URBAN DECAY Face Bond Self-Setting Waterproof Foundation Shade 5 — Medium Coverage, Natural Matte Finish

Urban Decay Face Bond is a self-setting, water- and sweat-resistant medium-coverage foundation that dries to a natural matte finish while delivering 3% niacinamide to help improve skin texture feel.

This lightweight, buildable formula uses built-in spherical setting powders to absorb oil and lock the product to skin—eliminating the need for separate setting powder. Designed to be transfer-resistant and smudge-proof for long wear, it’s available in 40 shades and formulated to be non-comedogenic and vegan. Below you’ll find quick answers to the most common buyer questions, plus practical application tips and specifics about performance.

How does Face Bond hold up during a long, active day?

Face Bond is created to resist sweat, humidity, and transfer through a blend of setting powders and film-forming ingredients. Once applied and allowed to set, the finish helps repel sebum and excess moisture so coverage stays put longer.

• Waterproof, sweat-proof, and humidity-proof formulation
• Built-in spherical setting powders absorb oil and reduce shine
• Transfer-resistant for extended wear (up to the brand’s stated wear time)

What are the coverage level and finish—can I layer it?

This foundation provides medium, buildable coverage that can be customized depending on your tool of choice. It dries to a natural matte that blurs skin without looking flat, and you can layer for more coverage where you need it.

• One drop gives light-to-medium coverage; additional drops build coverage
• Use a damp sponge for a skin-like, blended look
• Brush application delivers more control and buildability; fingers offer maximum coverage

Does the formula offer skincare benefits and is it skin-friendly?

Yes—this foundation includes 3% niacinamide, a skincare ingredient chosen to help improve the feel of skin texture after continued use. The formula is non-comedogenic and designed to be lightweight so it doesn’t clog pores.

• Contains 3% niacinamide — clinically tested to improve texture feel in four weeks of daily use*
• Non-acnegenic and non-comedogenic for fewer pore-clogging concerns
• Vegan formula suitable for many skin types looking for cosmetic plus-care benefits

Which shade range and undertones are available—how do I pick my match?

Urban Decay offers 40 shades spanning fair to deep tones, with a variety of undertones including options with Chromium Oxide Green pigments for olive complexions. When choosing, consider natural lighting and test along the jawline to ensure the best blend between face and neck.

• 40 shades covering light to deep skin tones with multiple undertones
• Chromium Oxide Green pigments in select shades to suit olive undertones
• Test a small amount along the jawline and adjust formula amount for desired coverage

Who is this for? Face Bond suits people who want a modern, all-in-one foundation that reduces routine steps by combining foundation and self-setting powder. It’s ideal for those seeking a natural matte look with medium, buildable coverage, and for users who value long-wear, transfer-resistant performance plus a skincare-forward ingredient like niacinamide. If you prefer dewy finishes or heavy, full-coverage concealing in one layer, you may need to layer or combine with other products depending on your desired result.

Note: Clinical testing referenced applies to a four-week study of daily users per the brand. Results may vary by individual skin type and usage.

Ingredients

AQUA / WATER / EAU • ISODODECANE • DIMETHICONE • ALCOHOL DENAT. • TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE • BUTYLENE GLYCOL • NIACINAMIDE • PEG-10 DIMETHICONE • PERLITE • SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE • SILICA • CALCIUM ALUMINUM BOROSILICATE • ISOPROPYL LAUROYL SARCOSINATE • DIISOPROPYL SEBACATE • DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE • BIS-PEG/PPG-14/14 DIMETHICONE • MAGNESIUM SULFATE • DISODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE • PHENOXYETHANOL • CELLULOSE • DIPENTAERYTHRITYL TETRAHYDROXYSTEARATE/TETRAISOSTEARATE • SILICA SILYLATE • TOCOPHEROL • ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE