Shine Stopper Instant Matte Finish Oil-Control Primer

Paula's Choice

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4.1

73 reviews
75%
would repurchase
4.4/5
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Water, Methyl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, PEG-100 Stearate, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Glyceryl Stearate, Myristyl Myristate, Ceteareth-20, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol

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    4.0
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    Sirena

    3 years ago

    I found that this product really worked at controlling my oil. I just apply it where I get shiny (sides of nose, forehead, chin) and made sure to rub it in quickly. If you don't, it kinda leaves of...

    About reviewer (4 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinOily, Other

    HairBlack

    EyesBlack

    5.0
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    lizziejagger

    3 years ago

    LOVE this stuff, and have been using it for two years now. It is a literal game changer for me, and the only matte-ifying product I've found that controls shine without feeling dry or tight. I do...

    About reviewer (4 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination

    HairBrown

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    Bizaar

    4 years ago

    Bought it a few years ago and found it completely ineffecitive. Almost sent it back, but couldn't be bothered. However, last week I tried it again and OMG - it's AMAZING! Keeps me matte for a lot...

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    About reviewer (1 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrown, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBrown

    1.0
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    beverlysl

    6 years ago

    This is without a doubt one of the worst products I have ever purchased. It balls and cakes under foundation and did nothing to control oil. I honestly believe Paula has people on her payroll to...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age56 & Over

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBrown

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    oubliette

    6 years ago

    This stuff is no joke! It is the best product I have ever found to control oil. It can be a bit finnicky, meaning it goes on thick and can get bally and patchy with some makeup, or feel too drying....

    About reviewer (336 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinOily, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    MiniKraken

    6 years ago

    This is quite pricey but a little goes a long way. With my combination skin, my make up starts melting around my T zone by lunch time. However, a few dabs of this on my T zone after BB cream and...

    About reviewer (9 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    Mari001

    7 years ago

    I've repurchased this tube many times, so decided it's finally time for a review. My face is extremely oily, I have to constantly blot throughout the day, no product ever has solved this problem,...

    About reviewer (28 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinOily, Fair, Warm

    HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    1.0
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    Xxkonixx

    7 years ago

    i bought a regular size after trying the package sample and really liked it....for some reason after receiving the real thing it's different from the sample.....the sample was a smooth gel cream...

    About reviewer (395 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBlack

    EyesBlack

    4.0
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    SofiaRN421

    8 years ago

    Pretty good for my super oily skin. I still get oily, but this helps some. I find this works better if I rub it in, not pat it in like another reviewer stated. Just let this sink in for a good 10...

    About reviewer (52 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinOily, Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesHazel

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    jen1103

    8 years ago

    This product contains Myristyl Myristate, which is a HUGE acne no-no. I applied this to my forehead and had whiteheads the next day. Tried it on my chest, had whiteheads the next day. I contacted...

    About reviewer (113 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    wndyn

    8 years ago

    amazing stuff! I normally need to blot by 10am and it can be difficult for me to continually blot throughout the day as I get quite busy. On a normal day, by the time I get a chance to look in the...

    About reviewer (1 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Medium

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    lauraj1992

    8 years ago

    I am so glad PC have made a product solely for mattifying your face because comparable products are just full of bad alcohols. I was not expecting miracles but this does a very very good job at...

    About reviewer (3 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinOily, Fair

    HairBrunette

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    RSLRN

    8 years ago

    I received a sample of this with a PC order and I am very impressed! I have combination skin with my forehead/t-zone being oily regularly. I usually have to blot my forehead a few times a day to...

    About reviewer (46 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    Leesa123

    8 years ago

    This product changed the way I look at make up. I have such oily eye lids & t-zone that a lot of products were just no-go. I couldn't wear eyeshadow, mascara, or liner without hourly wiping off...

    About reviewer (10 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinOily, Fair, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

    EyesHazel

    4.0
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    magic1

    8 years ago

    This "primer" works best when used *over* makeup. I keep a tube in my purse and when I get shiny, I use a Clean & Clear oil blotting sheet then dab this product over my t-zone.

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinVery Oily

    HairRed

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    inmyopinion

    8 years ago

    Terrific oil absorber - but just use a tiny bit - like the size of a pea or corn kernel. I find I can mix it with foundation such as Ellis Faas Skin Veil Foundation and apply the combo directly...

    About reviewer (299 reviews)

    Age56 & Over

    SkinCombination, Olive, Warm

    HairSilver, Curly, Medium

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    BluePlastic

    8 years ago

    Unequivocally would buy another tube of this if I ran out or my current tube disappeared. I had a sample and was impressed but waited to review it until I ordered and received my own tube and...

    About reviewer (36 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinOily, Fair, Neutral

    HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    AshaP

    8 years ago

    I was a dedicated OC8 user, and I must say, I was skeptical when I first tried Paula's Choice Shine Stopper. While I applaud PC for offering sample sachets, I have found that the sample packaging...

    About reviewer (163 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Olive, Neutral

    HairBrown, Curly, Medium

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    cr4zn

    8 years ago

    Okay, so I just put this product to the test. I have extremely oily skin during the summer. I was mainly outside in 95 degree, sweaty humid weather, and I didn't look like an oil slick - I still...

    About reviewer (45 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Medium, Warm

    HairRed, Other, Other

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    laugil

    8 years ago

    I CAN´T BELIEVE I FOUND THE A STOP FOR MY EXTREMELY OILY FACE! THIS IS THE ONLY THING THAT HAS WORK FOR ME! I AM PISSED THIS IS SO UNDERRATED!!! HOW CAN ANYONE IS TALKING ABOUT THIS...

    About reviewer (1 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Medium

    HairRed

    EyesBrown

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