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Pro Filt'r Fluid Flex Natural Matte Longwear Foundation vs Translucent Loose Setting Powder

Fenty BeautyPro Filt'r Fluid Flex Natural Matte Longwear Foundation8.1

Laura MercierTranslucent Loose Setting Powder8.3vs

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder edges out Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Fluid Flex Natural Matte Longwear Foundation, 8.3 to 8.1. It wins on performance, wear time and value, while the Pro Filt'r Fluid Flex Natural Matte Longwear Foundation is stronger on shade range.

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What each one does.

Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Fluid Flex Natural Matte Longwear Foundation

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder

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Every detail, compared.

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Fenty Beauty

Pro Filt'r Fluid Flex Natural Matte Longwear Foundation

Laura Mercier

Translucent Loose Setting Powder

Highest score

Beauty score

8.1Great

8.3Great

Payoff & performance30% of score

8.4

8.8

Wear time15% of score

8.3

8.6

Shade range & inclusivity15% of score

8.9

7.2

Value20% of score

7.0

7.6

Community love20% of score

7.9

9.0

Community

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PriceTypical, checked by our editors

$48.00/ 30 mlPrestige

$43.00/ 1 oz / 29 gMid-range

Price per ounceLowest wins

$47.32 / oz

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What it does

Matte
Medium coverage
Buildable
Long-wear

Matte
Long-wear
Shine control
Blurring

Made for

All skin types, Oily skin, Combination skin, Acne-prone skin

All skin types, Oily skin, Combination skin, Normal skin

Key ingredients

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Vitamin C Vitamin E

Format

Foundation

Powder

Texture

Brand describes a lightweight water-and-silicone hybrid liquid built on a breathable polymer blend that bends and stretches with the skin

Brand describes an ultra finely milled, silky loose powder that sets without adding weight or texture

Finish

Matte

Coverage

Buildable

Sheer

ShadesMore wins

Fragrance-free

Yes

Claims

Vegan, Non-comedogenic, Fragrance-free

Dermatologist-tested, Non-comedogenic, Fragrance-free

Brand origin

🇺🇸 American beauty

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Video reviews

Best for

• Oily and combination skin that wants a lightweight matte base
• Long days that call for waterproof, long-wearing coverage
• Shoppers who struggled to find a neutral or olive match before

• Oily and combination skin that needs shine control
• Setting foundation and concealer with a press-and-roll puff
• Anyone who wants a powder with no flashback in photos

Strengths

50 all-new shades with more neutral undertones and seven olive-leaning options
Lightweight natural matte finish that editors say never felt mask-like
Medium coverage builds toward full without looking heavy, according to reviewers

Finely milled formula that sets makeup without adding visible texture
Brand claims 16-hour wear and 24-hour shine control
Four shades, including options for medium-deep and deep skin

Watch-outs

Not fully transfer-proof in one editor's week of testing
Matte finish can look dry on drier areas unless skin is well moisturized

Talc-based formula with parabens, which some shoppers avoid
Some users find it looks yellow or cakey under the eyes

Where to buy

Check price on Amazon Buy from the brand$48.00

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Check price on Amazon Buy from the brand$43.00

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FAQ

Quick answers.

Which is better, Pro Filt'r Fluid Flex Natural Matte Longwear Foundation or Translucent Loose Setting Powder?

Which costs less?

Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Fluid Flex Natural Matte Longwear Foundation typically sells for about $48.00 and Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder for about $43.00, based on retail prices when we last checked.

How do you score them?

Both are scored on the same five-factor rubric (payoff & performance, wear time, shade range & inclusivity, value, community love), using the formula or specs, verified creator reviews, community consensus and value. Brands can’t pay for placement.