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Contenders from Grip Face Primers, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.
Price
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#24
Makeup Grip
All-day lock, grippy hydrating base
Moderate all-day wear
Finish
Smooth, translucent, non-greasy
Smooth, lightweight, slight tack
Pore & Texture Blurring
Light smoothing, hydrating base
Noticeable smoothing
Hydration & Dry-Skin Friendliness
Hydrating, moisturizing formula
Comfortable, no flaking
Pilling & Layering Compatibility
Generally good; occasional pilling with some foundations
Occasionally pills with heavy foundations
Value
$12.33/oz—excellent drugstore value
Premium pricing
Verdict
Best affordable gel grip primer for hydrating hold
Premium hydrating primer for all skin types
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