Founded by the grandson of Max Factor's founder, Smashbox is one of the brands with the largest range of makeup primers, which focus on improving pores and concealing blemishes, and is subdivided into 8 models to suit different skin needs, and is also available in 15ml, 30ml, and 60ml sizes, which are convenient for daily use or on-the-go.
 
Foundation Primer is Smashbox's classic oil-free primer, with a silicone oil base that refines pores and smooths the skin, and can be applied in small amounts to large pores in a fraction of the size. The sheer gel texture has no touch-up effect, is easy to push on the face but has a heavy silicone feel, and is somewhat pseudo-slippery, making it suitable for dry, normal skin, while Foundation Primer Light is more suitable for oily and combination oily skin.
 
The Color Correcting Foundation Primer is made with a 2% concentration of salicylic acid, which provides a foundation for makeup and exfoliation, so it is recommended for oily and combination skin that is tolerant, and the antioxidant vitamin E and a small amount of soothing cinnamon extract are also a plus. It's also silicone-based, lightweight emulsion-like and leaves skin with a soft, matte finish.
 
The oil-free, fragrance-free formula is Smashbox's advantage, but the fact that it is not tested on animals is the biggest reason why it cannot be sold in China, as it does not meet the requirements for imported cosmetics in China, which can be purchased through daigou or overseas shopping.