*Introduction* I am one of many unlucky people that suffer from the 'shiny face' look. No matter what foundation or powder I put on my face, I always seem to have a shiny face in particular my forehead by eleven am. I cannot begin to express how frustrating I find this which is why I bought No 7 Shine Free Make Up Base in the hope that it would eradicate this problem. *The Claim* To keep shiny skin under control all day long. The mattifying oil-free base has light reflecting particles which help disguise fine lines and flaws. *About the Product* No 7 Shine Free Make Up Base contains oil absorbing Biopol which ...  Read the complete review

When I was younger, I found the skin on my face was quite oily and so when wearing any kind of foundation I would swish some translucent powder over the top to help prevent the oily shine that would appear as the day went on. I would carry this with me to apply when necessary and although it helped, it wasn't a complete solution. As I get older, I find I now have combination skin which is slowly easing towards increasing dry areas appearing on my face, although I still have a problem with oily patches appearing on my nose and small areas on my cheeks and chin. I have tried many foundations and used powders and bronzers to try and keep the oily patches at bay ...  Read the complete review

I have a great interest and passion when it comes to make up and enjoy experimenting with different looks and I often enjoy spending a lot of time using my make up so it becomes frustrating and disappointing when I find myself having to re-apply my make up due to my oily skin. Admittedly when I first purchased no7's shine free make up base a couple of years ago; my skin was significantly oilier than it is this current day but I still have issues with greasy and shiny skin that makes me look grim by the end of the day. I am a full time art student and I do not find the time during my working hours to sit and re-do my make up and even if I did find the time to do so - ...  Read the complete review

I have suffered from a shiny t zone for years now. I actively sought to combat it by using specific face washes for oily skin and moisturisers but nothing worked. As soon as I applied foundation my skin would always look very shiny in the t zone area and I couldn't always pass it off as 'radiance.' When the weather would be really hot, my face would sweat and I would have to dab my skin with my hand all day. This would get really embarrassing if I was on public transport or with people. Coming across this primer was pure chance. I was browsing the no7 counter at boots as there was a 3 for 2 offer on. I saw the shine free primer and new I had to have it. The ...  Read the complete review

A brother recently got married and I desparately wanted to look the part of older but still cool sister! Now I could just about wing it in most areas but both my makeup skills and my end result has never been satisfactory. I have very sensitive skin, T-zone, prone to break outs, shineyness... are you getting the picture? Despite buying good quality makeup and applying it well short fail of caking it on like Jodie Marsh I never achieved that flawless complexion, more flawed to be honest. I was informed by a friend that if i found a good primer this would help me lots with a good even tone, that hopefully would last the wears and tears of a summer wedding. So after ...  Read the complete review