Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation 498 versus e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily .
Last updated on October 13, 2023. Published on January 15, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe foundations. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, silicones and sulfates
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Foundation
A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.
Foundation
A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.
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Ingredient Info
Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation 33 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation 28 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation 33 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation 28 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation 33 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation 28 ingredients
Water • Talc • Phenyl Trimethicone • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Caprylyl Methicone • Peg-10 Dimethicone • Trimethylsiloxyphenyl Dimethicone • Dimethicone • Glycerin • Isododecane • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Chloride • Hydrogen Dimethicone • Magnesium Sulfate • Sodium Dehydroacetate • Potassium Sorbate • Aluminum Hydroxide • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Benzoic Acid • Sodium Hyaluronate • Dehydroacetic Acid • Propylene Carbonate • Parfum • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Ethylhexylglycerin • Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil • Morus Alba Bark Extract • Methicone • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • CI 77891 • CI 77499
Water • Dimethicone • Cyclopentasiloxane • Glycerin • Isododecane • Propylene Glycol • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Cyclohexasiloxane • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • Tridecyl Trimellitate • Sorbitan Sesquioleate • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Boron Nitride • Polymethyl Methacrylate • Magnesium Sulfate • Phenoxyethanol • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Peg/Ppg-15/15 Dimethicone • Magnesium Palmitate • Magnesium Stearate • Silica Dimethyl Silylate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Caprylyl Glycol • Parfum • Silica • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • CI 77891 • CI 77491
Ingredients Side-by-side
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterFenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation 498 contains this as ingredient number 1.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 1.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.
As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.
This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.
Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl BenzoateFenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation 498 contains this as ingredient number 4.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 9.
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.
Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation 498 contains this as ingredient number 8.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 2.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinFenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation 498 contains this as ingredient number 9.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 4.
Isododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.
As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.
Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.
Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.
Learn more about IsododecaneFenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation 498 contains this as ingredient number 10.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 5.
This ingredient is a high molecular weight silicone. It has emulsifying and skin conditioning properties.
Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation 498 contains this as ingredient number 11.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 7.
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.
Like other silicones, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer helps condition the skin by creating a barrier. In this sense, it can act as an emollient and trap moisture in.
Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation 498 contains this as ingredient number 12.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 12.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation 498 contains this as ingredient number 13.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 16.
Magnesium Sulfate is a salt. It can be naturally found in sea water or mineral deposits.
In cosmetics, Magnesium Sulfate is used to thicken a product or help dilute other solids. It is a non-reactive and non-irritating ingredient.
You might recognize Magnesium Sulfate as epsom salt, or the bath salt used to help relieve muscle aches.
One study shows magnesium deficiency may lead to inflammation of the skin. Applying magnesium topically may help reduce inflammation.
Learn more about Magnesium SulfateFenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation 498 contains this as ingredient number 16.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 15.
Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteFenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation 498 contains this as ingredient number 20.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 17.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumFenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation 498 contains this as ingredient number 25.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 24.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation 498 contains this as ingredient number 27.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 22.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneFenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation 498 contains this as ingredient number 31.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 26.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation 498 contains this as ingredient number 32.
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation Lily contains this as ingredient number 27.
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Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation 33 ingredients
e.l.f. cosmetics Flawless Finish Foundation 28 ingredients
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