Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer

While I don’t like the feel of this – it feels suffocating as opposed to hydrating & moisturizing, I cannot deny the results. It definitely serves it’s purpose, keeping foundation in place all day.

I used the smashbox primer as a couple of samples - one I received at NZFW and the other in a goodiebag somewhere. They are really good sized ones as well and I've still got one of them. The primers feels lightweight, blends into your skin and actually feels silky (like it says it does). I don't know that it made any difference when I added my foundation on top, and I didn't really notice that my pores were any smaller or a reduction in fine lines. It sorta helped make my skin a nice little canvas though for easy application so it did sort of smooth it out. Not sure that it's worth the hype. I'll probably try one of the colour correcting ones though which might work better for me. I'm addicted to Benefits Porefessional at the moment which is perfect for my skin type and pores.

Was so keen to try this as I'd heard great things about it but it turns out it was a massive waste of money as it just didnt do it for me. Didnt like the texture of the primer, didnt like the way it sat on my skin and didnt like how it sat under my makeup either! Id describe it a bit like putting teflon on your face.. so nothing will stick to it and your foundation ends up looking patchy - YUCK!

My search for my ultimate Holy Grail primer is now over... Smashbox Photo finish Foundation Primer you have smashed other primers out of the water with this one! It definitely lives up to its claims and 'creates the perfect canvas for foundation application'.

How I came to get this lovely product in my hot little hands... I was walking past the enticing Smashbox concept store and an advertisement on the window caught my eye. They had an offer of buy two products and get the full sized Smashbox primer, plus a travel size for free. I was instantly sold! Considering I have been wanting to try this product for so long and it normally retails at $70 dollars plus! This offer was too good to pass up, in my opinion.

After hearing great things about this product, and reading the good reviews on BR - I was very excited to try this. I have a few primers on the go, but not one I was super impressed with. I have been looking for the perfect primer for some time, and I'm happy to report this definitely gets my thumbs up.

The packaging is pretty simplistic, yet stylish. It comes in a plain, see-through tube with black writing and a black top. The tube is 30ml, which is the average size for primers.

After moisturising my skin in the morning, I then squeeze out a small amount of my hand and slightly massage this over my face. This primer feels a lot nicer than other primers, which tend to have that icky, siliconey, sticky texture that i'm not a fan of!

But the formula of the Smashbox primer feels more like a serum and glides easily over your skin. It makes my skin feel lovely and soft. My skin tends to be sensitive and slightly reactive, but this formula is perfect. So ladies with sensitive skin, this one is for you!

My absolute favourite thing about this product is that it makes my makeup look lovely using this, so fresh and flawless. Because it gives your skin such smooth and supple base, you need less foundation - a definite plus! Another positive point is that my foundation lasts so long using this! It really does what a primer should do and more.

I would definitely recommend this amazing primer and give it five stars. Smashbox I can't wait to try your other products now!

I don't usually mess around too much with 'extras' but for special occasions I do like to make some effort. I really do notice the difference this makes - it improves not only my 'look' but also the wear. I guess the bonus of not using it on a daily basis means it lasts a lot longer - which helps with the budget aspect.

I don't use a lot of primers, I bought this from the hype on YouTube as I have a problem with my foundations creasing. This primer definitely makes things very smooth. Keeps make up looking fresh. Kept it in place for 8 hours. Only lot lippies for the price...

I tried this product after hearing so much about it from "Ingrid" who is a youtube beauty guru. I have to say it was totally worth the hype and I loved it! It is a high end product but I think its worth the splurge! I recommend this product so much! Best Primer I would say!

I have tried a lot of primers but nothing and I mean nothing is as good as the SMASHBOX Primers! This is my everyone can have it primer so it stays in my kit and keeps my clients foundation on all day and gives it a even finish! I can not tell you how much you will love this product, go and try!

This is great primer, very silky smooth texture, helps my foundation and compact powders to glide on. Must have for special occasions if your splurging.