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MAKE UP FOR EVERStep 1 shine control - Mattifying primer
Control the shine of your combination to oily skin with our new mattifying base that leaves a velvet finish.
The new mattifying base SHINE CONTROL STEP 1 PRIMER instantly absorbs oil to control shine and refines skin texture for a matte and velvety finish.
The result ? a matified skin with a velvety finish for 20h(1)
The powers of its new formula:
- Mineral clay: known for its absorbent properties, it helps control excess sebum for a silky matte finish.
- A texture rich in water and glycols: contributes to the comfort of the skin and its continuous hydration.
NEW STEP 1, WE'VE GOT YOUR BACK. ANY SKIN TYPE. ANY SKIN TONE. ALL DAY.
Co-created with our pros, new STEP 1 Primers is the most inclusive(2) range of primers offering a correction for all skin types, all skin tones and that lasts all day long (up to 24H(3)).
The application of a STEP 1 Primer is the first essential step in your make-up routine: easier application and better hold of your foundation for an optimal result.
Take your makeup to the next level!
20H MATTIFYING EFFECT
TEST IN USE(2)
FORMULA
The formula is comfortable 86%
RESULTS (PRIMER ONLY)
The skin is mattified 93%
Oiliness and shines are erased 90%
The skin is smoothed 83%
The product gives a natural matte finish 83%
Refines the skin texture 79%
RESULTS (PRIMER + FOUNDATION)
The makeup result is more uniform 97%
The makeup application is easier 90%
The complexion is matiffying 90%
RESULTS OVER TIME
The makeup last longer with the product than without 86%
The makeup seems fresher all day long 86%
* Instrumental test on 20 subjets
** Tested on 29 Caucasian Women - Phototype I to V
The new mattifying base SHINE CONTROL STEP 1 PRIMER instantly absorbs oil to control shine and refines skin texture for a matte and velvety finish.
The result ? a matified skin with a velvety finish for 20h(1)
The powers of its new formula:
- Mineral clay: known for its absorbent properties, it helps control excess sebum for a silky matte finish.
- A texture rich in water and glycols: contributes to the comfort of the skin and its continuous hydration.
NEW STEP 1, WE'VE GOT YOUR BACK. ANY SKIN TYPE. ANY SKIN TONE. ALL DAY.
Co-created with our pros, new STEP 1 Primers is the most inclusive(2) range of primers offering a correction for all skin types, all skin tones and that lasts all day long (up to 24H(3)).
The application of a STEP 1 Primer is the first essential step in your make-up routine: easier application and better hold of your foundation for an optimal result.
Take your makeup to the next level!
(1)20h Mattifying effect, instrumental test on 20 subjects
(2)at MAKE UP FOR EVER
(3)24 hours of hold except on the SHINE CONTROL base which offers 20 hours of matte result, instrumental test on a minimum of 10 subjects
Directions
STEP 1 Primers are applied on moisturized skin, before make-up.
You have an oily or combination skin that is shiny ?
1. Hydrate your skin with Step 1 HYDRA BOOSTER Primer to soften it and bring radiance.
2. Mattify your skin with Step 1 SHINE CONTROL Primer by applying it locally on the shiny areas using your fingers or with our Concealer Brush #176.
If you have oily skin, apply the base to the entire face using foundation brush #108 or #106.
3. Unify your complexion with your foundation by tapping on the previously corrected areas to avoid removing the correction.
PRO TIP: touch up your shine areas during the day by gently dabbing the mattifying primer on you forehead, nose and chin. Quick and easy!
Complete routine :
1. Prepare your complexion with the new STEP 1 Primers
2. Unify with your foundation
3. Correct with your concealer
4. Fix with Mist & Fix
Test results
CLINICAL TEST(1):20H MATTIFYING EFFECT
TEST IN USE(2)
FORMULA
The formula is comfortable 86%
RESULTS (PRIMER ONLY)
The skin is mattified 93%
Oiliness and shines are erased 90%
The skin is smoothed 83%
The product gives a natural matte finish 83%
Refines the skin texture 79%
RESULTS (PRIMER + FOUNDATION)
The makeup result is more uniform 97%
The makeup application is easier 90%
The complexion is matiffying 90%
RESULTS OVER TIME
The makeup last longer with the product than without 86%
The makeup seems fresher all day long 86%
* Instrumental test on 20 subjets
** Tested on 29 Caucasian Women - Phototype I to V
Ingredients
AQUA (WATER) , MAGNESIUM ALUMINUM SILICATE , PENTYLENE GLYCOL , PARFUM (FRAGRANCE) , TOCOPHERYL ACETATE , CHLORPHENESIN , LEPIDIUM MEYENII ROOT EXTRACT , MALTODEXTRIN , LACTIC ACID.""
This list of ingredients may be subject to change, please consult the packaging of the product purchased.
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Rated 5 out of
5
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Marwa from
Fave primer
I bought this long ago, tried it and fell in love from the first time, quick absorbing cream and long lasting action my makeup stays in place when i use it it hides my texture and the ingredients are good
Date published: 2025-09-04
Rated 3 out of
5
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Rebecca from
Not the dream, but pretty good
My makeup still shifts on my face. I have combination skin and was really hoping for something that kept everything in place. It does do a lot better than most primers though. It can feel quite drying straight on the skin so really recommend a decent moisturiser underneath.
Date published: 2025-04-17
Rated 5 out of
5
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IRINA from
Game changing
I have probably the oiliest skin in the world, and was on the lookout for a powder because all the most highly rated powders still did nothing to control the oiliness, then I saw someone post about this. Tried it for the first time and made the mistake of using loads and then a brush to apply foundation, this led to basically what I imagine applying foundation feels like on extremely dry skin. But now that I know how to use it (small amounts, oily areas only, foundation applied with a sponge or a more dewy foundation) it's literally unreal. The only thing I have found with which after 6+ hours I don't look like an oily mess ! 10/10
Date published: 2024-07-14
Rated 5 out of
5
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Highlit from
A mattifying primer that actually works!
This is a brilliant mattifying primer! I have very oily skin and this is the only product I have found - and believe me I've tried many - that keeps its promises and stops me looking like I've rubbed lard on my face by lunchtime. This gives me a lovely soft-looking glowy complexion instead. There used to be several other mattifying primers (made by other companies) that did the trick but they have either had the formula "improved" so it no longer works or have been discontinued. MUFE Shine Control is my lifeline!
Date published: 2024-02-25
Rated 1 out of
5
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Aimee from
Looks horrible under foundation.
Feels very sticky on the skin and when I put my foundation on, the primer underneath starts crumbling off. This makes it very hard to blend my foundation, and It ends up looking patchy. Wouldn’t buy this again.
Date published: 2023-09-07
Rated 5 out of
5
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Zikitta from
Love this! Must have!
My fav primer and only primer that I use when I wear make up. Only a little is needed as it is very potent a little will give you a nice natural look. Abit more may allow more mattifying if preferred.
Love this , have been using for many years before the product look was changed.
Also- the only primer I can use on my sensitive skin
Date published: 2022-10-17
Rated 1 out of
5
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Iz from
Not worth your money
Don’t bother, still shiny no difference at all
Date published: 2022-08-13
Rated 4 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Mmm ok
I like this but sometimes it can make my makeup set abit weird, i think maybe because its so matte, so i tend to use it when im not wearing any foundation and it works really well at keeping my oily face at bay lol
Date published: 2022-05-29
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