The Trend Verdict
Spec-by-spec

Head to head

Contenders from Grip Face Primers, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.

e.l.f. Power Grip Primer 0.81oz e.l.f. Power Grip Primer 0.81oz #3 in Grip Face Primers
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Maybelline Baby Skin Instant Pore Eraser Primer 0.67oz Maybelline Baby Skin Instant Pore Eraser Primer 0.67oz #21 in Grip Face Primers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#21
Makeup Grip
All-day lock, grippy hydrating base
Solid all-day wear with moderate hold
Finish
Smooth, translucent, non-greasy
Smooth, lightweight, non-tacky base
Pore & Texture Blurring
Light smoothing, hydrating base
Visibly smooths pores and fine lines
Hydration & Dry-Skin Friendliness
Hydrating, moisturizing formula
Neutral; requires pre-moisturizing on dry skin
Pilling & Layering Compatibility
Generally good; occasional pilling with some foundations
Rarely pills, plays well under most foundations
Value
$12.33/oz—excellent drugstore value
$11.01 per fl oz — excellent drugstore value
Verdict
Best affordable gel grip primer for hydrating hold
Best affordable pore-blurring primer

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