Mac Studio Fix Liquid

MAC Cosmetics Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15: rated 3 out of 5 on MakeupAlley. See 2980 member reviews and photos.

• The MAC Studio fix fluid foundation was one of the brand foundations (many shades) in my professional kit when as a newbie Artist I was looking for a good base for the clients and after lots of good reviews and some recommendations I decided to buy this product.
• MAC Cosmetics Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation: rated 4 out of 5 on MakeupAlley. See 3951 member reviews and photos.

M.A.C is something I desperately wanted to try; since all these years I heard my friends and a lot of people loving their lipsticks and foundations. I don't have a M.A.C store nearby but have to travel to High Street Phoenix Mall which is like 45 mins to 1 hour away from my home. One day I made up my mind and finally got one M.A.C Retro Matte lipstick and Studiofix fluid foundation from the store.

After trying some shades, I found that NC 42 exactly matches my skin tone (NC has yellow undertones while NW has pink undertones). I was a bit confused between NC 40 and NC 42, but the SA suggested me to go with NC 42 as it looked natural. So, here is the review:

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:

A modern foundation that combines a natural matte finish and medium-buildable coverage with broad spectrum UVA/UVB SPF 15. Comfortable and long-wearing: lasts for up to eight hours. Applies smoothly, builds coverage quickly and easily. Contains specially treated micronized pigments and soft-focus powders for a super-smooth look that helps minimize the appearance of imperfections. Absorbs and disperses oil. Contains special skin-conditioning ingredients. Oil free.

Mac Studio Fix Fluid Nw20

MY TAKE ON M.A.C STUDIOFIX FLUID FOUNDATION NC 42

Packaging: The foundation comes in a very sturdy glass bottle which won't break easily. The bottle is transparent and comes with a black screw cap with matte-velvet finish. The foundation bottle has a wide opening and you need to buy a pump dispenser separately if you want to take out the product without any mess. I wanted to buy a pump dispenser too but I had to pay INR 1000 extra for it :/ with that amount I might take another foundation from Maybelline :/ I skipped the pump and made up my mind to use the foundation directly just like I use the Maybelline Fit Me Foundation. Ok, I am being cheap here I know! :p The cap fits perfectly and the bottle is travel friendly.

Texture: The consistency of foundation is very thick but it spreads quite easily- you only need to be quick in blending as it dries quickly.

Shade: Choosing the right M.A.C foundation shade is an art in itself! You just cannot make out the exact shade when you buy online and these is 90% chance that you will get the wrong shade. I suggest you visit a M.A.C store and try the shades for yourself. NC 40 and NC 42 both suited me but I purchased NC 42 since it looked natural and was the exact shade of my skin. NC 40 would make me look fairer but NC 42 was the best choice!- no fake tint or obvious colour difference between face and neck.

Fragrance: If you ask me what is that I don't like in this foundation, I would say its fragrance. I don't know what it smells like but it is certainly not pleasant! It won't bother much as it vanishes once you are done with application.

How I use and staying power: I use my PAC mini beauty blender to apply this foundation. I apply a sunscreen underneath, make tiny dots all over my face and quickly blend it out as it dries quickly. Once it sets (it needs to be set meaning my face to dry since I used a beauty blender), it forms a matte finish which looks natural just like your second skin! This shade matches my skin tone so well, you won't be able to make out if I have applied a foundation or not! So what is the use of wearing this? Well, it hides all my imperfections like spots, tiny blemishes and to some extent light acne scars and gives a smooth flawless finish (that is what we expect from a foundation right?). Face naturally looks smooth and flawless without obvious fake fair tint. I top it up with Maxfactor crème compact powder and I am good to go.

The foundation stays intact all day which i like. No oiliness at all, just natural matte skin. If you have oily skin with blemishes and spots, this foundation will make you look flawless having normal to dry skin type! I always wished to have a normal to dry skin type like my mom, and I can finally look and feel that way with just a foundation.

Samsung s9 backup to mac. PROS:

Travel friendly
Looks totally natural
Matte finish
Controls oil throughout the day
Suitable for normal to oily skin
Wide range of shades available
Medium to full coverage

CONS:

Mac Studio Fix Stick Foundation

A bit pricey, but it is worth it I feel
Need to pay separately for a pump dispenser
Dry skinned girls need to use a moisturizer underneath

PRICE: INR 2290

MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation Review, Swatches: Hello everyone! Here, I will be reviewing MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation which is one from those popular brands known for its foundations. But Seriously! Wait. Let's go through the full review to know whether the product is worth your money or not!!

Claims for MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation ( as per their website)

A modern foundation that combines a natural matte finish and medium to full buildable coverage with SPF 15 protection. Applies, builds and blends easily and evenly. Comfortable and long-wearing: lasts for up to eight hours. Applies smoothly, builds coverage quickly and easily. It helps minimize the appearance of imperfections, giving skin a smoother, more flawless look and finish.

Mac Studio Fix Liquid

Price

$27.00 for 30 ml in the USA
2290/- INR for 30 ml in India

Ingredients

Octinoxate 2.50% Other: Water/Aqua/Eau, Cyclopentasiloxane, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Dimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Silica, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Algae Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lecithin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Xanthan Gum, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Methoxy Amodimethicone/Silsesquioxane Copolymer, Laureth-7, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Propylene Carbonate, BHT, Chloroxylenol, Phenoxyethanol [ /- Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288)

Also read:MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation Review

In Detail MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation Review, Swatches and My Experience

(Shade: NC 30)

The MAC Studio fix fluid foundation was one of the brand foundations (many shades) in my professional kit when as a newbie Artist I was looking for a good base for the clients and after lots of good reviews and some recommendations I decided to buy this product.

Moving on to its packaging, the Foundation comes in a heavy glass jar bottle with a black screw cap on it without pump which makes it NOT so travel friendly. This foundation comes in a wide range of shades range- NW (Neutral Warm) which is meant for cool, pink undertones and NC (Neutral cool) which is for warm, yellow undertones. So don't get confused.

The texture of this foundation is creamy (not runny) and quiet thick in consistency but blends easily. It can be applied using a beauty blender or buffing brush. I prefer using Real Techniques Buffing Brush. The coverage it provides is medium to high which sets the face to a natural matte finish.

Now let's talk about the formula. It's a silicon based product and has the tendency to break-out the sensitive skin types. People having normal to oily skin can give it a try but if you have dry and sensitive acne-prone skin like me then STAY AWAY from this product and I found it even oxidises a little on my skin also. The good thing is that the product has a good staying power. It lasts up to 6-7 hours easily even without a primer.

God! You know what! MAC is NOT a cruelty- free brand. They test their products on innocent animals. So I'll definitely try to use cruelty free brand next time.

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Pros of MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation

1. Contains SPF 15
2. Long-wearing
3. Natural matte finish
4. Wide range of shades
5. Good for normal to oily skin
6. Good coverage

Cons of MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation

1. Tests on Animals
2. Won't suit dry / sensitive skin type
3. Oxidises a little on my skin
4. Not budget friendly
5. Not Travel friendly

MBF Rating

3/5

MBF Advises

This foundation is a good for oily skin people who want a good coverage and a matte finish otherwise for Dry or acne-prone sensitive skin, it's a BIG No-No.

Hope this review is going to be helpful! Love