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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of NARS Cosmetics Soft Matte Complete Concealer Walnut MD2.6 versus Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder 2 Medium .

Last updated on April 08, 2024. Published on March 05, 2023

Overview

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 or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Concealer French Brand France
Setting Spray & Powder British Brand United Kingdom

Concealer

A liquid or cream used to hide blemishes on the skin.

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.

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

Retinoid
Vitamin C
Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators (2)
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (3)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (4)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Irritating (2)
Rosacea
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators (3)

Benefits

Brightening

Concerns

Drying
Rosacea
Eczema (5)
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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

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 Soft Matte Complete Concealer Walnut MD2.6 contains this as ingredient number 1.

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder 2 Medium contains this as ingredient number 4.

2
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 Soft Matte Complete Concealer Walnut MD2.6 contains this as ingredient number 2.

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder 2 Medium contains this as ingredient number 18.

3
What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.

Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.

Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.

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NARS Cosmetics Soft Matte Complete Concealer Walnut MD2.6 contains this as ingredient number 12.

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder 2 Medium contains this as ingredient number 5.

4
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.

Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.

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NARS Cosmetics Soft Matte Complete Concealer Walnut MD2.6 contains this as ingredient number 21.

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder 2 Medium contains this as ingredient number 12.

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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 Soft Matte Complete Concealer Walnut MD2.6 contains this as ingredient number 29.

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder 2 Medium contains this as ingredient number 2.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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NARS Cosmetics Soft Matte Complete Concealer Walnut MD2.6 contains this as ingredient number 30.

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder 2 Medium contains this as ingredient number 25.

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

27% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
50% are disliked or very disliked
10% have no rating yet
8% are loved or liked
4% have mixed ratings
77% are disliked or very disliked
12% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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NARS Cosmetics Soft Matte Complete Concealer 30 ingredients

2.0 /5
from 0 ratings

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder 26 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 2 ratings

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