"This is the best foundation. It’s so smooth to put on and reduces the look of fine lines. It is very natural looking as well. You don’t use a lot as a small amount goes a long way. I highly recommend this for anyone but particularly mature women like me. " - Gayle
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"This is the best foundation. It’s so smooth to put on and reduces the look of fine lines. It is very natural looking as well. You don’t use a lot as a small amount goes a long way. I highly recommend this for anyone but particularly mature women like me. " - Gayle
Why you’ll love it
A make-up primer, sunscreen and treatment for skin aging in one.
Stimulates collagen production to increase skin firmness.
Has a silky feel and provides a smooth surface for a "soft focus" effect.
Get ready to achieve flawless skin with Dermalogica Skinperfect Primer SPF 30! This advanced primer is a must-have in your makeup routine. The velvety formula glides effortlessly on your skin, smoothing out fine lines and uneven texture to create a perfect base for makeup application. Infused with Soy Protein, it helps to balance and even out the skin's texture, providing a flawless surface.
This product also contains Pearl Powder and natural earth minerals that work together to provide a neutral tint, resulting in visible luminosity and a more even skin tone. Additionally, the potent peptide helps support skin firmness while the broad-spectrum sunscreens provide protection against sun damage caused by UV light. Wear this product alone over your moisturizer or after moisturizer application and before foundation for a lasting makeup finish. It's the perfect solution for anyone looking for a make-up primer, sunscreen, and treatment for skin aging all in one. With its silky feel and smooth surface, this primer is guaranteed to give you a "soft focus" effect, leaving you with a picture-perfect complexion!
*Previously Age Smart Skin Perfect Primer
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Directions
How To Use Dermalogica Skinperfect Primer SPF 30
After applying your Dermalogica Moisturizer, smooth and blend over entire face and throat. Can be worn alone or underneath make-up to extend wear.
quick tip Can be blended over skin with fingertips, or applied with a cosmetic sponge. Also can be worn alone or underneath Sheer Tint SPF20 or Cover Tint SPF20.
A lightweight emollient that helps soften and smooth the hair without heaviness.
May suit
Those wanting conditioning benefits that do not weigh hair down, including fine or easily-greasy hair types.
Worth knowing
It is commonly derived from coconut oil and glycerin and is valued for its silky, non-greasy feel. It is widely used in both skincare and haircare for its gentle, versatile performance.
Dimethicone CrosspolymerSilicones
Smoothing silicone polymer
A silicone-based polymer that provides slip, smoothness and a soft-touch finish to hair.
May suit
People seeking frizz control, heat-styling slip or a silky feel in leave-in or styling products.
Worth knowing
It forms a lightweight, flexible film that helps reduce flyaways without feeling heavy when well-formulated. It is commonly used in serums and creams to enhance spreadability.
SilicaThickeners and stabilisers
Absorbent and texturising agent
Silica helps control oil, improve texture and provide slip in haircare formulas.
May suit
Those using styling or dry-finish products that benefit from a lightweight, matte feel.
Worth knowing
It is a common mineral ingredient used to enhance spreadability and stabilise product textures. It appears in a wide range of hair and styling products for its versatility.
A silicone-derived surfactant that helps improve slip, softness and spreadability in haircare formulas.
May suit
Those looking for smoother-feeling hair or enhanced detangling benefits.
Worth knowing
It can also act as a mild emulsifier, helping water- and oil-based ingredients blend more evenly. It is commonly used in conditioners and styling products for a lightweight, silky finish.
ArginineProteins and amino acids
Amino acid
An amino acid used to support hair strength and maintain moisture balance.
May suit
Those looking for formulas that help with hair resilience or hydration.
Worth knowing
Arginine is naturally present in the hair’s keratin structure and is commonly added to strengthening or repairing products. It is also used in some formulations to help support scalp comfort.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractBotanical extracts
Botanical antioxidant extract
A plant extract rich in antioxidants that can help support scalp and hair comfort.
May suit
Those interested in soothing or antioxidant-rich botanical ingredients.
Worth knowing
It is commonly used in haircare for its calming and conditioning properties. Its gentle nature makes it suitable for a wide range of formulations.
Sodium HyaluronateHumectants
Hydrating humectant
Draws moisture into the hair and helps maintain hydration.
May suit
Those with dry, dehydrated or coarse hair seeking added softness and moisture retention.
Worth knowing
It is the salt form of hyaluronic acid and is widely used because it can hold many times its weight in water. In haircare, it helps support smoother, more manageable strands without adding heaviness.
Hydrolyzed Soy ProteinProteins and amino acids
Strengthening protein
A plant-derived protein that helps support hair strength and improve the feel of damaged or processed hair.
May suit
People with weakened, chemically treated, or breakage-prone hair may appreciate its reinforcing effect.
Worth knowing
Hydrolysed proteins are broken into smaller fragments so they can more easily interact with the hair’s surface. They are commonly used alongside conditioners and humectants for a balanced feel.
Lavandula Hybrida OilFragrance ingredients
Fragrance oil
Adds a fresh, herbal lavender-like scent to haircare formulas.
May suit
Those who enjoy naturally aromatic products or prefer botanical fragrance sources.
Worth knowing
As an essential oil, it can also contribute light soothing or refreshing sensorial benefits in some formulations. It naturally contains components like linalool, which may be listed separately on ingredient labels.
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf OilBotanical extracts
Botanical oil / aromatic extract
An essential oil used to add a fresh scent and provide a soothing, invigorating feel to the scalp.
May suit
Those looking for a refreshing or spa-like sensory experience, or gentle scalp-invigorating formulas.
Worth knowing
Eucalyptus oil is often included in small amounts for its aromatic qualities and its cooling sensation on the scalp. Its presence is mainly for sensory and traditional botanical benefits.
Sodium PCAHumectants
Moisture-binding humectant
Sodium PCA helps attract and hold moisture in the hair and scalp.
May suit
Those looking to improve hair hydration, softness, or manageability.
Worth knowing
It is a component of the skin and scalp’s natural moisturising factors and is well tolerated in most formulations.
Polyhydroxystearic AcidThickeners and stabilisers
Stabiliser / dispersing agent
Helps stabilise formulations and evenly disperse ingredients in haircare products.
May suit
Those using products with pigments, mineral ingredients or complex emulsions may appreciate its role in keeping formulas uniform.
Worth knowing
It is commonly used to keep mixtures smooth and prevent separation. Its presence helps products maintain consistent texture and performance over time.
TriethoxycaprylylsilaneSilicones
Silicone surface conditioner
Helps improve the spreadability and feel of products by creating a smooth, lightweight coating.
May suit
Those who prefer products that enhance slip and reduce drag during application.
Worth knowing
It is often used to treat pigments or powders so they blend more easily into formulations. It contributes to a silky texture without adding heaviness.
Stearic AcidThickeners and stabilisers
Thickener and stabiliser
A fatty acid that helps thicken and stabilise formulations while adding a soft, conditioned feel.
May suit
Those who prefer richer, creamier textures in conditioners and styling products.
Worth knowing
It is commonly used to give products structure and improve spreadability. It can be derived from plant or animal sources, with most haircare brands typically using plant-based forms.
Aluminum HydroxideThickeners and stabilisers
Opacifier / stabiliser
Helps stabilise formulations and provide an opaque, uniform appearance in haircare products.
May suit
Those interested in product texture or the stability of creams, conditioners, and styling products.
Worth knowing
It is commonly used in small amounts to support consistent texture and appearance in cosmetic formulations. It does not have a direct effect on hair itself.
PEG/PPG-18/18 DimethiconeSilicones
Conditioning silicone
A silicone-based polymer that provides slip, softness and a smooth feel to hair.
May suit
Those looking for reduced frizz, easier detangling or a smoother finish.
Worth knowing
Its PEG/PPG modification makes it more dispersible in water than many traditional silicones. It is commonly used in lightweight leave-ins and conditioners for a silky feel.
GlycerinHumectants
Humectant
Attracts and holds water to help hair feel hydrated and soft.
May suit
Dry or dehydrated hair, and many curl and moisture routines.
Worth knowing
A very common, well-tolerated humectant used across countless products.
PhenoxyethanolPreservatives
Preservative
Helps keep the product stable and pleasant to use after opening.
May suit
All products that need protecting from spoilage.
Worth knowing
A very common, well-studied preservative used at low levels.
EthylhexylglycerinPreservatives
Preservative booster
Helps support the preservation system and can provide mild skin-conditioning benefits.
May suit
Those interested in gentle preservation systems or sensitive scalps may find it relevant.
Worth knowing
It is often paired with other preservatives to improve their effectiveness while allowing for lower usage levels. It also has light moisturising and conditioning properties.
Tin OxideColourants
Colourant / opacifier
Tin Oxide is a mineral colourant used to add opacity or adjust the appearance of haircare formulas.
May suit
Those interested in the look and finish of a product’s texture or colour.
Worth knowing
It is often used in very small amounts to modify the appearance of micas or pigments in cosmetic products. It does not affect how the product performs on the hair.
Iron OxidesColourants
Colourant
Iron Oxides are mineral pigments used to provide colour to haircare and cosmetic products.
May suit
Those interested in tinted or colour-enhancing products.
Worth knowing
These pigments are valued for their stability and are widely used to achieve natural-looking shades. They do not affect the performance of the haircare formula beyond providing colour.
This is the best foundation. It’s so smooth to put on and reduces the look of fine lines. It is very natural looking as well. You don’t use a lot as a small amount goes a long way. I highly recommend this for anyone but particularly mature women like me.
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Melissa
Verified purchase
Purchased: 22ml
5 Jun 2022
Love this primer. Gives my skin a amazing glow. I will ofter just use this on my face with no foundation as it makes my skin look great.
Lisa
Verified purchase
Purchased: 22ml
So smooth
25 Feb 2019
I’d run out of my sunscreen and have always wanted a primer so when I saw this product was both I got it. Love the smoothness of it. Makeup goes on easy.