Smashbox Pore Vanishing Primer travel-size 0.34 fl oz — mattifying, pore-blurring, oil-free with Vitamin E

Smashbox Pore Vanishing Primer is a lightweight, oil-free velvet primer that blurs pores, controls shine, and locks makeup for a mattified finish without leaving a white cast.

This travel-size primer (0.34 fl oz) creates a soft-focus base that smooths skin texture and extends makeup wear up to 12 hours. Formulated to feel weightless on all skin types, it contains Vitamin E to help nourish skin while providing a velvety matte surface. Use it alone for a polished no-makeup look or under foundation to reduce shine and minimize the appearance of enlarged pores.

How does this primer reduce the look of pores and texture?

The formula contains smoothing powders and light-diffusing particles that fill and blur the look of pores and fine lines. Its velvety finish evens out surface irregularities so skin appears softer and more uniform in photographs and real life. Because it’s oil-free, it avoids adding slip that can emphasize texture over time.

• Soft-focus powders that blur visible pores and lines
• Velvet finish smooths skin surface for photographic clarity
• Oil-free base that doesn’t add unwanted sheen or weight

Will it keep my makeup in place throughout the day?

Yes—this primer is formulated to increase makeup longevity, helping foundation and powders adhere better and resist breakdown from oil and sweat. Smashbox designed it to lock in makeup up to 12 hours when applied correctly, reducing the need for frequent touch-ups. It’s lightweight enough not to pill under creams or cosmetics.

• Improves product adhesion for longer wear
• Helps foundations and powders resist oil and sweat
• Compatible with liquid and powder bases without pilling

Is this primer suitable for my skin type and tone?

The oil-free, non-whitening formulation works across skin tones and is gentle for many skin types, including sensitive and combination skin. Because it doesn’t leave a white residue, it layers invisibly under makeup or can be used alone for a matte, natural look. Vitamin E helps provide light nourishment without adding greasiness.

• No visible white cast on darker or lighter skin tones
• Suitable for oily, combination, sensitive, and normal skin
• Vegan and cruelty-free formulation with Vitamin E

How should I apply this primer for best results?

Apply a small amount to clean, moisturized skin either all over the face or targeted to areas with visible pores and excess shine. Allow it to set for a minute before layering foundation or concealer to ensure a strong, even grip. For touch-ups, press lightly rather than rubbing to preserve the mattified finish.

• Use a pea-sized amount for the whole face; more for oil-prone zones
• Blend with fingertips or a dense brush; let set briefly before makeup
• Press gently for midday touch-ups to maintain matte texture

Who is this for: Smashbox Pore Vanishing Primer is ideal for anyone wanting a smoother complexion, especially those with visible pores, oily T-zones, or a need for longer-lasting makeup in a travel-friendly size. It’s a practical option for beauty enthusiasts who prefer lightweight, vegan, and cruelty-free products that won’t leave a white cast under camera lights or in everyday wear.

Features: Blurs pores without clogging them; controls shine with a mattified finish; locks in makeup for up to 12 hours; oil-free formula with no white cast; infused with Vitamin E. Travel Size.

Ingredients

Ingredients: Isododecane, Dimethicone, Isohexadecane, Silica, Dimethicone/vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Methyl Trimethicone, Caprylyl Methicone, Lauroyl Lysine, Polysilicone-11, Trisiloxane, Vinyl Dimethicone/methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, 1,2-hexanediol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Peg-12 Dimethicone/ppg-20 Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Bht, Phenoxyethanol. ILN53000. Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package you receive for the most up to date list of ingredients.