As I had been using cheaper, less effective foundations, I was looking for a superior alternative to the foundations I had been using. I wanted a foundation which would control my oily areas yet provide medium and long lasting coverage. I had heard MAC had a good reputation for its foundations and I had researched their UK website for what foundation would suit me. They have a wide variety of foundations, which all cater for different skin types. One which stood out to me was Studio Fix Fluid. Its description stated that the foundation “absorbs and disperses oil” and helped “minimise the appearance of imperfections”. I found that the foundation stood to such claims and more.
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MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation NW15 Brand: M.A.C. 3.9 out of 5 stars 5 ratings. Available from these sellers. Fragrance-free, dermatologist-recommended. Exclusive By MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation - NW15 15g/0.52oz by MAC. 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,237 ratings 46 answered questions Available from these sellers. Color: NW15 Smooth Skin Flawless skin finish All-matte skin finish 3 new from $38.97. 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 foundation combines a matte finish and medium-to-full buildable coverage with broad spectrum SPF 15 protection. Applies, builds and blends easily and evenly while controlling oil and shine with a non-caking, breathable formula. Exclusive By MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation - NW15 15g/0.52oz 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,699. 7 offers from $37.98. MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation SPF15 NW13.
MAC Studio Fix Fluid NW15 or NC15? I currently use Mac Studio Fix Fluid in NW15 because the make up artist at my MAC counter said I was an NW but I find NW15 is a bit too dark/orangey for me. I'm thinking of ordering the NC15 because I have heard it is a bit lighter.
The foundation is quite thick so you will only need a small amount and applies smoothly and evenly when applied with a foundation brush. Furthermore, the foundation easily covers the red patches on my cheeks, nose and forehead and provides me with a good colour for my skin. This therefore means I don’t have to apply lots of concealer to my skin and the areas I only need to conceal are any spots on my face. The foundation also lightly moisturises my face and neck and this is due to skin conditioning ingredients. The website claims that the foundation lasts for 8 hours and I would agree with this IF you are applying it with a foundation brush. Yet I have found from experience that applying the foundation with a make up sponge means the foundation lasts for a good 6 hours. I therefore suggest using a sponge if you are seeking light coverage or a daytime look and using a foundation brush for medium coverage or if you are going out of a night. The foundation also contains SPF 15, which will protect you from UVA and UVB rays in sunlight. The only major problem I have with the foundation is that I use NW15, which is the second lightest colour MAC produce. The colour is a bit too dark for my skintone and makes my skin look a bit orange, which was not the look I was going for. Though this is the fault of myself and the make up artist at the MAC store for recommending this colour to me and it was not until I applied it at home that I realised it was too dark. MAC also produces a wide range of foundation colours, so it can be hard to pinpoint a suitable colour. So if you are very fair skinned like me, I suggest going for the lightest colour which is NC15. I would also visit the MAC store itself to choose a foundation, as the colours on the website do not accurately reflect how they will look on your own skin. Plus if you do not know which colour suits you, the staff will help you choose one. They are also trained make up artists, so you can therefore trust their judgement. Or even better, try testing suitable foundations on the back of your hand and see how they look in daylight for the best match.
The only place you can buy MAC cosmetics are from the stores themselves, such as the MAC store at The Metquarter in Liverpool. I would advise you NOT to buy MAC from any discount websites, as these are often counterfeit goods and you will not get the results you want. Studio Fix Fluid comes in at £19.50 and is therefore a bit pricey if you are on a budget, though not as expensive as some higher end, designer foundations available. Despite the price, it is a well worth investment. I have been using the foundation since February of this year and I have only needed to purchase another bottle to restock. This is record for me, as I would have to restock my foundation every month before pre Studio Fix. Therefore, the longevity of the foundation significantly outweighs the price tag.
As with all MAC Cosmetics packaging, it’s simple, sleek and modern, letting the cosmetics speak for themselves. All of the boxes the cosmetics come in are matte black with white writing, ensuring its high end brand. Furthermore, the cosmetics themselves come in glass bottles, no cheap plastic, which maybe one reason for the high price. However, the make up only comes with a screw top and no pump. This is as the pump is sold separately and I would therefore buy the pump so the make up can be easily applied.
Excellent foundation, classy packaging though a little pricey and no pump provided.
Links
Studio Fix Foundation: http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/product/shaded/158/1231/Studio-Fix-Fluid-SPF-15/index.tmpl
Foundation Pump: http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/product/135/833/Foundation-Pump/index.tmpl
How do I find my shade in Fenty Beauty?? This question is asked almost daily since the launch of Fenty Beauty. With such a diverse range of colors, its easy to get overwhelmed. I will try and give you references for a good majority of the colors, including shades from other brands that the people who matched to that color normally wear.
Another thing I should mention is I have not dealt with oxidizing of this foundation. Remote mac download. From what I have researched, it just looks darker as it dries down. It also generally takes about 1-2 minutes for the foundation to dry down completely. So don’t be afraid if it looks lighter in the store, it will dry down to a slightly darker matte finish.
**This post will update as I get more responses**
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