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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Dr. Brandt Pores No More Pore Refiner Primer 0.5oz Dr. Brandt Pores No More Pore Refiner Primer 0.5oz #87 in Grip Face Primers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#87
Makeup Grip
All-day lock, grippy hydrating base
All-day hold
Finish
Smooth, translucent, non-greasy
Smooth, matte base
Pore & Texture Blurring
Light smoothing, hydrating base
Strong pore minimization
Hydration & Dry-Skin Friendliness
Hydrating, moisturizing formula
Mattifying, not hydrating
Pilling & Layering Compatibility
Generally good; occasional pilling with some foundations
Plays well with most foundations
Value
$12.33/oz—excellent drugstore value
$50/oz (prestige range)
Verdict
Best affordable gel grip primer for hydrating hold
Best pore-blurring primer for oily, textured skin

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