- Aug 25, 2014 There is a place for both Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup and MAC Studio Fix Fluid in my life, heart, and makeup cabinet. At the moment, I wear Studio Fix Fluid to work during the day, while I reserve Double Wear for special occasions, nights out, and days where I just want to hide behind a flawless finish.
- Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation One-step powder & foundation glides onto to skin with a matte texture & provides medium to full coverage. Controls oil & shine, too.
Other foundations from MAC (Matchmaster, Face and Body, Studio Sculpt, etc.) make use of different naming systems altogether, which can make finding a good match a dizzying affair. This post will solely be about the Studio Fix Powder Plus foundation and my experience finding a shade match.
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Estée Lauder Double Wear VS MAC Studio Fix
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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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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!!
Estée Lauder Double Wear VS MAC Studio Fix
Want to know what foundation I wear now? Check out my Instagram page!
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.
Pin this:
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.
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.
More Photos and Swatches
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
Mac Studio Fix Colors
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.
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