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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Lancôme La Base Pro Primer 0.8oz Lancôme La Base Pro Primer 0.8oz #89 in Grip Face Primers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#89
Makeup Grip
All-day lock, grippy hydrating base
All-day matte hold with silicone lock
Finish
Smooth, translucent, non-greasy
Smooth, matte base; not greasy
Pore & Texture Blurring
Light smoothing, hydrating base
Visible softening via Elasto-Smooth technology
Hydration & Dry-Skin Friendliness
Hydrating, moisturizing formula
Oil-free; neutral to slightly drying
Pilling & Layering Compatibility
Generally good; occasional pilling with some foundations
Good layering; minimal pilling reports
Value
$12.33/oz—excellent drugstore value
Premium price; $56.25 per oz
Verdict
Best affordable gel grip primer for hydrating hold
Prestige pore-blurring primer for matte, long-wearing makeup

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