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Maybelline Grippy Serum Primer with Niacinamide 1 fl oz

MAYBELLINE
3.1
Hydrating grip primer with niacinamide, drugstore value.
$9.97 → As of Jul 13, 2026
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01 / Spec

Top features

Primer TypeWater-based gel grip
FinishTacky grip
Key Ingredients2% Niacinamide, water-based formula

Maybelline Grippy Serum Primer is a water-based grip primer with 2% Niacinamide that uses serum-to-grip technology—a fresh serum texture that transforms to a tacky, gripping feel after 20 seconds to lock makeup for up to 24 hours. The primer delivers hydration and a plumped skin appearance, suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin. It is non-comedogenic and vegan, with no white cast or greasy feel. The formula layers cleanly without pilling and works as a solid base for foundation application. Available in a compact 1 fl oz bottle at an affordable drugstore price point ($9.97, regularly $12.99). Best for those seeking a hydrating grip base at accessible cost.

02 / Signals

Why it's hot

Niacinamide-spiked grip primer with serum texture at drugstore price.

  • Value for money 90
  • Review rating & velocity 72
  • Community sentiment 75
  • Brand reputation 83
  • Search heat 55
  • Est. return & defect rate 83
03 / Verdict

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Serum-to-grip technology locks makeup for 24H
  • Hydrating formula with 2% niacinamide
  • Non-comedogenic and vegan
  • Layers cleanly without pilling
  • Strong value at ~$10
  • Suitable for all skin types including sensitive

Cons

  • Grip effect may feel too tacky for some users
  • Limited viral buzz compared to category leaders
  • Search interest modest relative to competitors
  • Serum texture not ideal for very oily skin
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Makeup Grip
24H grip with serum-to-grip tech All-day lock, grippy hold Best grip
Finish
Clean, non-greasy base with light tack Smooth, hydrating, lightweight
Pore & Texture Blurring
Moderate smoothing, not heavy blur Noticeable smoothing, minimal pilling
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