I would probably buy this again!

Hello Everyone.

We all know the importance of priming skin before makeup. Since this primer comes in an unconventional dispenser, like a face mist, it jogged my curiosity; and being someone who always loves to experiment with different kind of products, I picked it up to give it a try. This review will be on a product which claims to do the same. It is the Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Water.
My Experience with Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Water:
Packaging:
Comes in a simple see-through plastic bottle. The disperser sprays a very fine mist and covers the entire face in 2 sprits on either sides of the face. The bottle has a cap and this size is very travel friendly.
Being someone with dry skin, I love using face mists and when I saw this product, my first thought was that this is a face mist. But after reading the claims, that this product also acts as a primer, I got super interested. This primer spray is free of silicone, alcohol and oil. I use this before and after applying my makeup. When used before makeup, it instantly refreshes my skin. It dries quickly and leaves a very slightly tacky feel on the skin which is not bothersome; on the contrary I feel the tackiness helps my makeup stick onto the skin better which is the primary function of a makeup primer. It provides a light veil of hydration on my skin without feeling greasy. On hotter days, when I prefer something lightweight on my skin, I skip a moisturizer and use only this product and it helps make my skin feel comfortable.

When used after finishing my makeup, which I will seldom do as I prefer using my makeup setting sprays, I use this primer spray. If I have used a particularly drying foundation, like a matte, mineral or powder foundations, this spray effectively takes away the powdery look and helps the foundation not crease and crack. I notice less dry patches when I use this under makeup. This spray leaves a very natural finish on the skin once it dries. It is not overly dewy, but imparts a slight glow. I have not seen any noticeable difference in my makeup’s wear time. This spray neither improves it nor adversely affects it. But it does improve how my foundation sits and looks on my skin. It has a very refreshing scent which I enjoy. Overall, I do like this product, but do not consider this a must-have. If you have dry skin and are looking for something that can be multipurpose on-the-go to refresh your makeup and provide a light layer of hydration, you may like this product. But if you are considering replacing your primer or a setting spray with this, this is not the best product for that. For the function it provides, I do think it is overpriced as I have used face mists in the past that provide more or less the same function at half the cost (one example is Avene Thermal Water).

Pros of Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Water:
• Lightweight
• Quick absorbing
• Minimal tacky feel
• Refreshing scent
• Refreshes makeup and skin
• Provides a light layer of hydration
• Makes my makeup apply smoother
• Visibly less dry patches
• Good addition to skincare
• Free of harmful ingredients
• Travel friendly
• Takes away powdery look of makeup
• Fine mist
• Gives a luminous natural glow to the skin without being too dewy or greasy

Cons of Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Water:
• Overpriced for being a “fancy water”
• Did not improve or affect the wear of makeup in anyway
• Less pricey alternatives available

Smashbox Does It Again

This setting spray has lasted me longer than I expected from the little bottle! I feel like I don’t need that much, my makeup stays all day, and my skin feels refreshed and happy afterwards. This is a mandatory refill when I hit Sephora next!

Great primer

This spray not only acts as a primer it also hydrates your skin. You spray some onto your face before applying any makeup and let it absorb into your skin, which it does quickly, and then you can begin to apply your makeup and have it not only apply better but helps to keep your makeup in place all day. It's so nice and easy to have a Primer in this spray formula because it cuts down on time and covers all areas evenly. I highly recommend trying this and like all Smashbox products you won't be disappointed

LOVE

I have oily skin and I use this as a primer, it makes such a huge difference. It helps hydrate my skin and makes my makeup look amazing. I will definitely re-purchase this.

Holy Grail Primer!

First of all, I have oily and/or combination skin, depending on the season, and this primer water is Amazing! Even with my oily skin, it hydrates in just the right spots and makes my makeup look flawless and not cakey at all. This product refreshes my skin. It's a must have in your makeup collection!

Another great tip, I heard one time from Smashbox, it to put this item in the freezer for a few minutes, so you can spray a cool spritz on your face, during the summer months, for a cool, refreshing feel!

Try it for yourself, you won't regret it!

Amazing!

This primer water smells SOOO good! I'm kind of sad that it's limited edition because I would definitely repurchase. But it leaves my skin nice and dewy and the mister on it is great in my opinion!

Doesn’t weigh you down

I have the coconut smelling one and it’s amazing, even though it’s a primer I also use it as a finishing spray. It literally feels like water, does have a little tackiness which is great to hold onto your foundation.

Smash box water primer

I love this so much it’s someone starting after you spray it on your skin can use it as a primer and after spray it’s very moisturizing makes your make up looks good

It is ok

This is silicone, alcohol and oil free. This is a spray primer, instead of one that comes out of the tube. It was ok. I can not really notice much of a change in the longevity of my make lasting loner. I used this after make up application like a setting spray.

Suberb Hydration

I seriously love this product. It's perfect if you are someone like me that needs to add some quick hydration to your skin in the morning, while also priming your skin for makeup. It has a slight scent, but a good one, and really does work as a primer for the skin.