I have never used a primer before. How do I know which one of the four to use?
submitted by Mommyof3 - 5 years ago
A: Here is a link to a chart that describes the primers: https://www.elfcosmetics.com/putty-primer-trio-1/81395.html?cgid=face-face-primer#start=6
submitted byThe Elf Team - 5 years ago
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Q: Is this Non Comogenic?
submitted by Kendyl - 6 years ago
A: We take pride in the fact that our products are designed to help you look and feel your best. e.l.f. strives to select ingredients that are gentle on the skin. While our goal is to create gentle products, everyone is different and some may experience sensitivity to an ingredient or a combination of an ingredient and outside factors. Because we cannot predict how everyone may react, we do not claim that our products are entirely non-comedogenic.
submitted byThe Elf Team - 6 years ago
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A: We take pride in the fact that our products are designed to help you look and feel your best. e.l.f. strives to select ingredients that are gentle on the skin. While our goal is to create gentle products, everyone is different and some may experience sensitivity to an ingredient or a combination of an ingredient and outside factors. Because we cannot predict how everyone may react, we do not claim that our products are entirely non-comedogenic.
submitted bythe e.l.f. team - 6 years ago
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Q: I'd like to use the Poreless Putty Primer but don't know whether my sunscreen goes over it or under...can you help? Thanks in advance.
submitted by Madge - 8 months ago
A: Hey Madge,
Great question! We recommend to use the e.l.f. Poreless Putty Primer over your sunscreen. For real-time answers to all your beauty questions, use the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button on any beauty product page. https://www.target.com/c/beauty/-/N-55r1x
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 8 months ago
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Q: Will it help to hide horizontal neck lines too?
submitted by Sara - 9 months ago
A: Hey Sara,
Great question! Yes, the e.l.f Putty Primer glides effortlessly over the skin, smoothing over imperfections for a poreless effect. For real-time answers to all your beauty questions, use the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button on any beauty product page. https://www.target.com/c/beauty/-/N-55r1x
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 9 months ago
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Q: How do the putty primers work on fine lines?
submitted by Tara - 9 months ago
A: Hey Tara,
Great question! The e.l.f. putty primer works great to prep and smooth over imperfections for a poreless effect. We recommend to apply your skincare routine first and follow up with this primer for a flawless base. For real-time answers to all your beauty questions, use the “Chat with a Virtual Beauty Consultant” button on any beauty product page. https://www.target.com/c/beauty/-/N-55r1x
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 9 months ago
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Q: Can you wear two at a. Time?
submitted by Lilly - 2 years ago
A: Hey Lilly,
Great question! You can use two different e.l.f. putty primers on different areas of the face to address those needs. 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 - 2 years ago
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Q: Is this suppose to come with an applicator or is that sold separately?
submitted by Li13 - 2 years ago
A: Hey,
Great question! The e.l.f. Putty Primer Applicator is sold separately! It offers a spatula to help scoop out formula on one end and a dense bristle brush to easily blend out the product on the other. 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 - 2 years ago
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Q: Can you use this under eye
submitted by Tlg - 2 years ago
A: Yes, this may be applied under the eyes.
submitted bythe elfcareteam - 2 years ago
Q: Can you use your hands to apply this product?
submitted by Anna - 2 years ago
A: Hey Anna,
Great question! Yes, you use your finger tips to apply and pat into the skin. Also, we recommend to check out the e.l.f. Putty Primer Applicator as another option to apply! 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 - 2 years ago
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Q: how to pick right shade
submitted by annette - 3 years ago
A: Hey Annette,
Great question! The e.l.f. putty primers come in different shades to help with specific concerns. Color
Poreless: Smooths over imperfections for a poreless effect. Color Luminous: Adds a soft glow for a radiant complexion. Color Matte: Provides a poreless, shine-free, matte complexion. Color Acne Fighting: Helps control acne and prevent future breakouts. 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 - 3 years ago
This primer has garnered enthusiastic praise for its ability to blur pores and create a smooth canvas for makeup application. Many guests appreciate its lightweight texture and effectiveness in enhancing makeup longevity. It works well for various skin types, providing a luminous finish without feeling heavy or sticky. While some guests experienced breakouts, the overall consensus highlights its affordability and performance, making it a staple in many makeup routines.
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287 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
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29 August, 2026Verified purchase
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I love this item. I’ve been using it since freshman year of high school and now I’m a freshman in college. It blurred out my pores and leaves my makeup looking flawlessly at the end. 10 out of 10 recommend
Aideh
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5 out of 5 stars
1 August, 2026
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Love It
I LOVE IT MY MUST HAVE PRIMER ❤️🩷💛🩵🩶🧡💜💚🤍🤎🖤💙💗♥️I use at least 4 PRIMER .
My143
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5 out of 5 stars
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16 July, 2026Verified purchase
Skin tone: Light
Skin type: Combination
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5 out of 5 stars
15 July, 2026
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Good base!
Needed something thicker than the gel primers. Seems to be working for covering up large pores. Trying the brush and finger application to see which works best.
Lady Raver
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5 out of 5 stars
12 June, 2026
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
I use it a lot, great!
I really like this, it spreads on smoothly and makes a good surface to even out my skin complexion a bit before I apply a foundation. Can even be used on its own for the skin-smoothing and evening effects.
Gwen
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5 out of 5 stars
1 June, 2026
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Great product!
Primer feels nice and smooth on my skin. Doesn’t feel too sticky! It does a good job of priming before makeup application.
janelo
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5 out of 5 stars
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31 May, 2026Verified purchase
Skin tone: Medium
Skin concern: Redness
Skin type: Combination
Hair color: Black
Eye color: Black
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Very good pore filling primer. It glides like butter and helps with makeup longevity.
Jess
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4 out of 5 stars
29 May, 2026
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Good primer
Amazing for pores it literally blurs everything !!!
Brubs
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5 out of 5 stars
17 May, 2026
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Love!!
Love this!! This is my favorite primer by far. I haven't found another primer that works as well as this does hiding enlarged pores.
DunkDunk
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1 out of 5 stars
16 May, 2026
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Breakouts galore after one use
I haven’t had pimples in years and my entire jawline broke out after using this product one time. Will be junking and not buying this line again.
The Law
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5 out of 5 stars
5 May, 2026
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
My fave primer
I've been using this since November last year, it gives a very subtle glow, but also blurs my pores and fine lines, which I certainly have at the age of 40! But it looks great and I even use it without putting makeup on after, honestly love it.
Witchygal
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4 out of 5 stars
28 April, 2026
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Pretty good!
I like this primer a lot. I think it definitely helps with my texture a little and the luminous finish it gives is very pretty. It isn't anything life changing though. If you are looking for a product that will make your makeup last the longest, go with the Power grip primer,
SJR1608
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17 April, 2026
Skin tone: Light
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absolutely my favorite
Rhonda
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14 April, 2026Verified purchase
Skin tone: Medium
Skin type: Oily
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Oily skin here, unfortunately it gave me a very bad breakout!! Watch out!! Idk what do to. My skin looks horrible! Going to return it ASAP!!
Paris
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1 out of 5 stars
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6 April, 2026Verified purchase
Skin tone: Medium
Eye color: Brown
Skin concern: Uneven skin tone
Skin type: Combination
Hair color: Black
Separates
Im not sure if it’s my skin type or my foundation I use. Every time I’ve used the primer my makeup ends up separating. I use the elf satin glow foundation that always looks better on its own.
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5 out of 5 stars
30 March, 2026
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Give it a try!
I noticed a difference in my pores after applying this product. I paired it with the elf hydro grip primer.
Chinenye Az
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5 out of 5 stars
26 March, 2026
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Best Primer!
I love using this poreless putty primer! It actually looks like I have zero pores! I will continue to buy!!!
lovelyhv
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5 out of 5 stars
22 March, 2026
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Great buy
Love IT! Looking forward to Buy the other one. Leaves my skin smoth and give IT a glow
Yazzy
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5 out of 5 stars
22 February, 2026
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Great product
I used this for so long before jelly pop primer became my favourite. I've switched back to this again recently. This product gives the best smooth base. Although it doesn't give a completely poreless look, I have found this product to be the best poreless primer available. I recommend this over the elf poreless primer, especially if your face products are water based as the elf poreless primer is oil based I believe, and this product is water based. The elf poreless putty is also pretty useful at being poreless. Holds makeup in place with little caking for a good duration. Overall best primer available for poreless, hold and little caking
Porelessputtyfan
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5 out of 5 stars
8 February, 2026
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Love this
I love all of the putty primer. But this one is this best in my opinion. It feels so nice gliding on the skin and does so much blurring!