Estée Lauder Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay in Place Longwear Matte Foundation vs All Day Luminous Weightless Foundation Nars: which is safer?

These two grade almost identically. Pick on price and preference; neither has a PFAS edge.

Estée Lauder Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay in Place Longwear Matte Foundation

Estée Lauder Double Wear

Estée Lauder Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay in Place Longwear Matte Foundation

PFAS grade

C 75/100

Overall grade

F 57/100

Verdict

Buy

Hazard flags

⚑ 3

Material

liquid foundation with emollients, silicones, and pigments

Confidence

72%

PossibleFormaldehyde releasers in preservatives

ReportedFragrance allergens and sensitization

PossibleSilicone buildup and barrier occlusion

All Day Luminous Weightless Foundation Nars

NARS All Day Luminous

All Day Luminous Weightless Foundation Nars

PFAS grade

C 75/100

Overall grade

F 57/100

Verdict

Buy

Hazard flags

⚑ 3

Material

Water-based emulsion foundation with silicones, glycerin, and pigments

Confidence

72%

Possible1,4-dioxane residual from emulsifier manufacturing

ReportedFragrance allergen sensitivity

PossibleContamination during manufacturing or storage

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