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
#2
#61
Makeup Grip
All-day lock with strong hold
Moderate all-day hold
Finish
Smooth base, slight tacky feel
Smooth, matte base
Pore & Texture Blurring
Noticeable pore and line smoothing
Visible pore smoothing
Hydration & Dry-Skin Friendliness
Hydrating, comfortable on dry skin
Matte, may feel drying
Pilling & Layering Compatibility
Occasional pilling with some foundations
Good with most foundations
Value
$9.60/oz — excellent drugstore value
$14.82 per fl oz
Verdict
Best hydrating grip primer for the price
Budget pore-blurring primer for normal-to-oily skin

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