NARS Cosmetics is a French cosmetics and skin care company founded by make-up artist and photographer François Nars in 1994. The cosmetics line began with twelve lipsticks sold at Barneys New York. Since then, NARS has created various multi-use beauty products and is now a subsidiary of Shiseido. NARS mainly sells in department stores in about 30 countries including the Americas, Europe, Japan and Southeast Asia. NARS minimalist matte black, rubber packaging was created by Fabien Baron, who Nars met on a shoot in 1989. NARS has an "Orgasm Collection" which includes powder blush, liquid blush, loose powder, lip gloss, lip stick, lip balm, multiple use cream sticks, illuminators, full vinyl lip lacquer, and nail polish. NARS is no longer a cruelty free brand. In 2017 NARS announced that, despite being against animal testing, it was a requirement for selling products in the China market.
A sheer, buildable foundation with a natural-looking finish that immaculately evens skin tone. Complete with skincare benefits and the NARS Complexion Brightening Formula, it leaves skin hydrated, softer, and smoother. An artistry essential for creating a natural finish, when used daily, Sheer Glow Foundation improves the skin's brightness and texture. Ideal for evening the complexion with a natural, lightweight glow. Now available in a global shade range of 40 shades, for all skin tones. Infused with ingredients such as cyclopentasiloxane, water/aqua/eau, butylene glycol, glycerin, dimethicone, triethylhexanoin, dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone. How to use suggests to apply with fingertips, starting in areas where more coverage is needed.
- Vitamin C derivative helps to brighten skin and diminishes the look of discoloration
- Powerful antioxidants protect against damaging free radicals
- Turmeric extract improves skin radiance and evens skin tone
- Glycerin attracts and holds moisture, preventing dryness and ensuring all-day hydration
- Dermatologically and opthalmologically tested, which makes it safe to use