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 Jumbo, 2.5 oz e.l.f. Power Grip Primer Jumbo, 2.5 oz #2 in Grip Face Primers
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Milk Makeup Pore Eclipse Mattifying Primer 1.3 oz Milk Makeup Pore Eclipse Mattifying Primer 1.3 oz #110 in Grip Face Primers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#110
Makeup Grip
All-day lock with strong hold
Up to 12 hours
Finish
Smooth base, slight tacky feel
Smooth matte, lightweight
Pore & Texture Blurring
Noticeable pore and line smoothing
Strong blur via microspheres
Hydration & Dry-Skin Friendliness
Hydrating, comfortable on dry skin
Mattifying; may dry dry skin
Pilling & Layering Compatibility
Occasional pilling with some foundations
Depends on foundation; occasional reports
Value
$9.60/oz — excellent drugstore value
$29.23 per oz
Verdict
Best hydrating grip primer for the price
Best mattifying pore-blur primer for shine control

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