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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e.l.f. Poreless Face Primer 1.01 oz e.l.f. Poreless Face Primer 1.01 oz #22 in Grip Face Primers
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#22
Makeup Grip
All-day lock with strong hold
Solid all-day wear
Finish
Smooth base, slight tacky feel
Smooth, lightweight, silky
Pore & Texture Blurring
Noticeable pore and line smoothing
Noticeable smoothing
Hydration & Dry-Skin Friendliness
Hydrating, comfortable on dry skin
Neutral; can feel drying on very dry skin
Pilling & Layering Compatibility
Occasional pilling with some foundations
Rarely pills under foundations
Value
$9.60/oz — excellent drugstore value
Excellent value at $9.90/oz
Verdict
Best hydrating grip primer for the price
Best budget pore-blurring primer

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