NARS Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation redefines what longwear foundation can be—powerful, radiant, and incredibly lightweight. Crafted for those who demand full performance with a natural finish, this 16-hour formula delivers seamless, buildable coverage with a second-skin feel. Whether you’re on set, at work, or dancing through the night, your foundation stays fresh, vibrant, and locked in—just like the moment it was applied.
Key Benefits:
- Up to 16 hours of fade-resistant wear
- Medium-to-full coverage with natural, radiant finish
- Transfer-resistant and sweat-resistant
- Weightless, breathable texture that fuses with skin
- Micronized pigments for true skin-tone match
- Infused with skin-smoothing fruit extracts
- Does not oxidize—color stays true all day
- Perfect for all skin types and tones
Product Performance
NARS Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation isn’t just longwear—it’s strongwear. Its medium-to-full buildable coverage glides on with ease and sets to a radiant finish that lasts up to 16 hours. The formula is transfer-resistant, sweat-resistant, and resists oxidation—meaning your color stays true and your skin looks vibrant from application to removal. The weightless texture is breathable and flexible, never settling into fine lines or feeling heavy, cakey, or drying. Each hour, it looks even better, adapting to your skin for a flawless finish that lasts through anything.
Formula Breakdown / Key Ingredients
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Skin Optimizing Complex: A signature blend of Raspberry, Apple, and Watermelon extracts helps improve skin’s elasticity and texture over time
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Micronized Amino Acid-Coated Pigments: Adhere seamlessly to skin for a smooth, true-to-tone finish
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Mineral Tone Balancing Powders: Help match skin's undertone and balance the complexion for a natural look
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Translucent Base: Allows the pigment to blend into your own tone for a skin-like appearance
Product Category / Family
This foundation belongs to the Radiant Coverage and Longwear Performance categories—perfect for those who need durability without sacrificing luminosity. Designed with patented breathable technology and high-performance pigments, the NARS Radiant Longwear Foundation elevates complexion makeup to the next level.
Target User / Occasion
Whether you're heading to the office, a photoshoot, or an evening event, NARS Longwear Foundation is made for those who want both staying power and radiance. Ideal for all skin types—including combination and dry—this formula works beautifully across tones and textures. If you’re looking for a base that works hard and looks effortless, this is your daily essential and your go-to glam foundation in one.
Brand Story / Inspiration
NARS has always been about bold beauty and authentic expression. Founded by makeup artist François Nars, the brand combines innovation, artistry, and fashion-forward vision. With Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation, NARS introduces its most advanced complexion product to date—a foundation that doesn’t just wear long, it wears beautifully. Backed by cutting-edge technology and infused with skincare-level ingredients, this formula was created for skin that glows with strength and elegance.
Shades, Texture & Authenticity
Available in over 30 skin-true shades, NARS Natural Radiant Longwear is designed to match a broad spectrum of skin tones and undertones. To find your perfect match, allow the foundation to fully dry down after swatching. The lightweight liquid formula blends seamlessly with fingers, sponge, or brush, offering flexibility in application. Every bottle is authentically crafted by NARS, dermatologist-tested, and free from oils and parabens—ensuring high performance with care.
Your foundation shouldn’t fade before you do. Stay radiant, stay powerful, and stay confident with NARS Foundation that’s built to last—and glow.
• Aqua (Water)
• Dimethicone
• Trimethylsiloxysilicate
• Isododecane
• PEG-10 Dimethicone
• Butylene Glycol
• Glycerin
• Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
• Hexyl Laurate
• Disteardimonium Hectorite
• Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
• Sodium Chloride
• Caprylyl Glycol
• Phenoxyethanol
• Propylene Carbonate
• Dimethicone Crosspolymer
• Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate
• Alcohol
• Tocopherol (Vitamin E)
• Malpighia Emarginata (Acerola) Fruit Extract
• Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Extract
• Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
• Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Fruit Extract
• Aluminum Hydroxide
• Fragrance (Parfum)
• [+/- May Contain: Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499)]
• Shake well before use
• Apply to clean, moisturized skin using fingertips, brush, or sponge
• Blend outward from the center of the face
• Build coverage as needed, allowing product to set for a few seconds
• For best results, allow foundation to dry down completely
• Pair with NARS primer and setting powder for extended wear