Jane Iredale
Smooth Affair Mattifying Face Primer
A weightless mattifying primer that softens the look of pores and fine lines before makeup.
What it is
Smooth Affair Mattifying Face Primer is a weightless primer designed to balance oil and reduce the look of pores and fine lines before makeup. Jane Iredale describes a natural matte finish that helps complexion products sit more smoothly.
Key ingredients
- Dimethicone: Creates a smoothing, silky slip that helps makeup look even.
- Polysilicone-11: Creates a fine film that helps blur the look of pores and lines.
- Arginine: A conditioning amino acid that helps keep the formula comfortable on skin.
- Hibiscus syriacus bark extract: An herbal extract in the formula that supports a skin-conditioning feel.
- Cyanidium caldarium extract: A marine-derived ingredient that helps condition the skin.
How to use
Use it as the last step before makeup. The brand describes a thin, smooth application that helps foundation and complexion products sit evenly on skin.
What the brand claims
Jane Iredale says the primer helps balance oil, mattify skin, and blur the appearance of pores and fine lines for smoother makeup application. These are manufacturer claims, not independent test results.
This draft records the product identified on the official manufacturer page. We have not assigned an unverified listing size or inferred a shade from the image.
Manufacturer ingredient information
The manufacturer ingredient information is reproduced below, including conditional colorants where listed. Check the package received for the current formula.
Water (Aqua), Dimethicone, Polysilicone-11, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Octyldodecanol, Arginine, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Laureth-12, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Algin, Hibiscus Syriacus Bark Extract, Pelargonium Capitatum Leaf Extract, Cyanidium Caldarium Extract, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491)
Source: https://janeiredale.com/products/smooth-affair-mattifying-face-primer (checked 2026-10-11).
Ingredient lists and shade offerings can change. The manufacturer page and the product package should be checked before purchase.
Sources
- https://janeiredale.com/products/smooth-affair-mattifying-face-primer (checked 2026-10-11)
- https://janeiredale.com/products/smooth-affair-mattifying-face-primer.json (checked 2026-10-11)
We have not tested this product.
What's on the label
| Category | Mineral Pressed Powders & Skin-Nourishing Primers |
|---|---|
| Brand | Jane Iredale |
| Model | 12422 |
| GTIN / UPC | 00670959114709 |
| Form | Face primer |
| Texture | Weightless |
| Finish | Natural matte |
| Coverage | Pore-blurring, smoothing base |
| Key ingredients | Dimethicone, polysilicone-11, arginine, hibiscus syriacus bark extract, and cyanidium caldarium extract |
| Routine step | Before makeup |
| Key ingredient | None stated |
| Best for | Not specified |
| Fragrance free | Not recorded yet |
| Worth knowing | Nothing flagged |
| Full ingredient list | Water (Aqua), Dimethicone, Polysilicone-11, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Octyldodecanol, Arginine, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Laureth-12, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Algin, Hibiscus Syriacus Bark Extract, Pelargonium Capitatum Leaf Extract, Cyanidium Caldarium Extract, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491) |
| Size | Not stated |
| Source | Brand's own product page Checked |
Common questions
What kind of finish does it give?
Jane Iredale describes a natural matte finish.
What does it help with before makeup?
The brand says it helps balance oil, blur pores, and smooth the look of fine lines.
What is the texture like?
The official product copy describes a weightless texture.
Where does it sit in a routine?
Use it as a pre-makeup step before foundation or complexion products.