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.

Price
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Rating
Category rank
#1
#14
Makeup Grip
All-day lock, grippy hold
Solid all-day wear
Finish
Smooth, hydrating, lightweight
Smooth, lightweight base
Pore & Texture Blurring
Noticeable smoothing, minimal pilling
Noticeable smoothing
Hydration & Dry-Skin Friendliness
Hydrating, no flaking
Neutral, comfortable
Pilling & Layering Compatibility
Rarely pills under foundation
Pills with some products
Value
$14.00/oz – excellent drugstore value
$9.89 per oz
Verdict
The viral grip primer for all skin types
Best-value pore-minimizing primer

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