Estée Lauder Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay in Place Longwear Matte Foundation vs NARS Light Reflecting Foundation: 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

NARS Light Reflecting Foundation

NARS All Day Luminous

NARS Light Reflecting Foundation

PFAS grade

C 75/100

Overall grade

F 57/100

Verdict

Buy

Hazard flags

⚑ 3

Material

liquid foundation with pigments, silicones, and water-based ingredients

Confidence

72%

PossibleHeavy metals in iron oxide pigments

ReportedFragrance allergens and sensitizers

PossibleSilicone bioaccumulation and occlusion

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