Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder - Pink Tone Up Powder Versus NARS Cosmetics Light Reflecting Loose Setting Powder - Crystal
Updated on January 17, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both setting spray & powders. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
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, fragrances or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder 19 ingredients
NARS Cosmetics Light Reflecting Loose Setting Powder 21 ingredients
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Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder 19 ingredients
NARS Cosmetics Light Reflecting Loose Setting Powder 21 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Talc
Abrasive
Magnesium Myristate
Nylon-12
Zea Mays Starch
AbsorbentCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningPolymethyl Methacrylate
Methicone
Emollient
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Methylparaben
Preservative
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
Butylparaben
Masking
Iron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantTalc, Magnesium Myristate, Nylon-12, Zea Mays Starch, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Glycine Soja Oil, Tocopherol, Lauroyl Lysine, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Methicone, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Methylparaben, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Propylparaben, Butylparaben, Iron Oxides, CI 77891, CI 77007
Silica
Abrasive
Dimethicone
Emollient
Lauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Magnesium Silicate
AbsorbentTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Polysilicone-2
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
CI 77120
Cosmetic ColorantAlumina
Abrasive
Sea Water
HumectantChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Iron Oxides
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantSilica, Dimethicone, Lauroyl Lysine, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract, Glycerin, Magnesium Silicate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polysilicone-2, Ethylhexylglycerin, Water, Citric Acid, CI 77120, Alumina, Sea Water, Chlorphenesin, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Iron Oxides, Mica, CI 77891
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient comes from a fatty acid (lauric acid) and amino acid (lysine). It is used to add a silky feel to cosmetics.
According to a manufacturer, its fatty acid base leaves a silky feeling on the skin. It also has emollient properties because of this. Emollients help soften skin by preventing water from evaporating.
Lauroyl lysine is barely soluble in water.
Learn more about Lauroyl LysineThis ingredient is a combination of red, black, and yellow iron oxide pigments. This combination of colors is usually found in foundation, because it results in a "skin" color.
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 77891Ingredient Ratings
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Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder 19 ingredients
NARS Cosmetics Light Reflecting Loose Setting Powder 21 ingredients
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