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The POREfessional-Benefit Cosmetics

benefit porefessional primer review blog

Regardless of the type of foundation that I’m wearing; be it powder, cream or liquid, I always have to use a primer (just another perk of having crazy oily skin). Usually I stick to my trusted and beloved Smashbox primers, but I was dying to try out Benefit’s the POREfessional primer. If you remember, a few months a go I got my hands on the “It’s a love fest” set from Benefit, which included a full size “They’re Real” mascara and the POREfessional primer balm. I’ve used and tested this primer for months and can now tell you how much I like it and why ;)

The main idea behind this product (as if you haven’t figured it out by its name) is to minimize the appearance of pores and smooth out the skin prior to makeup application. Even though the formula appears to be slightly tinted, it’s actually translucent and is said to compliment all skin tones. It’s oil free and contains Vitamin E derivative that helps to protect the skin from free radicals. The POREfessional primer really does make the pores of the skin disappear for a few hours. A cool thing about it is that if the pores happen to reappear after few hours, I can use a tiny amount of the primer to apply over my makeup to make them invisible again. The formula is so smooth that it won’t “cake up” the foundation; the only thing to remember is to use a very small amount of the product when doing this.

Benefit porefessional primer review

Disappearing pores is not exactly why I love the POREfessional so much. I love it, because it keeps my oily skin at bay and makes my foundation last a very long time without having to blot or powder. The texture and formula are so smooth and soft; it feels very silky to touch and makes the skin look completely matte. If my skin feels a bit dry, I always have to exfoliate prior to applying this product as it can accentuate the dry bits of skin. Lastly, I’ve had this product for months and while I use it quite often, I’m nowhere near to running low. Tiny dab is enough to cover my entire T-zone and cheeks.

Anyone else tried Benefit’s the POREfessional?

Paula xx

8 Comments

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    Sophie Sierra
    March 30, 2014 at 12:51 am

    Ah, I want to try this so bad! Sounds like it’s so worth investing in :D The pores round my T zone always need a touch of BB cream, but I’d be interested to see how this product works. Love the packaging <3

    Sophie xox

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      Paula
      March 31, 2014 at 7:23 pm

      Oh yes, the packaging is super cute too! ;)

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    Christel
    March 30, 2014 at 4:47 pm

    I always want to try this product as I have some large pores around my t-zone area but scared that it might make me break out :-( did you experience any breakouts with this product?

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      Paula
      March 30, 2014 at 10:25 pm

      Hey Chrsitel, this didn’t break me out at all. Nowadays there aren’t too many products that break me out, thankfully. Maybe you can ask for a sample at Sephora, they’re always nice about giving out samples. Btw, LOVE your new blog name ;)

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    Lorietta
    March 30, 2014 at 5:06 pm

    I’m using Rimmel Fix&Perfect primer, but this product looks amazing too!:) great review!♥

    http://www.Lorietta.cz

    • Reply
      Paula
      March 31, 2014 at 7:24 pm

      Thank you Lorietta!

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    Stella
    March 31, 2014 at 5:49 pm

    Have it, too and should finally use it! Great post and thanks for remembering me ;D

    http://www.sugarpopfashion.com

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    Sakuranko
    March 31, 2014 at 8:32 pm

    I don´t tired that primer but looks k¿like a good product~
    xx

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