Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Original Pore Minimizing Face Primer – 0.75oz, Cream for Combination Skin
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The product has garnered mixed feedback from guests, with many expressing disappointment over a recent formula change that has affected its effectiveness in minimizing pores. While some guests appreciate its smooth application and ability to create a matte finish, others miss the previous version that worked better for their skin. Despite the concerns, many guests still find it useful for achieving a flawless makeup look and recommend it for its texture and performance.
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4.4 out of 5 stars with 11312 reviews
66% would recommend
33 recommendations
1 out of 5 stars
25 July, 2026
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
HORRIBLE new formula!
I agree with all the reviews that say this new formula is horrible! I'd give it a "0" if I could. It's so greasy and thin and accentuates my pores instead of masking them. This used to be my favorite primer and would not go without. I will be looking for another product to replace this if benefit does not bring back the old formula. SO DISAPPOINTED!
1 out of 5 stars
22 July, 2026
originally posted on http://www.benefitcosmetics.com
Please bring the old product back!!!
the old formula worked so good i would use it everyday. This new one is AWFUL so awful definitely not the same please go back to the old one im begging.
1 out of 5 stars
16 July, 2026
originally posted on http://www.benefitcosmetics.co.uk/
Best to worst
Like many others, I thought the different look was just a packaging update. The new formula is nothing like my favourite primer used to be. It's thinner and feels oily on my skin, makes my face shiny halfway through the day and my makeup looks like it is melting - literally sliding off my face. Gutted because I loved the old formula so much!
1 out of 5 stars
15 July, 2026
originally posted on http://www.benefitcosmetics.com
Pore professinal primer
I have just run out of the primer. After reading all the negative reviews, I will not buy anymore. I love the original one. Like everyone is saying "Why would you change a perfect product".
1 out of 5 stars
14 July, 2026
originally posted on http://www.benefitcosmetics.co.uk/
Changed ingredients!!
This 'improved' product in the different packaging is not the same as the original that I have been using for years as a loyal customer. This is awful stuff & doesn't give the same flawless finish. I contacted Benefit & they said they changed ingredients due to environmental reasons?! It should be listed as a different product as it is deceiving by the fact it's the same name but a different product. No idea what I'm going to use now but it won't be this.
5 out of 5 stars
11 July, 2026
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Definitely a Winner
The product is great and provides great coverage under makeup. Hides those lines, creases and wrinkles!
5 out of 5 stars
11 July, 2026
originally posted on http://www.benefitcosmetics.com
The best
I've spent a small fortune on pore minimizers. This by far is the best and really works. I wear alone. Love, love, love 💘
1 out of 5 stars
10 July, 2026
originally posted on http://www.benefitcosmetics.com
New formula is garbage
"The POREfessional you know & love—new look!" How is this not false advertizing? I wouldn't have gaslit myself for months into thinking I was just having a bad skin phase and it couldn't be a problem with the "same" primer I'd been using for years if the display in the store hadn't been so insistent that the only thing that had changed about this was the packaging art. How can you claim it's the same primer I knew if it's been reformulated and it has a different (and noticeably worse) effect? Not sure I'll repurchase even if you do change the formula back. There's gotta be another primer out there that will work similarly and won't try to trick their consumers.
1 out of 5 stars
9 July, 2026
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Formula change
I was about to repurchase this but heard thr formual changed and it now sucks
1 out of 5 stars
5 July, 2026
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Company confirmed formula changed (not a good change)
The new formula is terrible. It does not glide on like previous formula - it is gunky and cakey. I tried the product in the new packaging hoping it was just updated packaging. I have been using the original POREfessional pore minimizing primer for YEARS and loved it. The new formula is truly awful. I emailed the company and received this reply, "We'd like to inform you that the product was reformulated to meet beauty industry regulations. We have forwarded your feedback to our product development team for further consideration." If you have used this product prior to new packaging and do not like the new formula - please go to the Benefit cosmetic website and drop them an email. They have got to do better than this garbage replacement!!
1 out of 5 stars
3 July, 2026
originally posted on http://www.benefitcosmetics.com
Do not buy
I recently ran out of the old formula of Pore Professional and used the new product today. It is awful. Does not make your skin as smooth as the old formula and as soon as I put powder on it clumped all over my face. I will be returning it.
1 out of 5 stars
3 July, 2026
originally posted on http://www.benefitcosmetics.co.uk/
The new formula is awful
I have used the original POREfessional primer for years. Loved it! Best primer by far in my opinion. This reformulation is awful by comparison. I assumed it was simply new artwork on the packaging rather than a different formulation and made the mistake of buying my usual large size! It pills, it's thick and difficult to spread. Just so disappointing. Why did you change an excellent product??
1 out of 5 stars
29 June, 2026
originally posted on http://www.benefitcosmetics.com
Let me know when yall go back to the old formula!
Why would any company change a formula for a product that literally everyone that used it, loved?? Whoever yall hired for this decision should be fired. The new stuff sucks. Go back to the old formula. Broadcast it please, as I subscribe. I'm running low, so don't take too long to Thanks
5 out of 5 stars
27 June, 2026
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
I would buy this product again.
I find it works best if you sort of dab it in .
1 out of 5 stars
18 June, 2026
originally posted on http://www.benefitcosmetics.com
EEHH Another Badly Changed Product
This is not the first product that Benefit has changed from something wonderful to something that is worse than not using it at all. It is a different product completely and not the same - it's greasy and makes my face break out. I have about 15 new pimples a day after using the new product. I was done with it after 5 days. It's in the trash!
5 out of 5 stars
16 June, 2026
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
Just right!
It's summer-time in LA and I needed a primer that can keep up with the heat, the sometime-y marine layer and random humidity while not letting my skin get too oily or too dry. I feel that this does all of the things. It's not too heavy but not too light. I feel that it's sufficient for multiple seasons, but I will say that I have noticed that when it is more humid that my face tends to get a little oily using this product. For reference, I use this with Ilia skin tint or Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer and it holds my makeup in place all day while giving my a smooth finish and hiding my large pores.
5 out of 5 stars
7 June, 2026
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com
POREfessional Pore Minimizing Primer always!
This is hands down the best primer I have ever used. It allows your makeup to look flawless!
1 out of 5 stars
6 June, 2026
originally posted on http://www.benefitcosmetics.com
New formula isn't good
I loved the old formula, it went on smoothly. This new formula clumps off. It's no good.
1 out of 5 stars
5 June, 2026
originally posted on http://www.benefitcosmetics.com
Why would you do this?!
This new formula is terrible. I went through 3 pages of recent reviews and it's all loyal customers who are highly disappointed in the new formula because it's absolute trash. DO NOT BUY
1 out of 5 stars
2 June, 2026
originally posted on http://www.benefitcosmetics.co.uk/
What on Earth has happened to this???
I've used this product for many many years. It was the best at masking pores and my foundation went on smoothly. Really did just airbrush my skin perfectly and could go without foundation even. Now it's loose, greasy, gloopy and not fit for purpose. My foundation won't apply well anymore. It just slides off 🙁. I bought the full size version from another retailer and thought I'd been scammed! I complained to them but they wouldn't uphold it as "no one else had an issue". I bought another, half size one, from Boots as I knew it would be the genuine article had I been scammed and am gutted to find it's exactly the same 🙁. No idea what to use next. All other products didn't come anywhere close but now ….?! What a waste of my money. Gutted. Wish I'd looked at the reviews before parting with more money. No idea if they will revert to the formula from before but won't be parting with any more money to try again. So disappointed. This was a 5* product before.