The Holy Grail Primer // Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Review

Have you ever found a product so good it puts you off ever trying another one again, because you know in your heart that you'll never find one as good? Well that's how I feel about this primer! I've tried many different primers over the years but none of them have even come close to this one.

This is one product that continuously tops make-up charts. It's a cult favourite, especially for those who have to tackle oily skin. I have more of a combination skin-type, but I've found it works just as well on the non-oily parts of my face as it does in my T-zone; it mattifies the oilier parts of my face, such as my forehead but also leaves my cheeks which tend to be drier feeling smooth without sucking any moisture out of them. It has a smooth, non-greasy formula that is really easy to blend into the skin - I've often found with primers that have a thicker consistency that they either break up underneath the foundation after a while or feel so heavy that you end up feeling like your make-up is caked on. The Smashbox primer, however, is completely weightless and it honestly feels like you haven't got any product on at all! I usually reach for a serum primer if I want a weightless feel, but this definitely beats all the serums I've ever used!

I was also really impressed with how long my foundation stayed on with this primer - usually I need to touch up during the day but I've found since I've been using this product I only really have to add a tiny touch of concealer and that only tends to be under my eyes or to cover up a blemish!

At £26 it is probably the most expensive primer I've ever used, but it is hands-down the best! You also get quite a lot for your money and since you only need a small amount to get a good coverage, it's unlikely you would run out of this too quickly!

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