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About this item
At a glance
Clean
Sensitive Skin
Oily Skin
Dry Skin
Combination Skin
Normal Skin
Acne-Prone Skin
Mature Skin
Highlights
- Smooths over imperfections for a poreless effect
- Preps skin for makeup application
- Infused with Squalane for optimal hydration
- Grips makeup for all-day wear
- 100% Vegan and Cruelty-Free
Specifications
Suggested Age: 10 Years and Up
Health Facts: Vegan
Color Finish: Velvet, Sheer
Color Palette: Translucent
Product Form: Cream
Skin Tone: All Skin Tones
Sustainability Claims: Cruelty-Free
Beauty Purpose: Smoothing, Priming
Recommended Skin Type: Combination, Very Dry, Acne-Prone, Dry, Oily, Sensitive, Mature, Normal
Net weight: .74 Ounces
Features: Long Lasting
TCIN: 76198655
UPC: 609332859128
Item Number (DPCI): 052-16-0293
Origin: Imported
Description
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.
Proud to be 100% vegan and cruelty-free, worldwide. Because kindness is chic.
Proud to be 100% vegan and cruelty-free, worldwide. Because kindness is chic.
Clean
Your clear choice for clean. Formulated products are formulated without select chemicals of concern in the following chemical groups: phthalates, propyl- & butyl-parabens, formaldehyde donors, musks, nonylphenol ethoxylates ethanolamines, glycol ethers, siloxanes, and perfluorinated substances (PFAS). Additional details, by category:
• Beauty, Baby, Personal Care & Cleaning - also, cruelty free and/or not tested on animals.
• Pest Control - also classified as a Minimum Risk Pesticide by the EPA.
• OTC Medicines - also formulated without synthetic colors, artificial flavors and sweeteners, methyl-parabens, DMSO (Dimethyl sulfoxide), DMAA (1,3-dimethylamylamine), cyclodextrin, bisulfites and more.
• Supplements – formulated without ingredients prohibited in OTC products plus no amygdalin, ephedra, kratom, ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) anti-oxidants, pharmaceuticals like benfotiamine, phentermine and sulbutiamine, and more. Third-party certified by NSF or USP to be free from contaminants and adulterants. Sports Supplements also third-party certified as NSF Certified for Sport or Banned Substances Control Group (BSCG) Drug Free. Also, cruelty free and/or not tested on animals.
• Feminine Care, Adult Care & Diapers - fragrance free and chlorine free. • Pet Food - made with meat, poultry, or seafood as the first ingredient, and without artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives
• Car Seats - fabric, foam and labels made without intentionally added flame retardants and stain repellents (PFAS)Sensitive Skin
Recommended for Sensitive Skin.Oily Skin
Recommended for Oily Skin.Dry Skin
Recommended for Dry Skin.Combination Skin
Recommended for Combination Skin.Normal Skin
Recommended for Normal Skin.Acne-Prone Skin
Recommended for Acne-Prone Skin.Mature Skin
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Ingredients:
water (aqua), cyclopentasiloxane, ceresin, dimethicone, glycerin, hydrogenated polyisobutene, hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer, polymethylsilsesquioxane, trimethylsiloxysilicate, propylene glycol, lauryl peg-10 tris (trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl dimethicone, sodium chloride, camellia sinensis leaf extract, squalane, oryza sativa (rice) bran wax, dimethicone/peg-10/15 crosspolymer, dimethicone crosspolymer, silica, triethoxycaprylylsilane, talc, butylene glycol, disodium edta, caprylyl glycol, ethylhexylglycerin, phenoxyethanol may contain: titanium dioxide (ci 77891), iron oxides (ci 77491, ci 77492, ci 77499).
Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 1.14 inches length x 2.52 inches width x 4.04 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.13 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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Q: I have never used a primer before. How do I know which one of the four to use?
submitted by Mommyof3 - 1 year ago
A: not helpful the link does not work
submitted byKitty - 9 months agoA: 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 - 1 year agoBrand expert
Q: Is this Non Comogenic?
submitted by Kendyl - 3 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 - 3 years agoBrand expertA: 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 - 3 years agoBrand expert
Q: I am a 70 yr old woman that loves your products. I am wondering which formula would be better for me. My skin leans a little to the dry side. So what kind of primer...putty, serum, liquid?
submitted by Great shipping - 6 months ago
A: Hey, Great question! I would recommend using the e.l.f. Putty Primer in Luminous for your skin type. It will add a soft glow for a radiant complexion. Also has a velvety texture that g8rips makeup for all-day wear. 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 - 6 months agoBrand expert
Q: Does this go over your whole face or just areas like line or wrinkle?
submitted by JJ - 7 months ago
A: Hey JJ, For the e.l.f. Putter Primer you can either apply all over or certain areas to smooth 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.
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 7 months agoBrand expert
Q: Can the putty primer be used for eye lids?
submitted by Dee - 2 years ago
A: Hi Dee! For eyelids we recommend the e.l.f. Putty Eye Primer. Hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 2 years agoBrand expert
Q: What's the best way to apply this to prevent "polka dot pores"?
submitted by mrsg - 2 years ago
A: We recommend the e.l.f. putty primer brush & applicator.
submitted byThe Elf Team - 2 years agoBrand expert
Q: Can you wear this alone like you can Pore Putty, or does it have a greenish tint without foundation?
submitted by Eli - 2 years ago
A: This may be worn alone without any makeup over it. It does not have a tint once blended.
submitted byThe Elf Team - 2 years agoBrand expert
Q: What exactly is putty primer?
submitted by Diane - 3 years ago
A: Putty Primer should be applied after moisturizing and before foundation. It prepares your skin for makeup application by smoothing over your imperfections and gripping your makeup for all-day wear. The Luminous Putty Primer is perfect for those who want a radiant, glowing complexion.
submitted byThe Elf Team - 3 years agoBrand expert
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Personal info
Eye color:
Brown
Skin tone:
Light
Skin type:
Oily
Skin concern:
Redness,
Pores,
Dark circles,
Acne
Hair color:
Black
Works great on my oily and acne prone skin!!
5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Dayna - 3 days ago
I am in love!!! I got the Acne Fighting Putty Primer for my very oily and acne prone skin because I use silicone based makeup products. Once I put this on my face and put my makeup on top, it looks so good!! I was so surprised that I had to do a double take because it looked like I was using a filter in real life. The real test was how well it would control my oily skin, because by the end of the day I would be super oily. However, after 12 hours, just a little bit of oil came up! I am so happy with this product and will continue to use and buy again after I finish it!!
Personal info
Skin concern:
Pores,
Aging
Skin tone:
Light
Skin type:
Combination
Hair color:
Brunette
Just an ordinary primer
3 out of 5 stars
Would not recommend
Beverly - 14 days ago, Verified purchaser
It’s just not what I expected in a primer.
always use
5 out of 5 stars
sophie 38494 - 14 days ago
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
I always use this primer it makes my makeup last all day and i need to get some more would defo recommend
💕💕
4 out of 5 stars
prieieieya - 16 days ago
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
my pores are always what ruin my base, especially around my nose area. a little goes a long way but this perfectly starts off my makeup. it completely minimises my pores and makeup lays perfectly on top. would recommend if u have blackheads and large pores :) wish the product didn’t run out so quickly though.
meh
3 out of 5 stars
sarahahdhj - 18 days ago
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
I have very enlarged pores and acne scars and this doesn't really decrease their appearance or blur them. I also notice I bread out a little more using this product. I'm gonna try another primer at some point and see if it's a better fit
this is a good primer
5 out of 5 stars
lizeth b - 19 days ago
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
This primer is amazing it cancels out pores and has a matte finish thus is the best primer my make up looks smooth and it doesnt make your makeup look cakey
THIS IS IT
5 out of 5 stars
BreBreBre - 19 days ago
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
This primer is AMAZING!! I love the texture of it and how it lays on the skin, and it makes the makeup lay down so beautifully
Great for a natural glow
5 out of 5 stars
sofiaa - 20 days ago
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
I got this about a month ago and it’s so moisturising and leaves a natural looking glow I would definitely recommend.
Perfect!
5 out of 5 stars
Anon11111 - 21 days ago
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
This putty primer smooths out my skin so well! Makes the perfect base for foundation! I can’t see myself ever using a different primer!
When you can't deal with foundation!
5 out of 5 stars
xmorpheus - 21 days ago
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
I don't like wearing foundation all the time, but I do need something to even out my skin tone. This works perfectly and despite being called "putty" it's really light and doesn't feel claggy at all. It works brilliantly under foundation as well, making a nice smooth surface to apply to.
Make up stays!
5 out of 5 stars
Valephys - 21 days ago
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
I have been using this primer for a while, its one of my favs. Like the packaging says, it really helps with blurring pores on my face, and it sits well on my type of skin type (normal,dry). Besides that, it makes my makeup last a very very long time.
in love!!
5 out of 5 stars
reviewwwwww - 21 days ago
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
this product works wonders its sooo omg it makes my pores goo away its definitely the secret to a flawless base
Bought this YEARS ago
5 out of 5 stars
sophm10 - 21 days ago
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
…and it continues to be the best primer!!! I love how blurring it is. Most beautiful on the market
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3 out of 5 stars
Khushi - 21 days ago
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
I tried this with my foundation and while it definitely kept my makeup on my face all day and from sliding. It was too oily for my oily skin.
Poreless
4 out of 5 stars
Trinity79 - 21 days ago
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Really makes the face look poreless, feels light weight and blends easily. Blends very well without the brush. Unfortunately makes my skin feel heavy and oily during summer. Along causes my brow product to slide and not grip onto my skin. Will be trying out the matte primer version. Recommend for the girlies that wants to hide their pores.
Super creamy and filling!
5 out of 5 stars
Cady N - 21 days ago
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
This primer is SOOOO pore filling. Definitely get this with the brush that comes with this primer. However you may need to use more of this primer at one time.
Not Poreless
2 out of 5 stars
LJB - 22 days ago, Verified purchaser
It seems to be a good enough makeup primer, but I don't understand why it is marketed as poreless putty as it did nothing to minimize my pores and it doesn't feel at all like putty. It's more of a soft cream that keeps your makeup in place. Not a bad product, but it's not at all what I was hoping for based on the description.
SOOO SMOTH
5 out of 5 stars
3mmaaaaa - 23 days ago
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
I love this product so much. It makes my base stay and makes my skin feel amazing. the formula is so smooth and makes my base look FLAWLESS.
This did the Trick!!!
5 out of 5 stars
TiredNurse24 - 24 days ago
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
I love this primer! It really helps with my pores. Goes on nicely and applies smoothly. It keeps my makeup intact all day long until I take it off at night. I use it every day, and my skin loves it!
Flawless
5 out of 5 stars
MsLisha - 25 days ago
originally posted on elfcosmetics.com
Been using it for a year! Gives me the most flawless canvas to create my favorite looks 🥰