Key ingredients
4.1/5
The original Photo Finish primer. A silicone blur gel for pores and fine lines, not a serum.
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The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Makeup Primer
$16.00
Best for those seeking a smoother makeup base with minimized pores. The vegan formula makes it a conscious choice for ethical consumers.
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The Edyt Score
4.2 / 5.0
Targets
4.2/5
For a smoother makeup base. Skip the other Photo Finish listing if this is the same primer.
Formula standards
4.2/5
A slick gel. It can pill if moisturizer is still wet, and it will not hydrate dry skin.
The verdict
A known blur primer. One tube is enough.
Compare against similar products
Side-by-side vs 6 near substitutes (e.l.f., Tula, Milk Makeup, Maybelline, Sheglam, and Revolution Beauty London): best for, format, finish, skin/undertone, Edyt score, and notes. Swipe sideways to compare.
| Pick | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Original Photo Finish primer | Oily skin | Great option | Hydrating gel | Sensitive skin | Makeup | Makeup |
| Format | Gel | Cream | Cream | Gel | Serum | Formula | Formula |
| Finish | Gel | Cream | Cream | Gel | Serum | Formula | Formula |
| Skin / undertone | : | Oily / acne | : | : | Sensitive | : | : |
| Edyt score Methodology: The Edyt Score reflects ingredient profiles, concentration, and formulation standards. It is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews. | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.1 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.2 |
| Notes | Anti-aging · Anti-imperfections | Smoothing · Hydrating | Anti-redness · Hydrating | Hydrating · Smoothing | Hydrating · Plumping | Vegan · Cruelty-free | Shortlist pick · makeup |
| $ / size | $16 | $11 | $38 | $20 | $9.97 | $7.99 | $6.00 |
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FAQ
Who is The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Makeup Primer best for?
Best for those seeking a smoother makeup base with minimized pores. The vegan formula makes it a conscious choice for ethical consumers.
How did Edyt Beauty score this face primer?
Edyt rates The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Makeup Primer 4.2 out of 5 based on formula fit: ingredient profile, who it is built for, and formulation quality: not star averages or paid placement.
How does it compare to similar products?
The compare table above stacks The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Makeup Primer against near substitutes for the same shopping job, including picks from e.l.f., Tula, Milk Makeup, Maybelline, Sheglam, and Revolution Beauty London. For more from the same brand, see More from Smashbox below.
Where can I buy it?
Shop The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Makeup Primer with the Buy button when it is available. We may earn a commission from qualifying purchases. Prices and availability can change. You can also find it ranked in our guide to Primer for mature skin.
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