This primer looks, feels and works just like the benefit porefessional. It comes out as a flesh toned paste. I find that it is best smoothed and pressed into the skin as opposed to rubbing it in. I find that it doesn't control oil very well and can make my face feel quite slick (due to the silicone). I also compared the ingredients to the benefit primer and the lists are very similar. The primer also as a light minty/fresh scent.