Rating: 3 Stars – Good, but Not as Matte or Pore-Minimizing as Promised
The First Aid Beauty Hello FAB Pores Be Gone Matte Primer is marketed as an oil-free, pore-blurring primer that helps control shine, grip makeup, and create a matte finish. However, my experience didn’t quite align with these claims, leading to a 3-star rating.
What Worked:
✔ Lightweight & Smooth Application – The primer applies easily and doesn’t feel too heavy on the skin.
✔ Non-Comedogenic – A clean formula that won’t clog pores, which is great for sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Where It Fell Short:
✖ More Oily Than Expected – Instead of providing a true matte finish, the formula felt a bit greasy on the skin.
✖ Did Not Minimize Pores as Expected – It didn’t significantly blur or reduce the appearance of pores, which was disappointing given its claims.
✖ Not as Mattifying as Advertised – If you have oily or combination skin, this primer may not control shine as well as other matte primers.
Final Thoughts:
The First Aid Beauty Hello FAB Pores Be Gone Matte Primer is a decent, lightweight primer, but it doesn’t deliver strong pore-blurring or mattifying effects. If you’re looking for a true matte primer, this may not be the best option. It’s still comfortable to wear and non-comedogenic, but for oily skin types needing shine control, better primers are available.
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