Benefit The Porefessional Primer (22ml)

This is a review of another product, because it is not presented on Influenster. This pore cleaner is very nice and easy to use. It does not dry out my combination skin. The smell is very nice, not too overpowering but good enough. It foams well and skin feels clean, but not dried out. It has a bit of a cooling effect for me. I leave it on for about 1-2 minutes before washing it off - like a mask, and it seems my pores get a little cleaner this way than if I wash it off right away. I only need 1 to 1.5 pumps to wash my face well together with the neck. It also washes all the makeup off so that's a great bonus! I'm kinda diggging the new skincare line of Benefit and can't wait what they come up with next!

I absolutely love the Benefit Porefessional Face Primer! It's a game-changer in my makeup routine. First of all, it has a velvety smooth texture that feels amazing on the skin. It goes on effortlessly and creates a perfect canvas for makeup application. But the real magic of this primer is how it minimizes the appearance of pores. I have fairly large pores on my nose and cheeks, and this primer makes them virtually disappear. It gives my skin a smooth, even finish that lasts all day. I also appreciate that it's oil-free and lightweight. It doesn't feel heavy or greasy on my skin, and it doesn't cause any breakouts or irritation. Overall, I highly recommend the Benefit Porefessional Face Primer to anyone looking to improve the appearance of their pores and create a ... MoreI absolutely love the Benefit Porefessional Face Primer! It's a game-changer in my makeup routine. First of all, it has a velvety smooth texture that feels amazing on the skin. It goes on effortlessly and creates a perfect canvas for makeup application. But the real magic of this primer is how it minimizes the appearance of pores. I have fairly large pores on my nose and cheeks, and this primer makes them virtually disappear. It gives my skin a smooth, even finish that lasts all day. I also appreciate that it's oil-free and lightweight. It doesn't feel heavy or greasy on my skin, and it doesn't cause any breakouts or irritation. Overall, I highly recommend the Benefit Porefessional Face Primer to anyone looking to improve the appearance of their pores and create a smooth, flawless canvas for makeup. It's worth every penny!

Let me just start saying that I know how much people love this primer and how highly rated it is, but I swear I have really good reasons for the 3 stars. Yes, this primer does its job pretty well evening out skin texture and hiding enlarged pores. The balmy and silky texture is great and it's really easy to apply. Well, sorta... In my case, I found out it's better to dab it on my skin, so it takes a little longer than usual, but that's okay. The two main reasons that made me rate it 3 stars are: 1) my skin is very oily, especially during the summer/spring. The matte effect of this primer only lasts 3-4 hours, depending on which foundation or CC cream I have on. That means that I either have to use blotting tissues, apply some powder on or redo most of my makeup; 2) ... MoreLet me just start saying that I know how much people love this primer and how highly rated it is, but I swear I have really good reasons for the 3 stars. Yes, this primer does its job pretty well evening out skin texture and hiding enlarged pores. The balmy and silky texture is great and it's really easy to apply. Well, sorta... In my case, I found out it's better to dab it on my skin, so it takes a little longer than usual, but that's okay. The two main reasons that made me rate it 3 stars are: 1) my skin is very oily, especially during the summer/spring. The matte effect of this primer only lasts 3-4 hours, depending on which foundation or CC cream I have on. That means that I either have to use blotting tissues, apply some powder on or redo most of my makeup; 2) due to the number of silicone ingredients in the formula, this primer causes me breakouts every time I use it. Every. Single. Time. The product is really good but it's just not worth it in my case, as you can see. I do recommend it though if you have dry to normal skin, maybe.

I am always on the hunt for the best makeup primer. I have a makeup stand full of them, and have tried more than I can count, but they always seem to fall short in one area or another. Sure, one may minimize pores, but it leaves my face a greasy mess. Another might control oil and shine, but my pores look the size of Europe, and my makeup cracks halfway through the day. I can never seem to get it just right. This year I bought myself a new winter coat at Macy's and scored $10 in money towards a future purchase. I decided to pamper myself and used it towards a "12 Days of Beauty" Advent Calendar, which I HIGHLY recommend buying. Included were 12 amazing makeup, hair, and skincare products. One of those items just so happened to be a really nice mini/sample size of ... MoreI am always on the hunt for the best makeup primer. I have a makeup stand full of them, and have tried more than I can count, but they always seem to fall short in one area or another. Sure, one may minimize pores, but it leaves my face a greasy mess. Another might control oil and shine, but my pores look the size of Europe, and my makeup cracks halfway through the day. I can never seem to get it just right. This year I bought myself a new winter coat at Macy's and scored $10 in money towards a future purchase. I decided to pamper myself and used it towards a "12 Days of Beauty" Advent Calendar, which I HIGHLY recommend buying. Included were 12 amazing makeup, hair, and skincare products. One of those items just so happened to be a really nice mini/sample size of benefit Cosmetic's the POREfessional Smoothing Pore Minimizing Primer. I had the opportunity to try this product one time before, but it was in a one-time-use, pouch-type of package and the product was clumpy, I think due to the heat outside. I don't think that it really worked up to it's full potential, because this is hands-down the BEST makeup primer that I have ever, ever used. I have tried more than 10+ kinds of primers too, and most of which the outcomes are documented here on Influenster. Starting with the packaging, I love EVERYTHING about this product. As always, benefit goes out of their way to give a great product presentation. The product comes in a triangular-shaped turquoise and beige tube with a black lid that screws off. The front of the tube has the product name written in giant white letters with a black outline, and "Pore Primer" stamped in red. There's a drawing of an old-fashioned, retro stewardess wearing a turquoise dress and hat, with a dark blue briefcase, gloves, and boots. The brand logo is written at the bottom center of the front in black, as well as is some product information on the back. The tube comes in a really nice box as well, that has the exact same colors, and the same graphics printed on the front. The sides of the box have product information as well as instructions written in black. The product itself is squeezed out of the tube, so you can be pretty exact and not waste a whole lot. It's a brownish/tan colored primer (they call it "translucent"?) that's a little thicker than most other makeup primers that I'm used to using. It has more the consistency of a thicker winter face cream, than it does a primer. It has a lovely floral scent to it that isn't overwhelming or overpowering in any way, but it is still definitely present. My skin would be considered combination that leans towards the oily side, and also tends to be on the sensitive side. The fragrance and dye in this product did not bother me at all. In fact, it did quite the opposite. It made my makeup look the best that it has had in a long, long time! It also kept the oil and shine under control all day long, well into the evening hours. I've been seriously struggling with some major issues with my pores being absolutely HUGE lately too, especially around my nose and cheeks. This primer totally erased all my worries and got rid of all the visible pores on my face for the entire day! Although this primer is thick, it is still lightweight and absorbs quickly and evenly into your skin. It does not feel sticky or tacky upon application nor does it feel greasy or oily. It doesn't take long to dry, and it feels moisturizing when you apply it. It also doesn't crack halfway through your day like a LOT of other primers. Your makeup will not look cakey if you use this product. I've noticed that when I use certain primers, no matter what I do my makeup looks super caked-on. Not the case with POREfessional. My makeup gets a beautiful matte finish when I use this primer and a gorgeous soft glow. I really can't stress it enough - my makeup looks magnificent when I use this stuff! What it is, is a primer that quickly minimizes the appearance of pores and fine lines for smoother-than-smooth skin. Finish: Natural. Formulation: Cream. Skin Type: Normal, Combination, Dry, and Oily. Apply this silky, lightweight balm alone, under, or over makeup. This priming phenomenon is your quick fix solution for flawless-looking skin. POREfessional's translucent formula complements all skin tones to create a smooth canvas and mattify shine. The formula contains a Vitamin E derivative, which is known to protect skin from free radicals. I got the 0.1oz mini sample size of this product and have been able to do my makeup about 5 times now already, with more left in the tube! I was really surprised and SO happy! You get a lot more out of this little tube than you think! If you haven't already, I highly, highly recommend doing so. I have already made this product a staple in my beauty routine, and am planning on doing so on a permanent basis!

Benefit The POREfessional Primer is a fantastic product that lives up to its claims. It smooths out my pores, creates a flawless base for my makeup, and helps my foundation stay put all day. It's lightweight, easy to apply, and a little goes a long way. Plus, it doesn't make my skin feel greasy or clog my pores. However, it didn't work for me at all. I have oily skin with large pores, and this primer didn't do anything to smooth them out. It felt heavy and greasy on my skin, and my makeup didn't last any longer than usual. I also noticed that it caused my foundation to look cakey and settle into my fine lines. Overall, I was disappointed with this product and wouldn't recommend it to others with similar skin concerns.

I totally recommend it to those who want to effortlessly show off smooth skin, without shine, minimized pores and a velvety effect. To avoid dryness, or those who have dry skin, it is necessary to use it after a moisturizer, so we avoid possible little skin that can be noticed even more with the primer. This is not a dermatological product, so if you are looking for a temporary effect that reduces your pores and shine, it is advisable to ask a specialist. You can easily get it on Amazon by clicking here. Your dermatologist can help you with a definitive treatment according to your skin type, let's remember that each skin is different! And this is just an aesthetic product. The price-duration ratio is optimal. Although it is not such an economical product, du

Amazing with some work

I received this as a gift. sometimes it went on smooth and other times it would cake into rolls and it looked like peeling skin. I noticed, if I scrubbed my face really good with an exfoliant+facial cleanser, and very lightly afterwards moisturized (and waited a bit for the moisturizer to soak in) that I could apply this and get amazing results. totally blurred out pores, evened out complexion, it has the coverage of a foundation and you don't feel it AT ALL. but if I tried to put this on to anything less than freshly showered clean skin, it would smear and roll. on another note, I never had any luck being able to put foundation, powders, blushes, brozers, or even eyeshadow on top of this primer. but alone on clean skin it's amazing. if I could get consistent ... MoreI received this as a gift. sometimes it went on smooth and other times it would cake into rolls and it looked like peeling skin. I noticed, if I scrubbed my face really good with an exfoliant+facial cleanser, and very lightly afterwards moisturized (and waited a bit for the moisturizer to soak in) that I could apply this and get amazing results. totally blurred out pores, evened out complexion, it has the coverage of a foundation and you don't feel it AT ALL. but if I tried to put this on to anything less than freshly showered clean skin, it would smear and roll. on another note, I never had any luck being able to put foundation, powders, blushes, brozers, or even eyeshadow on top of this primer. but alone on clean skin it's amazing. if I could get consistent results from this product I wouldn't use anything else.

My face has never been smoother!

This is the best make-up product that I have ever used. I got a tiny sample once and laughed because it was so small. It changed everything about my skin. It feels silky while applying to my face and neck. The results are almost unbelievable. My skin looks and feels amazing! I apply as primer and it makes my skin pettable, so fantastic I almost can't stop feeling it against my fingers. The Porefessional primer works easily on top of your make-up, for touch ups or moisture. Also, I have never been able to use a single product and then go, feeling confident in public. This makes my skin so even and smooth. I actually run errands, knowing I look lovely. Confidence in a tube! This is the one product that I can NOT do without! Try it, you wíll be amazed. Thank you, Benefit!

My face has never been smoother!

This is the best make-up product that I have ever used. I got a tiny sample once and laughed because it was so small. It changed everything about my skin. It feels silky while applying to my face and neck. The results are almost unbelievable. My skin looks and feels amazing! I apply as primer and it makes my skin pettable, so fantastic I almost can't stop feeling it against my fingers.The Porefessional primer works easily on top of your make-up, for touch ups or moisture. Also, I have never been able to use a single product and then go, feeling confident in public. This makes my skin so even and smooth. I actually run errands, knowing I look lovely. Confidence in a tube! This is the one product that I can NOT do without!Try it, you wíll be amazed.Thank you, Benefit!

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I immediately bought the mega size as soon as I used the sample size I received free with the purchase of some cologne. This product is amazing. I love the feel, the mild scent (I do not think it is fragranced, but it has a scent to it), and its staying power! It does exactly as advertised and wears incredibly well over my moisturizer and under my makeup. I have comically large pores and this primer mattifies and smooths my skin's texture so well that I can go without foundation on my natural, low-maintenance days without feeling as if I look like I gave up in the morning lol. I also have found that I can go without a setting powder when wearing makeup over this.Minus 1 star because:1. I avoid my entire eye area as I have extreme crepiness and this product really ... MoreI immediately bought the mega size as soon as I used the sample size I received free with the purchase of some cologne. This product is amazing. I love the feel, the mild scent (I do not think it is fragranced, but it has a scent to it), and its staying power! It does exactly as advertised and wears incredibly well over my moisturizer and under my makeup. I have comically large pores and this primer mattifies and smooths my skin's texture so well that I can go without foundation on my natural, low-maintenance days without feeling as if I look like I gave up in the morning lol. I also have found that I can go without a setting powder when wearing makeup over this.Minus 1 star because:1. I avoid my entire eye area as I have extreme crepiness and this product really exagerates that i.e. hellllooo creases, crinkles, and cake-eye! Granted, there is no product or primer I have found that actually works in this problem area for me, but still.and 2. the price for the amount of product I need to use is a l i t t l e much. I do not shy from price tags for product that is worth it, and this is definitely worth it, but I'm not sure if you could call the 'value' size a real value.. I expect value sizes to last AT LEAST 3 mos but at the rate I am using it, I'm not so sure. I do layer this product (twice) and I do use it about 4-5 times a week. It'll probably last me about 6-8 weeks. Still not bad, but worth noting. I will buy again and again!