Suggested Primer Formulation

This formulation is inspired by the Benefit The Porefessional primer and designed to have a thick, paste-like consistency.

• Dimethicone: 20%
• Silicone Gel (Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer base): 65.4%
• ISONONYL ISONONANOATE: 5%
• Silica: 2%
• Isododecane: 2%
• Phenoxyethanol: 1%
• Polymethyl methacrylate: 1%
• Titanium Dioxide: 1% (Adjust amount based on desired opacity/whiteness)
• Tocopheryl Acetate: 0.1%
• Silicone Blender: 2% (Helps stabilize the silicone mixture)
• Fragrance, Mica, Iron Oxides (CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499), Limonene: Trace amounts (Add as needed for desired color and scent)

Notes on Formulation:

• The high percentage of Silicone Gel and Dimethicone are key to achieving the thick, paste-like texture you desire for tube packaging.
• Silicone Blender is included as recommended to improve the stability of the silicone blend and prevent separation over time.
• Silica and Polymethyl methacrylate contribute to the smooth feel and blurring effect, helping to minimize the appearance of pores.
• ISONONYL ISONONANOATE and Isododecane are emollients and solvents that help with the spreadability and feel of the primer.
• Titanium Dioxide provides some opacity and can help with brightening, adjust the percentage if you find it too whitening.
• Phenoxyethanol is a preservative.
• Tocopheryl Acetate is Vitamin E, an antioxidant.
• Fragrance, Mica, Iron Oxides, and Limonene are for aesthetic purposes (scent and color) and are used in small amounts.

Combine all ingredients and mix thoroughly until a homogeneous, thick paste is formed.