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e.l.f. Power Grip Primer
e.l.f. Cosmetics

e.l.f. Power Grip Primer

4.7(19,556 ratings)

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$11.00at TargetChecked 11 h ago

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  • Lowest price today: $11.00 at Target (checked Nov 10, 2026).
  • Checked at 6 stores.

Our take on the e.l.f. Power Grip Primer

Power Grip Primer is a clear gel primer built to hold makeup in place all day while smoothing skin. It relies on hyaluronic acid for moisture and niacinamide, and it is non-comedogenic, paraben-free and sulfate-free. The tacky finish is the point: makeup grips to it, so it suits long wear days and oily or combination skin better than silicone-heavy blurring primers. Reviewers praise the hold and the value against prestige primers, but some find the stickiness unpleasant and report pilling under certain foundations.

Best forLong wear days and eventsOily and combination skinAnyone wanting a hydrating grip baseShoppers comparing it with prestige primers
Pros
  • Strong all-day makeup hold
  • Clear gel works across skin tones
  • Hyaluronic acid and niacinamide in the formula
  • Non-comedogenic and free of parabens and sulfates
  • Vegan and cruelty-free
Cons
  • Tacky, sticky feel before makeup sets
  • Can pill under some foundations and with rubbing
  • Gel texture is unforgiving if you apply too much
  • Not a pore-blurring or mattifying primer

e.l.f. Power Grip Primer prices at every store

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e.l.f. Power Grip Primer price history

Lowest price we've seen: $11.00 on Nov 10 at Ulta Beauty. Tracked across 6 stores since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

  • 4.7 / 519,556 ratings

Owners rate it highly for grip and value, and many call it a match for far more expensive primers. Complaints center on the sticky texture and occasional pilling.

What people mention
  • HoldPraisedUsers say foundation stays in place through long days and heat.
  • TextureMixedMany like the gel feel, but others find it sticky and tacky before makeup goes on.
  • PillingCriticisedSome report the primer balls up under certain foundations or when rubbed.
  • HydrationPraisedHyaluronic acid leaves skin feeling moisturized rather than tight.
  • ValuePraisedReviewers compare it favorably with much more expensive grip primers.

About the e.l.f. Power Grip Primer

Power Grip Primer is #1 Primer in America.* Your makeup? It’s not going anywhere. e.l.f. Cosmetics Power Grip Face Primer grabs hold of your makeup all day long, while giving skin a smooth complexion. The formula is enriched with beneficial ingredient Hyaluronic Acid to moisturize, prep, and smoothes to perfection, improving the look and feel of your skin. The gel-based primer goes on clear, making it the ideal makeup application base for all skin types and skin tones. Great for: All skin types All e.l.f. products are free from phthalates, parabens, nonylphenol ethoxylates, triclosan, triclocarban, and hydroquinone. Proud to be 100% vegan, cruelty-free, and Leaping Bunny Certified. Because kindness is chic. This product is made in a Fair-Trade Certified factory. Source: The NPD Group/U.S. Prestige Beauty Total Measured Market, Face Primer Product Sales, 12 months ending December 2022 and Nielsen U.S. xAOC, Cosmetics Category, Face Makeup Segment, Primer Type, L52 weeks ending 12.31.22

Specifications

multipack_quantity
1Source
color
ClearSource
size
0.811 fl ozSource
Manufacturer Color
Naturally Dewy FinishSource
Content

Questions and answers

Is it good for oily skin?
Yes. The gel formula is non-comedogenic and grips makeup without adding oil, so it suits oily and combination skin. Very dry skin may want extra moisturizer underneath.
Does it work under all foundations?
Mostly, but it grips best under matte and long-wear foundations. Some water-based or silicone-heavy formulas can pill, so apply a thin layer and let it set.
How much should I use?
A pea-sized amount covers the face. More makes the finish tackier and raises the chance of pilling.
Is it fragranced?
It is a clear gel with no added fragrance listed, which suits sensitive skin.
What is in the formula?
Hyaluronic acid for moisture and niacinamide, with no parabens or sulfates. It is vegan and Leaping Bunny certified.
How does it compare with silicone blurring primers?
It grips and hydrates rather than filling pores or mattifying. Choose it for hold; choose a silicone primer for a blurred, powdery finish.
Where is the e.l.f. Power Grip Primer cheapest?
At Target, for $11.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the e.l.f. Power Grip Primer?
Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 19,556 ratings.
Where can I buy the e.l.f. Power Grip Primer?
7 stores we checked sell it, including Ulta Beauty, Walgreens, Urban Outfitters, asos, Target.

Stores we've priced the e.l.f. Power Grip Primer at

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Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide
Source
Packaging
Pump, TubeSource
No. of Pieces (pcs)
1Source
Volume (fl oz)
0.8Source
Texture
GelSource