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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Black Radiance Matte & Poreless Face Primer 0.5oz Black Radiance Matte & Poreless Face Primer 0.5oz #96 in Grip Face Primers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#96
Makeup Grip
All-day lock, grippy hydrating base
Moderate hold, all-day wear with retouch
Finish
Smooth, translucent, non-greasy
Matte, slightly tacky base
Pore & Texture Blurring
Light smoothing, hydrating base
Noticeable pore minimizing effect
Hydration & Dry-Skin Friendliness
Hydrating, moisturizing formula
Neutral to slightly drying
Pilling & Layering Compatibility
Generally good; occasional pilling with some foundations
Can pill with some foundations
Value
$12.33/oz—excellent drugstore value
$9.74/oz—excellent drugstore value
Verdict
Best affordable gel grip primer for hydrating hold
Best affordable pore-minimizing matte primer

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