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This mattifying moisturiser is the key to long-lasting makeup

Here’s what our SUPERcrew had to say about this pore-refining moisturiser

By Briar Clark

BeautyCrew Junior Beauty Writer / October 14 2019

Here’s what our SUPERcrew had to say about this pore-refining moisturiser

By Briar Clark

BeautyCrew Junior Beauty Writer / October 14 2019

The product

There’s nothing worse than realising that your favourite moisturiser doesn’t play well with your makeup, and you’ve lost half of your foundation to an oil slick on your face come lunchtime.

What you need is a mattifying moisturiser that forms the perfect base for makeup.

Bioderma’s Sebium Mat Control delivers a long-lasting matte finish that preps skin perfectly for makeup by smoothing skin and minimising the appearance of enlarged pores, without drying out skin.

Our panel of SUPERcrew members put this product to the test:

The panel

Beauty Crew sent Bioderma Sebium Mat Control to our SUPERcrew – a panel of 50 members who are the most diligent reviewers on our site (find out what it takes to become a SUPERcrew member here).

The lowdown

Here’s what the SUPERcrew loved about Bioderma Sebium Mat Control.

How it eliminated shine without drying out skin: Reviewers really loved how the moisturiser helped eliminate shine and control oil throughout the day without drying out their skin or causing flaking like other mattifying formulas they’d tried.

How it increased the longevity of their makeup: Our members were very impressed by how the moisturiser primed their skin, with many saying their complexion appeared smoother and their makeup lasted longer throughout the day.

The way it tightened pores: SUPERcrew members said they noticed a considerable improvement in the appearance of their pores, with some reviewers experiencing a reduction in blackheads and whiteheads, too.

The verdict

“I can go a good 3-4 hours without any blotting or touch ups. Even then, when my face oils surface, it is significantly less than when I don't use this Mat Control moisturiser. And the best part is that my skin feels hydrated, never dry, tight or taut.”

J C

SUPERcrew Member

“It really does tighten and blur the look of pores, and for someone who tends to favour a dewy finish, I really love the velvety look I get from using this. I’ve had no issues with using it alone or under makeup (zero pilling), it feels wonderful on my skin (not heavy, greasy, or drying) and I enjoy the mild fragrance.”

Lucrecia

SUPERcrew Member

“By the end of the first day of putting the moisturiser to work, I was incredibly impressed. My makeup was still in place, mascara included (this almost NEVER happens) and there was zero shine, which again almost never happens due to my hormonal, acne-prone, combination skin type.”

Sinead

SUPERcrew Member

Like the sound of this matte moisturiser? Read more Bioderma Sebium Mat Control reviews.

Have you tried Bioderma Sebium Mat Control? Share your thoughts and experiences with us in the comments below.

The products for this SUPERcrew have been provided by Bioderma to Pacific Magazines’ BEAUTYcrew for the purpose of trial and review by SUPERcrew members.

*This average star rating is based on 45 reviews and is correct as of 14/10/2019

Main image credit: Sevak Babakhani

Briar Clark

Briar was a Beauty Crew intern before she joined the crew full time in 2019 as a Beauty Assistant, and as a Junior Beauty Writer as of 2020. She is a self-professed skin care obsessive, always on the hunt for the perfect mascara, and can't go past a Fenty lipgloss.