NARS Cosmetics Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30 - Gotland L1.2 Versus Chanel Les Beiges Water-Fresh Complexion Touch - B10
Updated on June 24, 2025
Overview
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
NARS Cosmetics Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30 44 ingredients
Chanel Les Beiges Water-Fresh Complexion Touch 32 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
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NARS Cosmetics Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30 44 ingredients
Chanel Les Beiges Water-Fresh Complexion Touch 32 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Diethylhexyl Succinate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Nylon-12
Cyclomethicone
Emollient
PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Emulsifying
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientDiphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSorbitan Sesquiisostearate
Emulsifying
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Parfum
Masking
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Trisodium EDTA
Aluminum Distearate
Emulsion StabilisingTalc
Abrasive
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Polysilicone-2
Vibrio Alginolyticus Ferment Filtrate
Abrasive
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Alteromonas Ferment Filtrate
HumectantMaris Sal
Skin ConditioningHydrogen Dimethicone
BHT
Antioxidant
Algae
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Geraniol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Titanium Dioxide, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Diethylhexyl Succinate, Glycerin, Nylon-12, Cyclomethicone, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Aluminum Hydroxide, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Stearic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Parfum, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Trisodium EDTA, Aluminum Distearate, Talc, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Polysilicone-2, Vibrio Alginolyticus Ferment Filtrate, Tocopherol, Alteromonas Ferment Filtrate, Maris Sal, Hydrogen Dimethicone, BHT, Algae, Sodium Metabisulfite, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Geraniol, Limonene, Citral, Linalool, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hexyl Laurate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Diglycerin
Humectant
Jasminum Grandiflorum Stem Extract
Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer
Amodimethicone
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientPolyglycerin-3
Humectant
Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum
Emulsion Stabilising
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingLysine
Skin ConditioningMagnesium Chloride
Alcaligenes Polysaccharides
EmollientGlucose
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
CI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hexyl Laurate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Diglycerin, Jasminum Grandiflorum Stem Extract, Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer, Amodimethicone, Pentylene Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Aluminum Hydroxide, Polyglycerin-3, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Propanediol, Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Lysine, Magnesium Chloride, Alcaligenes Polysaccharides, Glucose, Citric Acid, CI 77007, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77891, Mica
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCi 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.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 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.
Learn more about CI 77492Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
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 77891Glycerin 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 GlycerinPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolWater. 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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
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