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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of e.l.f. cosmetics Perfect Finish HD Powder versus Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Brightening Flawless Finish Powder Fair .

Last updated on March 29, 2024. Published on April 03, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free setting spray & powders. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Setting Spray & Powder American Brand United States
Setting Spray & Powder British Brand United Kingdom

Setting Spray & Powder

Setting sprays and powders are often the last step of makeup. They are used to help makeup stay in place and last longer.

Setting Spray & Powder

Setting sprays and powders are often the last step of makeup. They are used to help makeup stay in place and last longer.

Price

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Starts at $6.00
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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (2)
Peptides

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Rosacea
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C
Exfoliators (3)
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

Rosacea
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

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What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.

Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.

Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.

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e.l.f. cosmetics Perfect Finish HD Powder contains this as ingredient number 1.

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Brightening Flawless Finish Powder Fair contains this as ingredient number 4.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

e.l.f. cosmetics Perfect Finish HD Powder contains this as ingredient number 2.

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Brightening Flawless Finish Powder Fair contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Talc is a clay mineral. It helps absorb moisture and improve the texture of products. Like other types of clay, Talc can have a slight exfoliating effect on skin. Talc can be added to increase the volume of products.

Some Baby powders are made by combining talc with corn starch. The word "talc" comes from Latin and originates from Arabic. Talc is a mineral commonly found throughout the world.

If you have any concerns about using talc, we recommend checking out the FDA's official page.

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e.l.f. cosmetics Perfect Finish HD Powder contains this as ingredient number 3.

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Brightening Flawless Finish Powder Fair contains this as ingredient number 1.

4
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Mica refers to a group of silicate minerals. Mica crystals are easily split to give products a shimmer. These crystals are able to reflect light to temporarily give your skin a glowy look.

Mica is found to be safe. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.

Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.

Mica can be naturally found throughout the world. However, some sources of mica may be controversial. In 2016, mica mined in the Jharkhand state in India was found to be using child labor. However, companies are able to source ethical mica affiliated with international organizations that monitor the mica supply chain.

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e.l.f. cosmetics Perfect Finish HD Powder contains this as ingredient number 5.

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Brightening Flawless Finish Powder Fair contains this as ingredient number 2.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Nylon-12 is a polymer. It is derived from 12-aminododecanoic acid, an omega-amino fatty acid

According to a manufacturer, it is a talc substitute. Like talc, nylon-12 gives products a satin feel. The manufacturer also claims this ingredients does not block pores and has moderate oil absorption.

This ingredient may not be reef-safe.

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e.l.f. cosmetics Perfect Finish HD Powder contains this as ingredient number 7.

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Brightening Flawless Finish Powder Fair contains this as ingredient number 6.

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What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.

Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.

This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.

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e.l.f. cosmetics Perfect Finish HD Powder contains this as ingredient number 11.

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Brightening Flawless Finish Powder Fair contains this as ingredient number 22.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

12% are loved or liked
0% have mixed ratings
65% are disliked or very disliked
24% have no rating yet
31% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
52% are disliked or very disliked
7% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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e.l.f. cosmetics Perfect Finish HD Powder 17 ingredients

4.5 /5
from 2 ratings
Long Lasting (2) Natural (2) No Color (2) Light Coverage (1) Matte (1)
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AshN.

3 months ago · Dry Skin
Review

(Using since Sept 2023) Solid drug-store level product that does what it promises. I feel that it sets my concealer in place well after...

(Using since Sept 2023) Solid drug-store level product that does what it promises. I feel that it sets my concealer in place well after application. It is also great for touching up my face on occasion. Knocked it down a star just because I wish the formulation was a bit more sheer/transparent.

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shoppingaddict

19 days ago · Combination Skin
Review

good powder i love it but the white power can be a little crust

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Brightening Flawless Finish Powder 29 ingredients

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