SKIN functional Just Dropped the Ultimate Primer Collection

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:

• Niacinamide for barrier boosting + brightening

• Polyglutamic Acid for next-level moisture

• 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:

• Sodium Hyaluronate to hydrate and smooth

• Humectants for hydration that lasts

• 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:

• Silica for oil control and matte magic

• 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:

• Broad-spectrum UVA/UVB filters

• Ginger Extract + Bisabolol for soothing, anti-inflammatory effects

• 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:

• Aloe Leaf Extract for cooling and hydration

• Elastomer technology for skin-blurring magic

• 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.