Mac Studio Fix Foundation Mac Studio Fix Fluid Mac Studio Fix Powder Makeup Foundation Mac Foundation Dupes Mac Studio Finish Concealer Mac Makeup Products Makeup Kit Makeup Dupes Forward Mac Studio Fix Fluid Foundation Shades. MAC studio fix powder plus foundation:NC35. Hello my lovlies, after my lipsticks, i was keen enough to write about the only foundation that, I possess, the MAC STUDIO FIX PLUS POWDER FOUNDATION, my shade is NC35. I am an NC45 as well. Revlon Colorstay is great, BUT it runs Just an itty bitty too dark for me. If I mix it with my NC45, it comes out nearly perfect and I can pull it off. Nearly Naked Revlon is a good match for me. Maybelline Fit Me in 320 was close. BTW, the Colorstay.
Overview
Let me just start by saying that I love both foundations equally. There is a lots of misconception that Revlon ColorStay is a dupe for Mac Studio Fix Fluid. The main difference between this two foundations is the fact that Mac Studio Fix is very blendable but Revlon ColorStay sets as soon as it touches the skin. The whole Studio range was created in mind with make up artists that need a foundation that is very blendable and gives them a lot of time to work with it.
Packaging
Both Mac Studio Fix and Revlon ColorStay come in a standard 30ml glass bottle. Also both of them doesn't come with a pump when you buy them, but you can purchase a pump for Mac Studio Fix from Mac Store or online, but theres no pump for Revlon ColorStay.
Colour Range
Mac and Revlon has really wide selection of shades and I think that pretty much everyone will find a good mach for them in both Mac and Revlon. If you are familiar with Mac then you know that their foundation shades are divided into two groups, NC (Neutral Cool) and NW (Neutral Warm). NC is more yellow/blue and NW is more pink/peachy which makes it really easy when it comes to selecting your foundation shade. However both Mac and Revlon lack really pale, almost white shades or a white foundation that could be mixed with darker shaded. If you have a Mac Pro card then you can get Mac Face and Body in white, however Face and Body dosen't have a good coverage. My shade in Mac is NC15 and 150 Buff in Revlon. Below is a colour chart for Revlon ColorStay vs Mac Studio Fix:
Ivory: NW15/ NC15 lightest of the bunch
Buff: NC20 best match for fair NCs
Sand Beige: NC20-25 with somewhat neutral undertones
Nude: NC25 with peachy undertones, definitely not for pinks or true golden
Natural Beige: NW20 tends to run pink
Medium Beige: NC27 between Sand Beige and Golden Beige
Fresh Beige: NW25 with pinky undertones
Golden Beige: NC30 with truest yellow/olive undertones
Warm Golden: NW30/NC30 with somewhat neutral undertones
True Beige: NW30 with pinky undertones (for Fresh Beige in summer)
Natural Tan: NC40/NC42 more neutral than golden caramel
Early Tan: NW35 with somewhat peach undertones
Rich Tan: NW35 with pinkish undertones
Golden Caramel: NC40/NC42 more golden than natural tan
Toast: NW43/NC45 with neutral undertones
Rich Ginger: NW45 very peachy-pink
Caramel: NC45 seems to run true to color
Mac Studio Fix Fluid Foundation
Cappucino: NC50 slightly more peach than Caramel
Mahogany: NW50/NC55 the darkest of NWs but not extremely peachy
Mocha: NW55 seems to be very cool toned, almost grey undertone
Coverage
Mac Studio Fix allows you to bild up the coverage which means get a very light coverage or a full coverage depending on what you need. Revlon ColorStay gives you a very full coverage without much ability to sheer it out unless you mix it with some moisturiser or primer (I recommend the second). Also when applying Revlon ColorStay with a brush it can look patchy because it sets very quickly and becomes very thick.
Staying Power
Both Mac Studio Fix and Revlon ColorStay are long lasting foundations. Mac Studio Fix stays flawless for up to 15-16 hours, also it doesn't oxidise on me. Revlon ColorStay starts to wear off after about 10-12 hours which I think is still pretty good but it oxidises after about 7-8 hours which is a no no for me. I set all of my foundations with a setting powder.
Application/Finish
As I mentioned Mac Studio Fix is very easy to apply with either fingers, brush or damp sponge and doesn't need a lots of blending. It gives a really nice finish, its somewhere in between natural and matte. Revlon ColorStay is more runny consitancy, but as soon as it touches skin it becomes really thick and hard to blend. I usually apply it with a damp sponge. The finish it gives is at first dewy(thats because I apply it with a damp sponge) but after few seconds it sets matte.
MAC foundation may be worth the splurge, but these drugstore dupes are equally impressive.
Every beauty junkie knows that MAC makeup has a stellar reputation in the cosmetics community, large in part to the consistency and complexity of their products. Foundation is one of the beauty brand’s top sellers, and with one of the most diverse offerings of tones and shades, we totally understand why.
Nonetheless, MAC makeup doesn’t come cheap. And while we understand that staples like foundation are worth the splurge, some less expensive alternatives give the cult classic a run for its money. We found the stiffest competition in shades for every skin tone, and discovered how these drugstore dupes measure up to the masters at MAC.
After you check out our beauty breakdown, tell us about your all-time favorite drugstore dupes in the comment section below!
Light Skin – MAC Shade NC25 Dupe
If you’re obsessed with Mac Shade NC25, but can’t afford to keep refilling your supply then head to your local drugstore for a bottle of Revlon Colorstay 24hrs Makeup in Warm Golden 310. The Revlon shade is nearly indistinguishable from the MAC version, and it’s even suitable for sensitive skin. Available for $14.29 at cvs.com
Medium Skin – MAC Shade NC37 Dupe
Dupes For Mac Studio Fix Foundation Nc45 Studio
MAC Pro Longwear Compact Foundation is a favorite of girls on the go because the convenient packaging allows for last minute touchups. L’oreal True Match Super Blendable Blush in Soft Sun W7-8 is a more lightweight formula than MAC’s Compact Foundation, and it’s oil-free and non-comodegenic. Like the name implies, it blends easily to create a flawless finish, and the product is ideal for combination skin. Available for $9.99 at ulta.com.
Dark Skin – MAC Shade NC50 Dupe
If you love the effortless application of MAC foundation, then this dupe will definitely impress you. Maybelline Dream Matte Mousse Foundation in Caramel Dark 2 is formulated with jojoba oil, which keeps skin smooth and soothed, which is essential when rocking a matte finish. And best of all, this refreshing foundation quenches dry skin. Available for $6.85 at amazon.com