It's summer and baby it's hot outside.. I know that everyone wants a healthy glow but do you ever find that you are just a little too shiny? Well, if you answered yes then it might mean that if you can't get matte on your own then you might want to look into mattifiers, they are super ease to use and keep your skin looking healthy and matte.. I am not talking the matte like a porcelain doll but matte that is healthy and polished.. Matte looks great with a tan, no tan and not matter what your skin tone.. Here are some great mattifiers we have found that are worth looking into...

Dermelect Cosmeceuticals Pore Revolution And T Zone Mattifier $28.00 by Dermelect at SkinStore
Dermelect Pore Revolution and T-Zone Mattifier is a revolutionary, powdery cream that works instantly to control shine and reduce large, clogged pores resulting in fresh, pure, matte skin with a velvety-soft feel. Specifically developed for the midface and T-zone areas. Salicylic acid stimulates cellular turnover and penetrates pores to sweep away blockage while watercress extract helps clarify the skin. Natural soothers such as willow leaf extract calm even the most irritant prone skins. Pores are tightened and refined while the T-Zone area becomes matted. Excellent for all skin types.

Smashbox Anti-Shine $27.00 by Smashbox at Sephora
Inspired by the hot lights of Hollywood's most glamorous photo shoots, this remarkably cool and refreshing Anti-Shine powder-gel formula sets Smashbox apart from the rest. Perfectly designed to afford a natural-looking, long-lasting matte finish while absorbing surface shine.

Cover FX 'Clear Prep FX' Matte Foundation Primer & AntiAcne Treatment $39.00 at Nordstrom
This dermatologist-tested, lightweight gel is an 'anti-shine' primer to reduce lines and pores, and ease blending and extend wear. Helps prevent and heal acne blemishes. Dermaveil-Matte Technology lends an instant mattifying effect, while a breathable skin-smoothing veil blurs lines and pores. Mineral silica microsponges absorb excess sebum. Gentle antibacterial and cell exfoliator clarifies skin. ACNet-Peptide Complex helps healing of blemishes and regulates sebum balance in both dry and oily areas. How to use: Use clean fingers or foundation brush to apply all over the face. Use alone as a face or spot treatment or under desired foundation texture.
OC Eight Professional Mattifying Gel $41.00 by OC Eight at DERMAdoctor
Dermatologist Trusted: Traditional facial shine control products tend to dry out the skin or simply cover-up the shine. These are short-term solutions that do not provide reliable results. OC Eight is formulated with ACRYSORB® micro-particles that are designed to continuously absorb excess facial oil as quickly as it is produced. Make-up Artist Approved: OC Eight gives make-up that "just applied" look throughout the day. Make-up artists to the stars love OC Eight's long lasting benefits to keep make-up looking fresh from the big screen to the small screen and even on the red carpet! Keep your make-up looking Hollywood flawless with OC Eight!

Peter Thomas Roth Anti-Shine Mattifying Gel $35.00 by Peter Thomas Roth at Sephora
A fast-acting mattifying gel that controls and absorbs excess oil and perspiration on contact while minimizing pores. What it is formulated to do: This formula eliminates oiliness and shine without stripping the skin's natural moisture. It instantly reduces the appearance of large pores for a flawless-looking complexion and helps makeup stay fresh longer, creating a clear, satiny, matte finish, without a hint of cakiness.
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