South Africa’s skincare darling, SKIN functional, has officially entered the makeup chat — and she came ready. Over the weekend, beauty insiders, influencers, and makeup artists gathered at The Forum in Johannesburg for the drop of the brand’s first-ever Primer Range — and let’s just say: your skin prep game will never be the same again.
The event was a glam-meets-science celebration, hosted in true SKIN functional style — complete with five sold-out masterclasses led by the legendary Raine Tauber, where beauty lovers got the first feel of these transformative, skin-loving primers. Spoiler: they do not play.
🎯 This is More Than Primer. It’s Skincare That Knows the Stage Is Set for Makeup.
Known for results-driven skincare backed by science, SKIN functional is bridging the gap between glow and glam — proving that your primer can (and should) work as hard as your serum. Each product in the new lineup delivers high-performance actives, luxurious textures, and targeted skin support… all while gripping your makeup like a pro.
“We’ve created formulas that don’t just make makeup look better—they make skin feel better too,” shares founder Shannon Dougall.
Whether you’re prepping for a power beat or a minimalist moment, there’s a primer here that’s tailored to your vibe, your skin needs, and your level of glow obsession.
✨ Meet the Primers You’re About to Obsess Over:
💧 Hydra Splash Primer – for dewy, drink-it-up hydration
Clear jelly. Instant plump. Longwear dew. Formulated with:
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Niacinamide for barrier boosting + brightening
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Polyglutamic Acid for next-level moisture
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Trimethylglycine to fight flakiness and dryness
🧴 This is glass skin in a bottle.
🌞 Illumination Glow Primer – for radiant, lit-from-within energy
Say goodbye to dull days. Hello:
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Sodium Hyaluronate to hydrate and smooth
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Humectants for hydration that lasts
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Orange Fruit Extract for energised, glowing skin
⚡ It’s the soft-focus filter you didn’t know your skin needed.
🪞 Perfection Primer – for blurred, flawless, filter-free skin
Transparent gel. Airbrush finish. Pore-less perfection with:
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Silica for oil control and matte magic
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Aloe Leaf Extract to calm and hydrate while you slay
🙌 Imagine FaceTune… but IRL.
☀️ Sunkiss Primer SPF50 – for skin protection + real radiance
Sunblock meets skin prep with:
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Broad-spectrum UVA/UVB filters
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Ginger Extract + Bisabolol for soothing, anti-inflammatory effects
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Lactobacillus Ferment for microbiome and barrier support
🌤️ It’s your SPF, serum, and glow grip — all in one.
🧵 Velvet Corrector Primer – for a plush, matte finish
Think velvet skin, refined pores, and all-day smoothness with:
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Aloe Leaf Extract for cooling and hydration
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Elastomer technology for skin-blurring magic
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Texturising powders that feel like silk
🌬️ For the girls who love a matte moment without the dry drama.
💡 Why This Drop Is Bigger Than Beauty
This launch isn’t just about glowing up your makeup routine — it signals SKIN functional’s evolution into a complete skincare-meets-makeup powerhouse. It’s a bold leap that proves the brand is here for every part of your beauty ritual, from bare-faced days to full-glam nights.
“Our goal has always been skin confidence,” says Dougall. “Now, we’re giving you the tools to build that confidence into every makeup look too.”
🛍️ Ready to Prime, Perfect, and Perform?
Shop the full SKIN functional Primer Range now at 👉 www.skinfunctional.com
Because your skincare shouldn’t stop where your makeup begins — and now, it doesn’t have to.
