28th March 2016
We put M∙A∙C Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 to the ultimate test of seeing how long it wears and, not surprisingly, the formula lasts for a full 24 hours! This modern matte, liquid foundation combines medium-to-full buildable coverage with broad spectrum SPF 15 protection. Applies, builds and blends easily and evenly while controlling shine with a non-caking, breathable formula that does not.
- This item MAC STUDIO FIX FLUID SPF 15 FOUNDATION SHADE NW46 by M.A.C. MAC - Studio Fix Fluid SPF15 - NW45 30ml/1oz. MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation SPF15 NC50. MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation SPF15 NC55. MAC Matchmaster 8.5 SPF 15 Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 15 1.2oz/35ml. Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart.
- 'NC' means 'neutral cool' the reason the yellow toned ones are labeled 'cool' is because yellow can be in that slightly greenish hue. Green is a true cool tone.
- Applies, builds and blends easily and evenly. Comfortable and long-wearing, it helps minimize the appearance of pores and imperfections, giving skin a smoother, more flawless look and finish. 67 all inclusive shades with buildable coverage and 24 hour wear. FIND YOUR STUDIO FIX UNDERTONEC (Cool): Ideal for golden & olive undertonesNC (Neutral-Cool): Ideal for mostly golden & olive.
Estée Lauder Double Wear VS MAC Studio Fix
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Mac Studio Fix Fluid Foundation Shades
Estée Lauder Double Wear VS MAC Studio Fix
These two are constantly compared, so as massive fan of MAC Studio Fix I thought it was only fair to get a hold of some Double Wear and test them out against each other. I love a full coverage foundation, in fact, that's all I wear but even some foundations are too heavy for me.
Who am I you might be wondering? I'm an award-winning beauty blogger and (if I do say so myself), I know good makeup when I see it.
- £32.50 for 30ml
- SPF 10
- 15 hours wear
- Over 50 shades
My first time trying this was when I headed over to boots to check it out and was informed that they didn't have the lightest shade in Egg Shell. Instead the lady gave me a sample of the second lightest, just so I could see how it feels on my skin and how long it lasts.
- Stays in place.
- Doesn't crease on eyelids.
- Powder isn't always needed.
- One layer should be enough.
Estée Lauder Double Wear VS MAC Studio Fix
Want to know what foundation I wear now? Check out my Instagram page!
Mac Studio Fix Fluid Foundation Shades
Estée Lauder Double Wear VS MAC Studio Fix
These two are constantly compared, so as massive fan of MAC Studio Fix I thought it was only fair to get a hold of some Double Wear and test them out against each other. I love a full coverage foundation, in fact, that's all I wear but even some foundations are too heavy for me.
Who am I you might be wondering? I'm an award-winning beauty blogger and (if I do say so myself), I know good makeup when I see it.
- £32.50 for 30ml
- SPF 10
- 15 hours wear
- Over 50 shades
My first time trying this was when I headed over to boots to check it out and was informed that they didn't have the lightest shade in Egg Shell. Instead the lady gave me a sample of the second lightest, just so I could see how it feels on my skin and how long it lasts.
- Stays in place.
- Doesn't crease on eyelids.
- Powder isn't always needed.
- One layer should be enough.
- Sticky.
- Impossible to apply more on top, basically not buildable at all.
- Cakey feeling.
- Price is a little steep.
- Very heavy.
- £26.00 for 30ml
- SPF 15
- 10 hours wear
- Over 60 shades
I have used and loved MAC Studio Fix for as long as I can remember. It's a medium coverage that can soon be very heavy or with one coat it can leave my skin looking perfected. Mine has never lasted 10 hours though, never, that's slightly ridiculous. I'll always have to reapply either over it (as this foundation does allow for that) or take it off and start again completely depending on how hard of a day I've had. It'll continue to be a foundation that I will always use and love.
Pros
- Very easy to apply.
- Powder sets it in place nicely.
- Can add more on top.
- Doesn't dry too fast.
- Reasonably priced.
- Free lipstick when you return 6 empty MAC products.
- Can feel heavy.
- Doesn't stay in place through humidity.
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Buying foundation is such a hit or miss thing for me. Somehow I always end up with a shade that's completely wrong for me. And then I discovered this fantastic megathread at r/MakeupAddiction where the makeup aficionados there listed all the popular foundation shades that matched their skin tones.
I wanted to make that super useful resource easier to use, so I've extracted the shade info from the thread and sorted it by MAC shade.
The full list contains all the MAC shades.
Enjoy!
warm neutral beige with rosy undertone for light to medium skinTry these foundation shades if you are matched to NW20.
Mac Fluid Foundation
Bare Minerals Original SPF 15 | Fair | |
Bare Minerals Original SPF 15 Powder Foundation | Fairly Light | |
BECCA Ultimate Coverage Complexion Creme Foundation | Cashmere | review |
Benefit Hello Flawless Oxygen Wow | Ivory (I'm so pure) | |
Bourjois Healthy Mix | #52 | |
Chanel Vitalumiere Aqua | beige rose | |
Clinique BB cream | 2 | |
Clinique Superbalanced | Fair | |
Collection Naturally Matt Foundation | Ivory 2 | review |
CoverFX Natural Finish Foundation | G20 | |
Dior Nude Air | 20 | |
Dior Nude BB Creme | Fair 002 (in spring) | |
DiorSkin Star | 20 | |
Estee Lauder Double Wear | 2C1 Pure Beige | review |
IT Cosmetics Anti-Aging CC Cream | Light | review |
KVD Lock-It Powder | Light 45 | |
Lancôme Teint Idole | 230 Buff (w) | |
MAC Face and Body | N2 | |
MAC Face and Body | C1 | |
MAC Studio Fix Fluid | NW 20 | |
MAC Studio Sculpt | NW 20 | |
Make up Forever HD Foundation (old formula) | N120 | |
Mally Beauty Complexion Perfection Soft Focus Foundation | Light | review |
Maybelline Fit Me Foundation | 120 Classic Ivory | review |
Missha — M Signature Real Complete BB Cream | No.21/Light Pink Beige | |
NARS | Gobi | |
Nars Radiant Cream Foundation | Deauville (in winter) | |
NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer | Vanilla | |
NARS Sheer Glow | Punjab | |
NARS Sheer Glow | Deauville | |
NARS Sheer Glow Foundation | Deauville (in winter) | |
NYX — Stay Matte But Not Flat Powder Foundation | 04 Creamy Natural | |
Osmosis+ Colour Performance Wear Satin Foundation | Natural Light | review |
Pur Minerals Air Perfection CC Cushion Compact Foundation | Medium | review |
Pur Minerals HydraFluid Water Serum Foundation | Medium | review |
Revlon 2-in-1 Colorstay Compact | Nude | review |
Revlon Colorstay | 220 Natural Beige | |
Revlon Colorstay | Nude | |
Revlon Colorstay | Porcelain | |
Senna Lasting Illusion Satin Finish Foundation | Sand | review |
Sulwhasoo Perfecting Cushion Foundation | #11 | review |
Tarte Amazonian Clay | Light Sand | |
Tarte Amazonian clay 12-hour full coverage | Light Beige | |
The Ordinary Serum Foundation | 1.2P | review |
Too Faced Born This Way | Nude | review |
UD Naked Skin | 3.5 | |
UD Naked Skin Ultra Definition Powder | Fair Neutral | |
Urban Decay Naked Skin | 0.5 | |
Urban Decay Naked Skin | 1.5 | |
Youngblood Liquid Mineral Foundation | Pebble | review |
YSL Fusion Ink Foundation | B(r) 30 Cool Almond (in summer) | |
YSL Touche Éclat Le Teint | B30 | review |
Za Perfect Fit Two-Way Foundation | 0C00 | review |