When over 48,000 people are raving about a $7 primer, you need to check it out

We love a good primer. From celeb favorites to slightly pricier, high-quality picks, there's nothing like finding a product that helps create a flawless canvas onto which you can work your makeup magic — or simply enjoy a bare and beautiful look for the day. But what if we told you there's one primer that not only helps to minimize pores and smooth out imperfections but also costs less than the price of a medium iced latte? Yep, it's true: Meet Maybelline Baby Skin Instant Pore Eraser Primer, a reviewer-beloved beauty essential that'll set you back just $7 on Amazon.

Why is this a good deal? 💰

This primer is just 7 bucks — yowza. Even at full price ($8) this stuff would be a steal; at this price it's practically grand larceny!

Why do I need this? 🤔

As you can probably tell from its name, the Maybelline Baby Skin Instant Pore Eraser Primer especially targets one skin imperfection — enlarged pores — and works to almost "blur" their appearance, applying like a face cream and creating a smooth, soft surface on which to apply makeup (or to leave bare for a radiant, fresh-faced look!). It'll help you look matte and moisturized all day, too.

One effusive reviewer called it the "equivalent of buying an Instagram filter for your face," adding that it can help give you the appearance of "teenager skin." That makes us feel very heart-eyes emoji — especially considering the super-low price.

What reviewers say 💬

Nearly 49,000 Amazon reviewers have given Maybelline Baby Skin Instant Pore Eraser Primer a fresh-faced five-star rating, with many praising the product's positive effects on the appearance of skin and its functionality as a makeup primer. And would you believe over 7,000 were bought in just the past month?

Pros 👍

One reviewer raved, "This works!! It makes a world of difference when you apply before makeup, and you can wear it alone!! It does blur out your pores immediately! Will use it as long as they are making it."

"I read recommendations of primers on a budget, and this was among the best-reviewed, so I decided to try it on and immediately fell in love with it," said another user. "The texture is soft and hydrating, and you need just a little dot of product to cover the entire face."

One devotee dubbed the primer a "10/10," adding, "This is the best thing for pores I have used. It’s inexpensive and works as advertised. You just need a small drop and it’s enough to cover your whole face. My skin feels so soft after using it. I look in the mirror and instantly my skin looks flawless."

A "5+ stars" fan proclaimed, "Best primer on the market. I have tried so many, but this one I will use forever. It absorbs well and makes your skin as soft as a baby. I use it on hands and arms for smooth softness. Often mix it with my base coat before applying."

Cons 👎

Some reviewers didn't love the slight size of the primer. "It works like magic, making pores seemingly disappear. However, it's important to note that the packaging is quite small, so it may run out faster than expected, especially if used daily," noted one.

Another customer added, "Works great on my skin, and I am older. Gave it four stars just because it is super small."

If you have Amazon Prime, you’ll get free shipping, of course. Not yet a member? No problem. You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here. (And by the way, those without Prime still get free shipping on orders of $35 or more.)

The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.

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