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Clinique

Even Better™ Pore Defying Primer, 30ml

£31

£24.80

£8.27 per 10ml

Product code: T237488F

A makeup-perfecting, skincare-powered face primer without silicone. Instantly blurs pores and reduces oil for a filtered, virtually poreless look. Packed with niacinamide and hyaluronic acid. For Very Dry to Dry, Dry Combination, Combination Oily, Oily skin types. Built with pore-blurring polymer technology, this makeup primer blurs the look of pores to create an instant filter effect. The skin-loving formula combines niacinamide helps reduce oil to help blur the look of pores and hyaluronic acid helps to moisturise. This works to help minimise the look of pores, reduce oil and shine, and hydrate skin. Refreshing water-balm texture melts into skin with a burst of hydration, prepping skin for smooth makeup application. Locks in makeup for fresh, flawless wear.

Product details

Item details

Silicone free, oil free, non-acnegenic and fragrance free

Allergy tested, dermatologist tested

A ppropriate for all skin types

More information

How to Use: To apply, put a thin layer to clean moisturised skin and smooth evenly over entire face before makeup or wear alone

Allow to dry before applying makeup

Product Size: 30 ml

Ingredients

Water Aqua Eau, Glycerin, Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2, Butylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Salix Alba Willow Bark Extract, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Niacinamide, Trimethylpentanediol Adipic Acid Glycerin Crosspolymer, Acetyl Glucosamine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pyridoxine Hcl, Zinc Sulfate, Phenoxyethanol

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Reviews (24)

3.1

54% Recommended this product

Mentions
21 November 2024Jane Greaves
Verified Purchase

Perfect Primer

Yes, I recommend this

Perfect for oily skin would purchase this primer every time

Reviewer Ratings

Quality

Excellent

Value for Money

Excellent

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Reviewer Ratings

Quality

Excellent

Value for Money

Excellent

17 October 2024Oxfordette

Turns into lumps

No, I don't recommend this

As soon as applied, it turns into lumps or fragments of white. The more you try to smooth it out the more fragmented it gets, and the fragments fall off your face. It's the second tube i have tried so it must be a general problem not confined to one tube. A pity that the older Clinique pore refining produce was discontinued as that worked.

Reviewer Ratings

Quality

Poor

Value for Money

Poor

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Reviewer Ratings

Quality

Poor

Value for Money

Poor

28 May 2024Drswaters

Claggy and ruins my foundation base

Originally posted on clinique.co.uk

No, I don't recommend this

I was really disappointed with this primer. I swapped from another brand as I like your moisturisers but found this primer didn't go on well, clumped when I applied foundation and made my fine lines look worse! Plus made my skin feel dry when I had makeup on. Not impressed and feel I've wasted money.

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Replied

10 June 2024

Thank you for your feedback, we always want you to be delighted with your products Drswaters and want to connect you with the right team. If you would like assistance with a return please call us on 0808 281 0226 (Mon-Fri 8 am-6 pm and 9 am-5pm weekends except for Sundays and Bank Holidays) or contact us via this link: https://www.clinique.co.uk/customer-care/help-topics

23 February 2024Avani

Great primer!

Originally posted on clinique.co.uk

Yes, I recommend this

I've been using this primer for the past couple weeks - it really blurs my pores, and my skin is hydrated and even when applying foundation. Really like the texture on the skin too!

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06 February 2024Joely

Great primer for all my skin needs!

Originally posted on clinique.co.uk

Yes, I recommend this

I have been trying this primer for the first time over the past couple of weeks and I love it! Having an oily/combination skin type the niacinamide definitely is key in helping my makeup stay in place all day, but the hyaluronic acid keeps me from looking dry. It blends lovely and sits great under my foundation, and minimizes my pores which is a must for me! Would 100% recommend.

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31 January 2024Lala girl

Makes my skin even before make-ups

Originally posted on clinique.co.uk

No, I don't recommend this

I have always been the "even better" fan, and I was excited to try this new product. However, I was a bit surprised with the texture of the product, it feels matt and a bit of pasty. Having said that, it does what it says on the tin to make my skin even before applying make-up.

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26 February 2024

Thank you for sharing your feedback. Your comments are important and we'd like to connect you with the right team. If you would like further assistance, please reach out to our Customer Service team with details of your experience at https://www.clinique.co.uk/customer-care/help-topics

31 January 2024Leanne

A great primer!

Originally posted on clinique.co.uk

Yes, I recommend this

I was keen to try this primer as large pores has always been an issue for me and i was curious to try it as it has niacinamide in it! I wouldn't say i have a completely poreless look after using but it is a great primer that is sticky so that i really felt my makeup clung better on my skin than it usually does with other primers and lasted well through out the day!!

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31 January 2024Nee

Really smooth long lasting

Originally posted on clinique.co.uk

Yes, I recommend this

This primer makes my skin feel amazing. It smooths out the base making it easy to apply my makeup and I feel it is very long lasting. I have normal/dry skin and I would recommend this to anyone with the same.

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30 January 2024Becca

Makes such a difference

Originally posted on clinique.co.uk

Yes, I recommend this

Love this product! Usually after a few hours of applying makeup my t-zone is oily and shiny, but when I use this primer my makeup lasts all day and im far less shiny. Even though it has a thick texture to start with, it blends really easily and works well under makeup.

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30 January 2024GemmaA

Melts into skin

Originally posted on clinique.co.uk

Yes, I recommend this

I like the clear formula and how it melts into the skin when you apply. My makeup also sat well on this primer throughout the day and didn't make my skin greasy like some others I have tried.

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30 January 2024RM100

Great Primer for a Matte look

Originally posted on clinique.co.uk

Yes, I recommend this

I have combination skin and this product has worked wonders for me. It keeps my skin hydrated (thank you hyaluronic acid) without making it oily and also helps in minimizing pores. It almost feels like I have a filter on my face!

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24 January 2024ZO

So smooth!

Originally posted on clinique.co.uk

Yes, I recommend this

I am not a big fan of primers but this one made a difference - my skin is acne prone but it didn't make it oily or a bad reaction

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23 January 2024Paulina

My makeup looks better

Originally posted on clinique.co.uk

Yes, I recommend this

It melts in my skin, makes it even in texture and make my makeup last longer. Really like this product and love the ingredients, I think its a great way of incorporating niacinamide in my routine.

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22 January 2024Leigh267

nice primer

Originally posted on clinique.co.uk

Yes, I recommend this

i'm quite liking this primer - its got a smooth but sticky texture so it definitely requires leaving a minute before adding on makeup but it clings & locks in your makeup to your skin!

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26 October 2023Han911

Worse Clinique product

Originally posted on clinique.co.uk

No, I don't recommend this

This is just an awful primer, the pilling is bad and just doesn't go on smoothly at all. The superprimer was an amazing product, please bring it back. I'm having to look at other brands now. Very disappointing.

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Replied

11 December 2023

Thank you for sharing your feedback Han. Your comments are important and we'd like to connect you with the right team. If you would like further assistance, please reach out to our Customer Service team with details of your experience at https://www.clinique.co.uk/customer-care/help-topics

23 September 2023Foo

Claggy

Originally posted on clinique.co.uk

No, I don't recommend this

It is not as smooth as Universal - comes out Claggy So disappointing Will not use again will look at other brands

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22 October 2023

Thank you for sharing your feedback Foo. Your comments are important and we'd like to connect you with the right team. . Please reach out to our Customer Service team with details of your experience at https://www.clinique.co.uk/customer-service

20 September 2023Sophie

Awful

Originally posted on clinique.co.uk

No, I don't recommend this

I totally agree with the reviews by Laura J and Beehive. This product is even more awful than the 'Even Better Light Reflecting Primer' (which makes my skin shiny..) This one is claggy, it doesn't glide on evenly and makes the makes the foundation 'sticky'. Pleeease bring back the SUPERPRIMER!

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22 October 2023

Thank you for sharing your feedback Sophie . Your comments are important and we'd like to connect you with the right team. . Please reach out to our Customer Service team with details of your experience at https://www.clinique.co.uk/customer-service

04 September 2023Mrs02018

Awful

Originally posted on clinique.co.uk

No, I don't recommend this

I bought this to help hide my pores a little. It goes on really milky on me, moves around a lot, then my foundation moves even more after. Doesn't appear to do anything other than make my make up more patchy.

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21 September 2023

Thank you for your feedback Mrs O, we always want you to be delighted with your Clinique products and want to connect you with the right team. If you would like assistance with a return please call us on 00808 2810 226 (Mon-Fri 8 am-6 pm and 9 am-5pm weekends except for Bank Holidays) or contact us via this link: https://www.clinique.co.uk/customer-service

19 August 2023PhebesOfDerbyshire
Verified Purchase

Unable to spread on face, had to scrape blobs off

I wonder if this product is very old? I was unable to spread this on my face. Quite bizarre, it was like putting a glue on - but almost stayed in the little blob - could not spread across my cheeks. Tried some on my forehead - just the same. Had to use my nails to scrape it off as could only squash it on. No change of being a primer. Totally unable to spread it. I have typical English rose complexion - very fine pores. I love make up and use good products. I was so disappointed. Would really like my money back? What do I do with this Clinique Primer?

Reviewer Ratings

Quality

Poor

Value for Money

Poor

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Reviewer Ratings

Quality

Poor

Value for Money

Poor

11 August 2023LauraJ

Bring back universal primer

Originally posted on clinique.co.uk

No, I don't recommend this

Since being unable to buy the universal primer, I ordered a small size of both new primers. Unfortunately, neither of them have worked for me with my routine. The pore defying primer didn't rub in very easily and ended up rolling into clumps which made applying my Clinique Superbalanced foundation very difficult. As someone with skin issues and allergies, it's always difficult when companies change or discontinue products that work for my skin. Unfortunately, I'm now going to have to find another branded primer :(

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28 August 2023

Thank you for getting in touch Laura and letting us know your thoughts, we are sorry to hear Even Better Pore Defying Primer hasn't been suitable for you. Since you enjoyed Super Primer Universal Face Primer, you may prefer the feel and finish of Even Better Light Reflecting Primer over Even Better Pore Defying Primer. Our Consultants are ready to learn more about your individual needs to make a custom-fit primer recommendation and share application tips. Connect here: https://clnq.co/AskClinique

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