Sheer Matte Foundation

NARS Cosmetics

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3.1

304 reviews
47%
would repurchase
2.9/5
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Water, Phenyl Trimethicone, Triethylhexanoin, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Dipropylene Glycol, Silica, Talc, Dimethicone, PEG-5 Glyceryl Stearate, Isostearic Acid, Bentonite, Stearic Acid, Behenic Acid, Batyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate SE, 1-Methyhydantoin-2-imide, Behenyl Alcohol, Aminomethyl Propanol, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Potassium Hydroxide, Cellulose Gum, Ethylparaben, Xanthan Gum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Serralysin, Sodium Hexametaphosphate, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Trisodium EDTA, Glucosyl Hesperidin, [may contain: titanium dioxide, iron oxides, iron oxides]

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    2.0
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    SophieEllis89

    11 years ago

    I got a little sample bottle of this as I LOVE their pure radiant tinted moisturizer and it's one of those foundations that you hear a lot about, so I thought it was worth a try! However, I was...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesGreen

    3.0
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    eelkennaid226

    11 years ago

    This is product is ok. It feels very light weight. However, it did not help with my very oily T-zone. It's not long wearing too, by midday I feel like most of my foundation is gone. I think it's...

    About reviewer (3 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    Naturalista76

    11 years ago

    So I've been through the gambit of foundations--Clinque, MAC, Bare Minerals, etc. and I absolutely love this product. I pump a little onto my non-dominant clean hand (back of). I apply it with...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Medium Brown, Cool

    HairBrown, Other, Other

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    lookcute14

    11 years ago

    Just a quick tip with this foundation and any liquid nars complexion products for that matter...use your fingers. nars products are designed to be apply with your finger tips. It gives a much more...

    About reviewer (11 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinVery Oily, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Other, Other

    EyesBlue

    2.0
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    mgw717

    11 years ago

    meh- not worth the money. maybe for those with relatively flawless skin, but not for me. i have oily skin, and this did nothing for it. it didn't break me out or anything, it just didn't work as...

    About reviewer (3 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinVery Oily, Fair-Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    xtinahb

    11 years ago

    This was my wedding foundation on a humid, August sunny afternoon in New York. It is a great formula for my combination dry complexion. Long wearing, truly matte (but not flat), with solid medium...

    About reviewer (241 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Medium, Warm

    HairBlack, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    1.0
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    veroespinosa88

    11 years ago

    This is the worse foundation I have ever tried!! I have normal skin but in summer it get a bit oilier. This foundation looked aweful!!!!! It showed my dry patches like nothing else! I mean I dont...

    About reviewer (10 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinNormal, Fair-Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesBrown

    2.0
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    kpxgenie

    11 years ago

    Used a sample of this for 3 days, 8-10 hrs each day, using a different moisturizer each day. Texture/Consistency: Almost like a gel-liquid type foundation once you pour it out. A little thick,...

    About reviewer (39 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBlack, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    Hermanspottypants

    11 years ago

    I have combination skin and I have a really physical indoors job. My biggest facial skin bane in life is shine control for my T zone. (OK I love it when mum reassures me that facial oil protects me...

    About reviewer (182 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Medium, Not Sure

    HairBlack, Straight, Medium

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    silvermouse

    11 years ago

    I really enjoyed this foundation. The Sheer Matte finish is perfect for those with combo/oily skin (or even oily skin) who want a lighter coverage foundation. I have this in Barcelona (I'll go into...

    About reviewer (80 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOily, Tan, Warm

    HairBlack, Straight, Medium

    EyesBlack

    4.0
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    SnappyLeeLee

    11 years ago

    Love this foundation. Isn't on the heavy side and didn't wear down (as I expected) throughout the day. It did give me a little shine in the end but was an easy remedy with my E.L.F Shine Erase...

    About reviewer (25 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBlack, Wavy, Medium

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    RonBurgundy

    11 years ago

    I am in love with every aspect of this foundation! I have searched for so long to find my colour in foundations, with most pharmacists just resorting in telling me to get a beige colour in...

    About reviewer (4 reviews)

    AgeUnder 18

    SkinCombination, Olive, Cool

    HairBrown, Wavy, Medium

    EyesHazel

    2.0
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    lksmk

    11 years ago

    I got this in Cadiz which was a little ashy on my skin (NC44 for reference) but i knew the next shade up would be too dark. I found that I could even out the coverage as long as I used a layer of...

    About reviewer (1 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Dark, Not Sure

    HairBrown, Other, Other

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    beevanilla

    11 years ago

    I am so in love with this foundation and it is my holy grail of all foundations. I love how matte but yet not powdery or cakey it makes my face look. It's so perfect. I have acne prone skin but it...

    About reviewer (44 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinDry, Olive

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    decoydream

    11 years ago

    Oh NARS, how I wish I could love you. The PROs: - NARS has a really good colour selection, especially for yellow toned people like me (I'm Asian, just in case you're wondering). Punjab suits me...

    About reviewer (191 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBlack, Relaxed, Medium

    EyesBlack

    2.0
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    Rabelle

    11 years ago

    I have combination skin with occasional dry patches, and I have some acne scars and visible pores that need to be covered. With that being said, I need a foundation that has at least medium...

    About reviewer (12 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Warm

    HairBlack, Straight, Fine

    EyesBlack

    4.0
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    viennah

    11 years ago

    I first tried NARS Oil-free back in circa 2009, and it became my HG. It had a very unique thick and dry consistency that at first that was a bit difficult to use, but once I got the hang of it, it...

    About reviewer (127 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOily, Fair, Warm

    HairRed, Wavy, Medium

    EyesHazel

    3.0
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    StarBlazerM31

    11 years ago

    Finally bought this foundation after much indecision. It's nice, gives me the coverage I need, but it isn't waterproof or resistant, so when my eyes water it leaves a streak I have to blend in....

    About reviewer (11 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinVery Oily, Fair, Warm

    HairBlack, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    missmelsie

    12 years ago

    I was keen to try Sheer Matte, after being a huge fan of the Sheer Glow counterpart but wanting something more oil-absorbing. First thing that struck me about Sheer Matte is that there is a slight...

    About reviewer (43 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Medium Brown, Cool

    HairBlack, Wavy, Coarse

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    amyfarrahfowler

    12 years ago

    For reference I'm NC40/42 and in this foundation Barcelona is a terrific match for my skin tone. First and foremost, if you're going to buy this foundation and use it on a regular/semi-regular...

    About reviewer (93 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinOther, Tan, Warm

    HairBrunette, Other, Other

    EyesBrown

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