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As we get older, skin can start showing more and more visible irregularities, like enlarged or enflamed pores, uneven tones and textures and, ugh, oiliness. Luckily, there are products that can make an immediate difference in these issues — one of our faves is the Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner Cream, a top-rated Amazon fan favorite that's currently on sale now for just $21, down from $26.
Reviewers rave that this pore shrinker gives them an 'all-day matte finish' and works well as a makeup primer.
Thanks to a recent price drop, this pore refiner cream is down to $21 (from $26). That's the best price since October Prime Day — and much, much more reasonable than an expensive in-office skin treatment.
So, what does Sébium Pore Refiner do, exactly? Well, part of it is in the name — it's designed to tighten and refine enlarged pores, which is especially useful for oily or combination skin where pores can get clogged with oils, sebum, dirt and/or other external factors. Formulated with ingredients like salicylic acid, which penetrates the skin and dissolves dead skin cells that clog pores; glycerin, which hydrates and improves the skin barrier; and agaric acid, an astringent, the pore-refining serum helps regulate the production of sebum, which can help prevent breakouts and even out skin tone and texture. The brand's exclusive Fluidactive patented complex works to keep pores from becoming re-clogged, which helps significantly reduce the appearance of larger pores.
Reviewers especially rave that the serum works right away to reduce the visibility of pores and lasts all day without the need for re-application, giving makeup a great base on which to set, versus the typical primer, which may not help with actually improving the look of skin and pores.
Over 6,500 Amazon shoppers have given the Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner Cream a flawless five-star rating, with many highlighting the immediate difference seen after using it and how much better their pores look with consistent use.
"Gives me an all-day matte finish," marveled one reviewer. "I have had an oily face as long as I can remember. I'm now in my early 60s and haven't found anything that works. This product actually prevents and soaks up the oil. By the end of the day, my face has a dewy glow and is not an oily mess. It helps my foundation stay on and not melt off, but also looks good when used alone."
Another older user agreed: "I'm in my 60's and have large pores on my nose. Nothing seemed to work. I ordered this and was quite impressed with it. Each day my nose is looking better."
"This is by far the best primer I have tried for oily more mature skin! I’m in my mid-40s, have fine lines and extremely oily skin," confessed a shopper. "Patted this on as a makeup primer before my foundation. It has kept the oil at bay for the whole day! Also helps my makeup not separate and look weird throughout the day."
A final fan shared, "I absolutely love this product!! I’m 50 and suffer from some acne and somewhat larger pores on my nose. [Pore Refiner] tightens the skin, helps remove blemishes and IS NOT greasy whatsoever. "
Some shoppers noted that the cream "could be drying if you do not have oily skin," and works best on oilier or combination skin.
Another customer added, "The only reason for one star off is that I think it congested my pores a little and I had to back off using it daily."
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
