Ben,

I am not sure we are talking about the same thing. This is the stuff I use and for me at least, it doesn't get sticky nor does it dry up so you can easily wipe it off with a rag if you ever need to:

http://www.lesliespool.com/Home/Pump...ies/68926.html

BTW, this is exactly the same stuff as plumber's silicone grease which I have used as well with the same results.