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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Mac Cosmetics Mineralize Skinfinish Natural Face Powder Light versus Fenty Beauty Pro Filtr Soft Matte Powder Foundation 340 .

Last updated on October 17, 2023. Published on October 13, 2023

Overview

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Setting Spray & Powder American Brand United States
Foundation American Brand United States

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.

Foundation

A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.

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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

Vitamin E
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators (4)

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Acne Fighting
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Ingredients Explained

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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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Mac Cosmetics Mineralize Skinfinish Natural Face Powder Light contains this as ingredient number 2.

Fenty Beauty Pro Filtr Soft Matte Powder Foundation 340 contains this as ingredient number 1.

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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.

Mac Cosmetics Mineralize Skinfinish Natural Face Powder Light contains this as ingredient number 3.

Fenty Beauty Pro Filtr Soft Matte Powder Foundation 340 contains this as ingredient number 6.

3
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

Mac Cosmetics Mineralize Skinfinish Natural Face Powder Light contains this as ingredient number 13.

Fenty Beauty Pro Filtr Soft Matte Powder Foundation 340 contains this as ingredient number 15.

4
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.

Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.

Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.

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Mac Cosmetics Mineralize Skinfinish Natural Face Powder Light contains this as ingredient number 15.

Fenty Beauty Pro Filtr Soft Matte Powder Foundation 340 contains this as ingredient number 22.

5
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.

Tartrazine is created from petroleum and is water-soluble.

Some people may experience allergies from this dye, especially asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance.

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Mac Cosmetics Mineralize Skinfinish Natural Face Powder Light contains this as ingredient number 29.

Fenty Beauty Pro Filtr Soft Matte Powder Foundation 340 contains this as ingredient number 23.

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46% are disliked or very disliked
29% have no rating yet
13% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
57% are disliked or very disliked
17% have no rating yet

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Mac Cosmetics Mineralize Skinfinish Natural Face Powder 28 ingredients

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Fenty Beauty Pro Filtr Soft Matte Powder Foundation 23 ingredients

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