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
#82
Makeup Grip
All-day lock with strong hold
Solid all-day hold
Finish
Smooth base, slight tacky feel
Smooth, soft-matte base
Pore & Texture Blurring
Noticeable pore and line smoothing
Strong pore & texture blur
Hydration & Dry-Skin Friendliness
Hydrating, comfortable on dry skin
Neutral; can dry skin slightly
Pilling & Layering Compatibility
Occasional pilling with some foundations
Rarely pills with foundations
Value
$9.60/oz — excellent drugstore value
Good cost per oz
Verdict
Best hydrating grip primer for the price
Best budget K-Beauty mattifying pore primer

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