This cream is designed for combination to oily skin with visible pores. You'll find it in the day cream category, but it does more than a typical day cream. Here are the key features:

• Pores instantly look smaller
• Skin shines less throughout the day
• Works as a Matter base under makeup
• Light texture that absorbs quickly
• Contains salicylic acid to keep pores clear
• Suitable for both T-zone and the whole face
• Can be used daily as skin care

1. Cleanse your face thoroughly and pat dry.
2. Optionally apply serum and let it absorb.
3. Evenly apply a small amount of Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner combination/oily skin - 30ml over your face. Focus on the T-zone if you mainly struggle with shine there.
4. Allow the cream to absorb before continuing your routine.
5. Then apply sunscreen or proceed directly with your makeup.

A good cleanse is the foundation of everything. The Sébium H2O Purifying Cleansing Micellar Water is a natural first step: it cleanses your skin gently but thoroughly and is specially formulated for oily and blemish-prone skin, ensuring the Pore Refiner works at its best.

Your skin feels less shiny immediately and pores stand out less. This instant effect comes from silica and tiny polymer beads in the formula. They absorb excess oil and form a smoothing film over your skin, similar to how a primer works.

Salicylic acid offers long-term results: it penetrates pores, loosens dead skin cells and helps prevent blockages. This not only makes pores look smaller but also keeps them clearer over time.

The patented Fluidactiv complex from Bioderma improves sebum quality so it oxidises less quickly and clogs pores less. Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner combination/oily skin - 30ml is one of the few day creams that combines Mattering and pore care in one step.

This cream suits combination or oily skin with visible pores, blackheads, or a shiny T-zone best. If you have dry or sensitive skin, the Matterende effect may feel too strong and cause tightness or dryness, especially if you already use other acid-based products.

Many users with combination skin apply Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner combination/oily skin - 30ml only to the T-zone and use a hydrating cream on drier areas. Want more focus on oil control with extra hydration? The Sébium Mat Control Hydratant Anti-Brillance is a great alternative in the same line. Looking for a stronger BHA product purely for pore cleansing without a Matterende finish? Paula’s Choice 2% BHA Liquid might suit your routine better.

The instant effect is clear: your skin looks more even and pores stand out less. This is the optical effect of silica and silicones in the formula. Whether pores actually shrink long term varies per person. Many users see fewer visible pores on nose and cheeks after regular use, but the biggest benefit is shine control.

Yes, you can. Using Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner under makeup works well for many as a Matter base. The silicones create a smooth surface that makes foundation easier to apply and more even.

Note: some silicone-based foundations may pill on certain skin types, causing makeup to roll off in small balls. This depends on your foundation combo. Always let the cream absorb fully before applying makeup.

The entire Sébium line is designed for acne-prone, oily skin. Bioderma Sébium Pore Refiner combination/oily skin - 30ml helps keep pores clear and reduces shine, which makes a big difference with blemishes. Have active pimples or severe acne? Consult a dermatologist to see if the Pore Refiner fits in your routine or if you should start with a cleanser like the Sébium H2O Purifying Cleansing Micellar Water.

Want to care for the rest of your skin too? Check out the full range for oily skin.

Aqua/Water/Eau, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Dipropylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Fomes Officinalis (Mushroom) Extract, Sodium Polyacrylate, Paraffinum Liquidum/Mineral Oil/Huile Minerale, Silica, Pentylene Glycol, Trideceth‑6, 1, 2‑Hexanediol, C30‑45 Alkyl CeTearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Lauryl Peg/Ppg‑18/18 Methicone, Disodium Edta, Salicylic Acid, Xylitol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Peg/Ppg‑18/18 Dimethicone, Fructooligosaccharides, Mannitol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Dodecyl Gallate, Rhamnose, Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract, Citric Acid, Fragrance (Parfum)

We recommend always checking the ingredient list on the packaging before use for the most accurate info. Product improvements may mean the ingredients listed here differ from those on the package.