Our Photo Finish primers are the ultimate multitaskers — they provide real skincare benefits, smooth and prep your skin for better makeup application, and lock in your makeup for longer wear. Plus, they double as the perfect base for when you want to go makeup-free. Photo Finish Primers aren’t one size fits all — our multi-tasking formulas are customized for your skin. So whether you’re looking for redness reduction, blurred texture, SPF protection, hydration, there’s a primer for that.
When Should I Use Face Primer In My Routine?
Face primer should be the last step of your skincare, and if you use a multitasking primer like one of our Photo Finish Primers, it might even shorten your routine (win-win). As always, try it out and see what works best for your skin. SPF should generally precede primer, especially if it’s thinner than the primer or if you want help controlling the finish of your sunscreen. If you’d rather remove that step altogether, we recommend trying the Invisible SPF 45 Broad Spectrum Primer.
Which Face Primer Should I Use?
The best way to find your perfect primer is to start with what your skin needs the most. Pore blurring? Shine control? Redness reduction? Photo Finish Primers aren’t one size fits all — we have a multi-tasking formula for every skincare need.
The Original Smooth & Blur Primer • Makes makeup look better, longer • Smooths and blurs the look of uneven texture and fine lines • Helps makeup glide on smoothly • Smooth, satin finish • For all skin types
Pore-Vanishing Blurs Pores Primer • Locks in makeup for up to 12 hours • Instantly minimizes the look of pores without clogging • Helps makeup glide on smoothly • Semi-matte soft-focus finish • For all skin types
Invisible SPF 45 Broad Spectrum Primer • Improves makeup • Protects and hydrates skin with SPF 45 and Hyaluronic Acid • Antioxidant protection • Dries down with a crystal clear finish with no white cast • Dewy finish • For all skin types
Oil Control Mattify Primer • Makes makeup look better, longer • Instantly mattifies and controls oil under makeup for up to 12 hours with Salicylic Acid, Witch Hazel + Zinc • Strengthens skin with Algae, Antioxidants, and Vitamins • Matte finish without dryness • For oily or combination skin
Hydrating Primerizer Primer+ • Makes makeup look better, longer • Delivers 72-hour hydration with Triple Hyaluronic Acid + Niacinamide • Strengthens skin with Algae, Antioxidants, and Vitamins • Silicone-free, lightweight & breathable • Soft, dewy finish • For normal to dry skin
Anti-Redness Correct & Soothe Primer • Makes makeup look better, longer • Reduces visible redness with color-correcting green pigment • Calms skin with Algae, Rose, and Mushroom • Strengthens skin with Hyaluronic Acid, antioxidants + vitamins • Soft, satin finish • For all skin types
How Do I Apply Face Primer?
After skincare, swipe a pea-sized amount all over clean, moisturized skin. Wear alone or under makeup.
Where Should I Use Face Primer?
Spoiler: Face primer should generally be used on your face.
Do Smashbox Face Primers Contain Animal-Derived Ingredients?
All of our face primers are vegan and cruelty-free.