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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 Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 .

Last updated on February 28, 2024. Published on January 09, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both foundations. They have a total of 9 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 oils, parabens or sulfates

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

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 (2)
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Brightening

Concerns

Drying (3)
May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (5)
Eczema (5)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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1
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.

NARS Cosmetics Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation Punjab M1 contains this as ingredient number 1.

Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 3.

2
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Mixed

Titanium dioxide is known for its UVA and UVB protection properties. It is non-comedogenic and non-irritating. Titanium Dioxide is a physical sunscreen. Physical sunscreens reflect light and prevent it from reaching your skin.

Protecting your skin against UV radiation can prevent the signs of aging. Sun damage is associated with fine-lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and hyperpigmentation. Titanium dioxide can help prevent premature aging.

With modern production, nano-scale or fine-grade titanium dioxide can be easily produced for cosmetics. In sunscreen, titanium dioxide absorbs UV light. Our skin is not able to absorb Titanium dioxide, even nanoparticles.

Titanium itself is the 9th most common element in the Earth's crust. Titanium dioxide is formed when oxygen is introduced and can be found in ores, dust, sand, and soil.

Pure titanium dioxide is a white powder that is used in many products to add or change color.

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NARS Cosmetics Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation Punjab M1 contains this as ingredient number 2.

Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 34.

3
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.

Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 1.

4
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.

Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 28.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Peg-10 Dimethicone is silicone with conditioner and emulsifier properties. It mostly acts as an emollient in skincare and and humectant in haircare.

According to the manufacturer, acidic formulations decrease the stability of this ingredient. It works best in neutral or near neutral formulations.

NARS Cosmetics Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation Punjab M1 contains this as ingredient number 7.

Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 6.

6
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.

Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 2.

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.

Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 32.

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.

Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 17.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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NARS Cosmetics Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation Punjab M1 contains this as ingredient number 25.

Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 26.

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

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9% have mixed ratings
49% are disliked or very disliked
16% have no rating yet
15% are loved or liked
3% have mixed ratings
65% are disliked or very disliked
18% have no rating yet

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NARS Cosmetics Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation 45 ingredients

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Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 34 ingredients

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