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Revlon Age Defying Instant Firming Face Primers with Botafirm

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Rated a 5.5

"Instant firming" is misleading but fine lines are less noticeable after a week of using Revlon Age Defying Instant Firming Face Primer. (You can actually see what Revlon claims is Botafirm, a botanical and antioxidant complex, making a difference over time.) A decent primer, it promotes longevity of makeup and allows it to glide on smoothly. Pores look smaller but shine isn't controlled as much as expected (oily skin types may want to skip it). One huge downside: The very strong smell resembles that of wet grass -- a deal breaker for most consumers.

Reviewed by Sarah, Editor
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  • Member rated it 1.0

    yuck

    by NancyMadlin (14 reviews)
    I was looking for a reasonably priced primer, and thought I'd try this one. Mistake. I did not like the Revlon Age Defying make-up either. It feels heavy and yucky, like products containing GABA, which I do not like either. In addition, this stuff actually made my face SHINEY, which is the opposite effect of other face prim...ers I do like. I actually threw this tube out in the garbage. January 15, 2008, 7:58 pm

    8 of 11 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 1.0

    This stuff Stinks!

    by nascarnut7078 (3 reviews)
    I thought a primer would be a worthwhile purchase, maybe so, but pass this one by. The product has an awful smell, and did not do anything it claimed or that I had expected from it. I plan on doing a little research on this forum to find another product with more favorable reviews. July 29, 2008, 10:31 am

    4 of 4 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 3.0

    Don't bother....

    by dmackay (100 reviews)
    Top 500 ReviewerTrusted Review
    Thankfully I got this free with purchase... First off, this stuff stinks!! Secondly, it seemed interact with my foundation and made it look orange-y. And third, it did not help my makeup last any longer than normal. Don't bother with this one. July 17, 2008, 6:08 am

    4 of 4 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 10.0

    Definitely worth the money!

    by HeyAng (29 reviews)
    After trying several primers, I decided to buy this reasonably priced one to see how it did.... and it's great! I use primers specifically to help cover pores and fine lines, and this did a great job - just the right amount of thickness, and smoothness for my 'over 40' face! May 21, 2008, 5:35 am

    4 of 4 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 1.0

    Shiny and smelly

    by elena62 (91 reviews)
    Top 500 Reviewer
    I do not care for products with a strong smell, this has a stinky odor and makes my skin Very shiny, even after foundation and powder application. If i could rate this a zero i would. April 11, 2008, 12:50 pm

    4 of 5 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 8.0

    Great

    by Donnnalee (1 review)
    I was really surprised at all the negative reviews, I think this primer is great. I t did not smell went on smoothly only used a small pea size amount. I have combination skin and my makeup lasted all day. Also used with mineral makeup haven't tried it with liquid foundation. February 25, 2009, 11:40 am

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 10.0

    Love, love, love this stuff!!!

    by bbboomer (12 reviews)
    All the negative revues made me do a double-take to verify this is the one item in my "must haves" cosmetics bag. It definitely enables my makeup to apply smoothly. One caveat, I do have very, very dry skin and so that may be why it works for me. When using other moisturizers/primers (ranging from the "very e...xpensive" to drugstore variety) my foundation tends to "ball up". With this primer, it applies smoothly, leaving a luminous (not shiny) effect which helps minimize the appearance of fine lines. This product also helps my foundation stay smooth and in place all day long. Great value and packaged appropriately in opaque tube. January 29, 2009, 10:17 am

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 6.0

    Really is for 40+

    by happiusa (14 reviews)
    I agree that it left my skin shiny and didn't really act like other primers I've used. However, these primers are geared towards 40+ women and my clients with drier, more mature skin did have good results with this product. It may just be best as age defying for drier skins. August 24, 2008, 4:53 pm

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 6.0

    Alright but you get what you pay for here

    by beautyguru_24_7 (234 reviews)
    Top 100 ReviewerTrusted Review
    I was disappointed in this product. It feels like a thick serum, and I don't like the texture it leaves after you blend it in. It may slightly fill in your pores but to me it's just not worthy of being called a primer. I would do your research and sample some of the pricier primers if you want a performing product. July 8, 2008, 1:55 pm

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 1.0

    sorry

    by dharve03 (55 reviews)
    Top 500 Reviewer
    this product doesn't really deliver any noticable results, nor did it make my foundation go on any smoother, what a waste of money. April 20, 2008, 6:48 pm

    1 of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Attributes

  • Primer type: Face primer
  • Line-reducing: Yes

  • Manufacturer's Product Description

  • Age Defying Instant Firming Face Primers firm and smooth your skin for the optimal makeup application. Infused with BotafirmŽ, a patented* line-inhibiting botanical and hexapeptide complex.   The Normal/Combination formula contains a skin-balancing blend of oil-control ingredients and skin moisturizing anti-oxidants that keep skin looking radiant. The Dry formula contains a moisture-rich blend of emollients and vitamins to keep skin hydrated.   To Use: Apply after your moisturizer and before you favorite Age Defying foundation. Smooth a few drops all over your face, blending from the center outward.

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