Using Hectorite Gels in Face Primers

Regarding your questions about using Hectorite Oil Gel and Hectorite Silicone Gel in face primers and concerns about pore clogging:

Both Hectorite Oil Gel and Hectorite Silicone Gel can indeed be used in face primer formulations. These gels are designed to create a gel texture and, importantly, help suspend pigments and powders evenly in makeup products like primers.

Regarding pore clogging, ingredients like Isododecane, LipidSoft Lite, and Cyclomethicone, which are common bases for these Hectorite gels, are generally considered lightweight and non-comedogenic. They are less likely to clog pores compared to heavier oils.

Specifically, Hectorite Oil Gel is compatible with non-polar or less-polar oils such as LipidSoft Lite and Isododecane. You can use Hectorite Oil Gel with a base of LipidSoft Lite or Isododecane to create your desired primer texture.

The choice between an oil-based primer (using Hectorite Oil Gel with a suitable oil base) and a silicone-based primer (using Hectorite Silicone Gel with a silicone base like Cyclomethicone) often depends on the desired feel and finish. Silicone-based primers are sometimes favored for their ability to help makeup adhere better to the skin, as many makeup pigments are coated with silicone.

In summary, both types of Hectorite gels are suitable for face primers, are generally not associated with pore clogging when used with appropriate bases like LipidSoft Lite, Isododecane, or Cyclomethicone, and can help create a smooth base that holds pigments well.