Nc means neutral cool and in mac products that means you have a warmer skin toneso when asking what does it translate to in other brands. If nw15 is too light for you and nw20 is too dark for you, these foundation shades might suit you. Shop for foundation online with our foundation shade match tool. While we work to ensure that product information is correct, on occasion manufacturers may alter their ingredient lists. I love a full coverage foundation, in fact, thats all i. Tell us what foundation you are currently using and we will give you a scientifically accurate match to other foundations. Anyone else in my color range that is using the ysl foundation. This is is going to be useful for someone that is completely new to the world of foundation and wants to know about the different shades they should look out for, but i wouldnt really recommend choosing a shade from this section because they vairy quite a bit, even. Mac studio fix nc25 though way too heavy mac sheer pressed powder in nc20. Fair 2 is every so slightly paler and armani 2 and 3 could equally work to match it. This is a post for those of you fair girls like me.
Tell us what foundation you are currently using that you already know suits your skintone. This is what i was looking for however when i put in nw15 its giving me nc15 matches in other mac products so i am not sure how accurate this is. Take a look at the below list and hopefully you find it helpful. Mac studio fix fluid foundation with spf 15 mac cosmetics. Applies, builds and blends easily and evenly while controlling shine. Applies smoothly, builds coverage quickly and easily. Mac studio sculpt joined the ranks of mac foundations a few years ago to sit alongside the likes of mac studio fix fluid foundation. Perfect nc25 foundation matches find your foundation shade. 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. Plus, learn which blemish concealer, blush color, and setting. Find your foundation shade match dermablend professional. Im an nc 30 for mac studio fix powder plus foundation but nc 25 for the mac studio. Match your mac foundation with a more affordable yet the best drug store. Select your skin tone depth, then choose your undertone to meet your shade match.
My drugstore history ive typically makeup geekmakeup inspomakeup tips beauty makeuphair makeupfair girlsmac dupesbeauty bibledrugstore foundation. Loreal true match vs mac c3 nw20 c6 nw40 c9 nw45 n4 nw25 n7 nw35 w3 n. This modern foundation combines a matte finish and mediumtofull buildable coverage with broad spectrum spf 15 protection. I use the mac mineralize satinfinish and that seems to be an excellent match for my skin. Check out my tutorial of me wearing this foundation here in w6 and here in w4. How to find the right foundation and drugstore foundation. Medium to full coverage with a natural, matte finish. Finding your foundation match online clares beauty. Mac studio fix fluid nw20 as i stated in the title, im a nw 20 which means that i have cool undertones that need to be neutralized by a yellow toned foundation. Finding drugstore foundation is the worst because theres no testers. Add to cart add to cart add to cart add to cart add to cart customer rating. Foundation shade guide mac nc25nc30 to nc35nc40 shade.
May 25, 2018 mac nw20 revlon colorstay natural beige 220. Nars radiant creamy concealer, what colour should i choose. Applies, builds and blends easily and evenly while controlling oil and shine with a noncaking, breathable formula. The number that follows each nc, nw, n or c is simply the colour of each foundation. I am trying to spend less money on makeup and the only thing i cant find is a good foundation.
Discover mac foundation, with a wide variety of shades youre sure to find your match. Mac mineralize moisture foundation nw20 mac makeup. Mac nc20 i really want to try the ysl touche eclat foundation. Select the foundationconcealer shades youve used before that are a good match for your skin. Here is the foundation equalivent for revlon colorstay, keep in mind the mac studio fix. Im an nc 30 for mac studio fix powder plus foundation but nc 25 for the mac studio fix fluid. A onestep powder and foundation that gives skin a smooth, flawless, allmatte finish with mediumtofull coverage and a velvety texture that allows skin to breathe. Understanding nc, nw, c and n in mac foundations posted in beauty choosing a foundation can be really daunting, but its a key part to our makeup and can make or break a flawless face so its important to get it right. For example there is an nc27 or an nw18 in studio fix fluid. I know its so frustrating to find a drugstore foundation that matches you perfectly, and since ive had a lot of luck with drugstore foundations in the recent months, i thought id share that with you. Going though my matches, i then saw mac studio fix fluid nw15, nw and nw10. For more accurate matching, enter another foundation that youve used. Your foundation shade match is guaranteed so you can exchange the product if you are unhappy with the match. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times.
View entire discussion 4 comments more posts from the drugstoremua community. I wanted to make that super useful resource easier to use, so ive extracted the shade info from the thread and sorted it by mac shade. Comfortable and longwearing, it helps minimize the appearance of pores and imperfections, giving skin a smoother, more flawless look and finish. Mac studio fix fluid foundation spf 15 is suitable for anyone with any skin type who wants mediumtofull buildable coverage and a matte finish.
We put mac 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. For all my fair, pink toned girls out there, do not buy foundations that are pink tinged because it will only look odd. Shade finder mac studio fix fluid spf 15 foundation ulta. Studio fix fluid spf 15 foundation mac cosmetics official. Nc 20 is definitely too dark and pulls orange on me, but nc 15 may be a tad light. Find your foundation color match for popular foundations and concealers by 100s of brands like mac, revlon, fenty, maybelline, and more. List your foundation shades if i dont have a perfect match in the line, i prefer to go lighter. I love mac concealersi wear nw30, i have beige skin but im indian and i do get reddish in the heatcold. We recommend shade nw20 for fairlight or light skin tones with pink, moderately pink undertones. You dont need to balance out your skin with foundation, you want your foundation to match your natural skin tone as well as possible, so yeah, if youre warm toned you wear a warm tone foundation, and vice versa. I am using mac pro longwear concealer in the colour nw20. While theyre opposite formulas and both suit a very specific type of consumer. Mac mineralize moisture spf 15 foundation broad spectrum nw20. I love a full coverage foundation, in fact, thats all i wear but even some foundations are too heavy for me.
New mac foundation studio fix fluid foundation spf 15 nw20. If you are like me you want to also buy every mac concealer they have lol as i was organizing my beauty products i realized i own all the mac concealers except for one except for palette and corrector they had a sale and well here i am. A bpamc mac concealer guide so you can find your perfect match or two or three. Match your mac foundation with a more affordable yet the best drug store foundationand. Select the foundation concealer shades youve used before that are a good match for your skin. Weve put this blog together to compare shades and brands for you to help you on your shade matching journey. Feb 18, 2015 also, for my pale sistas, i want to give you guys some drugstore matches for nc20 or nc25 and makeup forever n120 skin tones. We have compared this to mac nw20 which is a little warmer so again it. Mac nw20 is described by the brand as rosy beige with rosy undertone for light skin. I was matched to b30 and bd10 by the same mua at sephoras. I tried fit me 110 and i think it might be a touch too light and i liked the coverage and color of nxy light in the foundation stick the third lightest shade. Actual item may vary depending on fill and condition. Longwearing, colourtrue, noncaking, nonstreaking, nonsettlingcreasing, nonfading all for 12 hours.
Nc always seems to make me look jaundiced in photos or too tanned looking. Second skin foundation matching blog find your shade. The confusing thing being that mac considers pink to be warm and yellow cool, yet some cosmetics companies state the opposite. Understanding nc, nw, c and n in mac foundations rachael. Find my matches for best results, tell us at least one more shade youve used before. Find the best foundation match and fit me regimen for your skin tone and type with the maybelline fit me foundation shade finder.
Ideally i am looking for a cream to powder foundation similar to studio tech. So heres a handy list of all of my foundation shade matches in one spot for all of you mac nc25 people out there. Estee lauder double wear vs mac studio fix she might be loved. Dermablend was created by a dermatologist for when you choose to cover. Mac nc 15 approximate since i dont own any mac foundations, but i did swatch in store. Also, for my pale sistas, i want to give you guys some drugstore matches for nc20 or nc25 and makeup forever n120 skin tones. I am going to buy nars radiant creamy concealer, but i am not sure which colour. Nov 18, 20 drugstore foundation color matches for nc25 to nc30 update november 2015. Mac foundation shades estee lauder double wear shades. Im fair with a mix of slight warm and neutral undertones. Mac studio fix fluid foundation spf 15 is a modern foundation with a natural matte finish and broad spectrum protection. Loreal true match vs mac c3 nw20 c6 nw40 c9 nw45 n4. May 10, 2019 if you are like me you want to also buy every mac concealer they have lol as i was organizing my beauty products i realized i own all the mac concealers except for one except for palette and corrector they had a sale and well here i am. Drugstore foundation color matches for nc25 to nc30 update november 2015.