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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of NARS Cosmetics Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation Punjab M1 versus Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation 3C1 Dusk .

Last updated on February 28, 2024. Published on January 06, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both foundations. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for brightening skin

Free From

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

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Foundation French Brand France
Foundation American Brand United States

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.

Price

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Buy Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation

Starts at $37.99
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Buy Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation

Starts at $49.00

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 (2)

Benefits

Hydrating
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators

Benefits

Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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NARS Cosmetics Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation Punjab M1 contains this as ingredient number 3.

Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation 3C1 Dusk contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Polymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.

When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.

Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.

If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.

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NARS Cosmetics Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation Punjab M1 contains this as ingredient number 6.

Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation 3C1 Dusk contains this as ingredient number 10.

3
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.

D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.

D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.

Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.

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NARS Cosmetics Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation Punjab M1 contains this as ingredient number 10.

Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation 3C1 Dusk contains this as ingredient number 2.

4
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

This silicone is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.

It is not soluble in water and helps increase water-resistance in products.

According to a manufacturer, it can blend seamlessly with silicone oils, such as Cyclopentasiloxane.

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NARS Cosmetics Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation Punjab M1 contains this as ingredient number 11.

Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation 3C1 Dusk contains this as ingredient number 3.

5
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

NARS Cosmetics Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation Punjab M1 contains this as ingredient number 15.

Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation 3C1 Dusk contains this as ingredient number 5.

6
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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NARS Cosmetics Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation Punjab M1 contains this as ingredient number 18.

Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation 3C1 Dusk contains this as ingredient number 22.

7
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.

NARS Cosmetics Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation Punjab M1 contains this as ingredient number 19.

Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation 3C1 Dusk contains this as ingredient number 20.

8
What it does: Stabilising
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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NARS Cosmetics Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation Punjab M1 contains this as ingredient number 20.

Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation 3C1 Dusk contains this as ingredient number 16.

9
What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Alumina is another name for the compound aluminum oxide. It is used as a thickener, absorbent, and abrasive.

As an absorbent, alumina can give a mattifying effect. It is used in mineral sunscreens to help coat nano-sized filters, such as titanium dioxide. By increasing the size of the UV filters, these ingredients stay on the skin for a longer time. By coating small sized ingredients, alumina helps thicken a product.

Alumina may be used as an abrasive, or exfoliant.

Alumina is naturally occurring in the mineral corundum. Certain varieties of corundum create rubies and sapphires. Corundum is also the crystalline form of alumina.

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NARS Cosmetics Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation Punjab M1 contains this as ingredient number 38.

Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation 3C1 Dusk contains this as ingredient number 14.

10
What it does: Antioxidant
Community Rating: Liked

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (long name, huh?) is a synthetic antioxidant.

It is used to help stabilize other antioxidants or prevent the color from changing in a product.

As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Thus, antioxidants may reduce the signs of aging.

This ingredient is oil-soluble.

Learn more about Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

NARS Cosmetics Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation Punjab M1 contains this as ingredient number 44.

Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation 3C1 Dusk contains this as ingredient number 19.

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

20% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
49% are disliked or very disliked
20% have no rating yet
17% are loved or liked
9% have mixed ratings
61% are disliked or very disliked
13% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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NARS Cosmetics Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation 45 ingredients

4.3 /5
from 2 ratings

Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation 23 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 4 ratings
luara1991's avatar

luara1991

11 months ago · Sensitive Skin
Review

This has been my go to for about 10 years. Covers everything.

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Katie_258

8 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

Amazing coverage

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