MAKE UP FOR EVER
(Restocking) Make Up For Ever Step 1 Primer (Pore Minimizer), 15ml
(Restocking) Make Up For Ever Step 1 Primer (Pore Minimizer), 15ml
@cosme rating: 5.0/7.0
A multi-functional makeup primer that leads to the ideal finish
✓ 100% authentic
✓ Ships from Japan in 3-5 days
✓ Duties prepaid for US orders
✓ Tracked delivery via Japan Post
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What it is
This mini-sized base is convenient for carrying around. Introducing a multi-functional makeup base that corrects all skin types, tones, and concerns, all day long. Its skin-specific problem correction and color control achieve the perfect makeup finish. Formulated with ginseng extract* to moisturize and balance the skin. *Lepidium meyenii root extract (skin conditioning ingredient). Addresses unevenness, shine, and dryness. This triple-functional makeup base: Shine Control controls excess sebum, preventing shine and maintaining moisture. It improves foundation application and makeup wear. Pore Minimizer: Covers pores and fine lines, leaving the skin smooth and soft. Hydra Booster: Instantly moisturizes, preventing dryness and leaving skin soft and firm.
Ingredients
How to use
Use after skin care and before makeup. Apply an appropriate amount quickly with your fingertips.
We ship internationally from Japan!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this authentic?
Yes. We only buy from official retailers and directly from the brands here in Japan. Never resellers, never grey market stock.
We are beauty lovers too, so we know the worry, especially with something you are putting on your face. Authenticity is 100% guaranteed by us.
What are your shipping rates?
On orders under US$75, shipping is a flat US$20 to the United States and US$10 to all other countries.
Orders of US$75 or more ship free, applied automatically at checkout. Your exact shipping cost is shown before you pay.
How long does delivery take?
These estimates are for International Airmail (Tracked) and include 3 to 5 business days of processing in Japan.
- United States: 12 to 15 business days
- Canada, United Kingdom, France, Germany: 9 to 12 business days
- Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, Finland, India, Indonesia, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland: 10 to 13 business days
- China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam: 8 to 10 business days
- Rest of the world: 11 to 18 business days
Actual delivery can be affected by customs clearance, seasonal congestion, or carrier delays in the destination country, all of which are outside our control.
Do you offer express shipping?
Yes. As of 22 July 2026, we offer International Express Mail through Japan Post. The cost is based on order weight and is calculated automatically at checkout.
Will I pay customs or import fees?
US orders: No. As of July 1, 2026, all US orders ship DDP (duties delivered prepaid), meaning we prepay all import duties on our end. Nothing is due at your door.
Orders outside the US: Possibly. Duties and import taxes are set by your local customs authority and are not collected at checkout, so any charges on delivery are your responsibility.
We're working on rolling out prepaid duties for more countries soon.
I have dry skin and wear heavy makeup, so I bought this to keep my makeup from coming off for about 18 hours. It did cause some pore wear around my cheeks, but it didn't cause any sticky makeup around my nose.
I have combination skin that tends to get oily just on my nose, so I was using Primavista's oil-blocking primer for extra-oily skin only on my nose, but it didn't seem to be very effective and my nose would get oily over time. I was looking for a different primer when I happened to see a YouTube video recommending this primer for extra-oily skin, so I bought the smaller size. It does get oily over time, but I think it's better than Primavista. And it reduces the appearance of pores, which is nice, since Primavista's bottles tend to drip and stain the underside of the lid, but this one has a firmer texture, so that's fine. The scent is quite strong, but since I only apply it to my nose, it's not that noticeable, probably because I only use a small amount. If there's nothing else that bothers me, I'll probably buy it again.
After application, it leaves a smooth finish and fills in the pores around the nose. I've been using the larger size for several years, but I still can't finish it, so I decided to buy the smaller one instead, considering the effect it might have on my skin. This size is great because it keeps my skin fresh.
I was intrigued by this product because makeup artists recommended it for people with oily skin, so I bought it. It doesn't contain zinc oxide, but I wasn't sure if pore-filling products would suit me, so I was glad they had a mini size. I first tried it without powder, and while it's hard to completely suppress shine, it did a great job. I was also impressed by how smooth it was from the moment I applied it! The color feels quite dark on the palm of your hand, but it blends well even on those with fair skin. Even after wiping it off with a tissue, my pores still look blurred and beautiful, and it's so smooth I can't help but touch it! I only needed about two grains of rice, so it will probably take a while to use it all up. This is another product I'm glad I recently bought!
Pores really do disappear, leaving smooth cheeks. Even in the evening, the coverage doesn't become sticky or come off. It has great coverage. Pores are well hidden, so the foundation blends smoothly into the skin and doesn't show any roughness. It doesn't seem to be suitable for all pores, as the effect is weaker on blackheads and clogged pores, and they only become softer. Even when the foundation peeled off from dawn to dusk, my skin felt smooth and silky to the touch, and it didn't come off, so it's very durable.