We’ve written about a lot of primers, but Smashbox’s Photo Finish is one that we hear about repeatedly — particularly from those with oily skin. It’s currently on offer at both Target and Ulta. Sam Sanders, journalist and host of Vulture podcast Into It!, says that the primer’s clean, smooth finish is the only thing that stops his forehead from shining like a lighthouse. Meanwhile, it’s also a cult classic for makeup artists like Jennifer Nam, who says its silicone-based, velvety formula “can tone down the high shine and help makeup sit better.” We’ve seen this bottle of Photo Finish cost up to $42, but you can get one today for just $21.
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