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Fenty vs Pat McGrath Labs.

The 50-shade inclusivity icon vs editorial-grade foundation royalty. Tested on the same skin, same event.

Tested April 2026 · Glow editors
Reviewed by
The Glow Editorial Team · Editorial Team
Independent editorial team · glow.com.au/authors/
Updated
April 2026
Fenty

Beauty Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Foundation

$65 AUD · Foundation

50 shades, matte finish, $65 — industry-leading on range.

Shop at Sephora AU
vs
Pat McGrath Labs

Pat McGrath Skin Fetish: Sublime Skin Foundation

$120 AUD · Foundation

Editorial-grade foundation. $120 for a reason. Photography-ready.

Shop at Mecca
The verdict

Pat McGrath wins on finish. Fenty on value.

Pat McGrath Labs Skin Fetish delivers a measurably more luminous, more editorial finish. Fenty Pro Filt'r is still excellent — and at $65 vs $120, is the better everyday pick for most. Pat McGrath for events. Fenty for daily wear.

Side by side

FentyPat McGrath Labs
Price (AUD)$65$120
Shade range5034 (expanding)
FinishSoft matteLuminous
CoverageMedium-fullMedium-full buildable
Best forDaily wearEvents + photography

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