e.l.f. Liquid Poreless Putty Primer 0.94 fl oz
🔥 #23 in Grip Face Primers · New Best soothing, budget-friendly grip primer for sensitive skin
e.l.f. Liquid Poreless Putty Primer + Cica 0.94oz
e.l.f. 3.6
#23
in Grip Face Primers
$10 →
As of Jul 13, 2026
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01 / Spec
Top features
Primer TypeGel-based putty grip
FinishMatte-tacky, blurred
Key IngredientsCica (centella asiatica), silicone
e.l.f. Liquid Poreless Putty Primer + Cica is a gel-based grip primer with a lightweight, putty texture designed to create a gripping base for makeup while soothing and reducing redness. Formulated with cica (centella asiatica), it combines a tacky grip finish with hydrating, soothing benefits — targeting redness and skin irritation. The primer offers moderate pore-blurring through its putty formula and is suited for combination to oily skin seeking grip without heaviness. At $10.64 per fluid ounce, it delivers strong value for money in the drugstore grip-primer category. Vegan and cruelty-free. Packaged in a 0.94 fl oz tube. Best for those wanting a hydrating, soothing primer that grips makeup while calming sensitive or redness-prone skin.
02 / Signals
Why it's hot
Affordable soothing grip primer with cica for calmer, longer-wearing makeup.
- Value for money 95
- Review rating & velocity 83
- Community sentiment 82
- Brand reputation 78
- Search heat 67
- Est. return & defect rate 85
03 / Verdict
Pros & cons
Pros
- Affordable price per oz ($10.64)
- Hydrating formula with cica soothing ingredient
- Helps reduce visible redness
- Tacky grip base extends makeup wear
- Lightweight putty texture, not heavy
- Vegan and cruelty-free
Cons
- Cica focus may be less familiar than pure grip formulas
- Putty texture not ideal for very dry skin
- Grip strength may be milder than pure gel primers
- Limited long-term wear data on newer SKU
Primer TypeGel-based putty grip
FinishMatte-tacky, blurred
Key IngredientsCica (centella asiatica), silicone
Skin TypeCombination, oily, sensitive
Pore & Texture BlurringModerate pore-blurring
Size0.94 fl oz
Price Per Oz$10.64
FragranceUnscented
Cruelty Free VeganYes, vegan & cruelty-free
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Pore & Texture Blurring
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