Mac Fix Fluid Foundation Shades

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  1. Mac Studio Fix Fluid Foundation Shades
  2. Mac Fluid Foundation
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.
Mac studio fix fluid foundation shades
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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.

What I found is that my face felt very tight and sticky. It didn't cover my pores up very well, if anything it showed them off a little more and it certainly did not need powder to set, simple 5 seconds for a flawless (kinda) face! I couldn't work out if I liked this. Not only is it meant to stay on for 15 hours, it's also humidity proof, which I can certainly vouch for that but it doesn't last 15 hours, not looking perfect anyway. It also took my hardcore facial cleanser to get it off, and even then I needed a second cleanse to really get it off thoroughly.
Obviously I didn't want to just give it one try, so I bought a bottle in my actual colour and starting trying to wear it. It's by far the most difficult foundation I've ever come across and extremely difficult to use and perfect. My first thoughts on this still stand to this day.

Pros
  • Stays in place.
  • Doesn't crease on eyelids.
  • Powder isn't always needed.
  • One layer should be enough.
Mac Fix Fluid Foundation Shades
Beautymakeup

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.

What I found is that my face felt very tight and sticky. It didn't cover my pores up very well, if anything it showed them off a little more and it certainly did not need powder to set, simple 5 seconds for a flawless (kinda) face! I couldn't work out if I liked this. Not only is it meant to stay on for 15 hours, it's also humidity proof, which I can certainly vouch for that but it doesn't last 15 hours, not looking perfect anyway. It also took my hardcore facial cleanser to get it off, and even then I needed a second cleanse to really get it off thoroughly.
Obviously I didn't want to just give it one try, so I bought a bottle in my actual colour and starting trying to wear it. It's by far the most difficult foundation I've ever come across and extremely difficult to use and perfect. My first thoughts on this still stand to this day.

Pros
  • 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.
Cons
  • Can feel heavy.
  • Doesn't stay in place through humidity.
I think it's just the way of how they feel and even years after originally writing this post in 2013, I still don't love Estée Lauder, whereas I have about 6 MAC foundations (5 are empty). MAC is just more build-able, it's easier to apply, it doesn't look terrible when you have to trace around your lips after a smudge and the double wear is just an uncomfortable wear for me. It's tight, it's overly heavy and if you touch your face it's completely messed up.

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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 15Fair
Bare Minerals Original SPF 15 Powder FoundationFairly Light
BECCA Ultimate Coverage Complexion Creme FoundationCashmerereview
Benefit Hello Flawless Oxygen WowIvory (I'm so pure)
Bourjois Healthy Mix#52
Chanel Vitalumiere Aquabeige rose
Clinique BB cream2
Clinique SuperbalancedFair
Collection Naturally Matt FoundationIvory 2review
CoverFX Natural Finish FoundationG20
Dior Nude Air20
Dior Nude BB Creme Fair 002 (in spring)
DiorSkin Star20
Estee Lauder Double Wear2C1 Pure Beigereview
IT Cosmetics Anti-Aging CC CreamLightreview
KVD Lock-It Powder Light 45
Lancôme Teint Idole 230 Buff (w)
MAC Face and BodyN2
MAC Face and BodyC1
MAC Studio Fix FluidNW 20
MAC Studio SculptNW 20
Make up Forever HD Foundation (old formula)N120
Mally Beauty Complexion Perfection Soft Focus FoundationLightreview
Maybelline Fit Me Foundation120 Classic Ivoryreview
Missha — M Signature Real Complete BB CreamNo.21/Light Pink Beige
NARS Gobi
Nars Radiant Cream FoundationDeauville (in winter)
NARS Radiant Creamy ConcealerVanilla
NARS Sheer GlowPunjab
NARS Sheer GlowDeauville
NARS Sheer Glow FoundationDeauville (in winter)
NYX — Stay Matte But Not Flat Powder Foundation04 Creamy Natural
Osmosis+ Colour Performance Wear Satin FoundationNatural Lightreview
Pur Minerals Air Perfection CC Cushion Compact Foundation Mediumreview
Pur Minerals HydraFluid Water Serum FoundationMediumreview
Revlon 2-in-1 Colorstay CompactNudereview
Revlon Colorstay220 Natural Beige
Revlon Colorstay Nude
Revlon Colorstay Porcelain
Senna Lasting Illusion Satin Finish Foundation Sandreview
Sulwhasoo Perfecting Cushion Foundation#11review
Tarte Amazonian ClayLight Sand
Tarte Amazonian clay 12-hour full coverageLight Beige
The Ordinary Serum Foundation1.2Preview
Too Faced Born This WayNudereview
UD Naked Skin3.5
UD Naked Skin Ultra Definition PowderFair Neutral
Urban Decay Naked Skin0.5
Urban Decay Naked Skin1.5
Youngblood Liquid Mineral FoundationPebblereview
YSL Fusion Ink FoundationB(r) 30 Cool Almond (in summer)
YSL Touche Éclat Le TeintB30review
Za Perfect Fit Two-Way Foundation0C00review




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