M.A.C Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation is a two-in-one powder and foundation that combines good coverage with ease of application. Designed to be used dry, the powder and pigments create a matte texture.
- We put M∙A∙C Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation to the ultimate test of seeing how long it wears and, not surprisingly, the formula lasts for a full 12 hours! This one-step powder and foundation gives skin a smooth and even ultra-matte finish with medium-to-full buildable coverage – with a velvety texture that allows skin to breathe. Long-wearing, colour-true, non-caking, non-streaking.
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- Studio Fix is a powder and foundation in one that combines good coverage with ease of application. Designed to be used dry, the powder and pigments create a matte, velvety texture. It contains Silica, which helps to maintain a matte finish by absorbing oils on the skin, as well as Talc to provide a smoother, less reflective, matte finish. The talc has been milled to a microscopic size to.
- Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation. One-step powder & foundation glides onto to skin with a matte texture. Peachy golden w/ neutral undertone for medium skin.
Corruption of champions all text. Choosing a foundation can be really daunting, but it’s a key part to our makeup and can make or break a flawless face so it’s important to get it right. Many clients ask me about the labelling of MAC foundations as they don’t understand what NC and NW means and how to colour match themselves.
In colour theory, we’re taught that cool undertones are reds, pinks and blues and that warm undertones are yellow, peaches and golds. However, in MAC labelling, the undertones are the opposite.
NC: Neutral Cool – golden beige undertones.
NW: Neutral Warm – red, pink or blue undertones.
N: Neutral – beige undertones.
C: Cool – Yellow, golden or olive undertones
So a person with yellow, peach or golden undertones would be suited well to an NC foundation whereas a person with red, pink or blue undertones would be better suited to an NW foundation. A person with a beige undertone would be perfectly suited to an N foundation.
You might have heard that some ladies use an NC foundation but have been given an NW concealer, this is because the pink undertone of an NW concealer helps to cancel out dark green under eye circles. For blue tinged under eye circles, you could cancel them out with an NC concealer.
My client Nina has warm undertones (reds in MAC terms) with cool under eye circles (yellow). I used MAC Studio Fix in NC20 over her face to even out and correct the redness and NW10 concealer to correct the dark circles
The number that follows each NC, NW, N or C is simply the colour of each foundation. Sharon, from Sharonthemakeupartist.com explains this perfectly:
“…there are some odd numbers peppered along the way in some of the foundations. For example there is an NC27 or an NW18 in Studio Fix Fluid . These colours don’t have quite as strong an undertone as those that end in 5 or 0. These odd numbers have more of a neutral undertone. So an NC27 is not as yellow as an NC25 but it is a little bit darker.
Conversely there are also plain C’s and plain N’s. These have a stronger yellow or pink undertone than their NC/NW counterparts. Very few of the foundations in the range now have these strong undertones, it’s mostly the old school formulas like Face and Body, or Studio Fix Powder.”
The shade I wear myself is NC15 – this is much more flattering to my skin tone and helps to cancel out any unwanted redness over my cheek area. This is my personal preference too and I find that the NC blends seamlessly into my skin. I find that with the majority of my clients, an NC foundation always looks better and evens the skin tone beautifully.
The most important thing is to make sure that your foundation matches with your chest and looks natural. If you are still struggling, don’t be afraid to ask a counter makeup artist for advice and a colour match. Makeup is all about having fun so there is no wrong or right way to wear your foundation, as long as you have a good match and avoid the dreaded ‘tideline’ around the neck, you’re good to go! Whatsapp gold free full version crack.
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Hey everyone… I’m back with another product review from MAC…As you know, MAC Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 Foundation is my favourite liquid foundation. Today, I’m reviewing my favourite compact. It is the MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation in the shade NC 44.5.
I use NC 45 in liquid foundation and NC 44.5 in powder foundation.
What is MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation?*: A one step application of foundation and powder. Gives skin a smooth, flawless, all-matte, full coverage finish. Long-wearing: lasts for upto eight hours. A real all-in-one. The choice of pros, and a long time favourite of M.A.C. fans.
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Price: Rs. 1600 for 15g.
Packaging: Standard MAC packaging. Black carton with white imprint. The case of the powder + foundation is also standard MAC, black matte case with white imprint. Inside, the case is divided into two compartments. The upper compartment has the powder+foundation, the lower one is to store the sponge applicator. The lower part of the case has many holes in it, probably to allow ventilation of the sponge, eh… The case has a round mirror on the inside of the lid. The case shuts securely, and is travel friendly.
Applicator:The applicator is made up of soft latex sponge. It is white in color, and very flexible. Can be washed and reused.
Mac Studio Fix Powder Review
Shade:NC44.5 is meant for girls with olive skin or yellow undertones, whatever you may call it. It has no pinkish tint to it, and does not leave a white cast on my skin. Blends perfectly with my skin tone.
Consistency and texture: the powder is very smooth to touch, and very pigmented.
I am in love with MAC Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 Foundation, but ever since summers approached here in Delhi, wearing a liquid foundation on a daily basis becomes a TASK! I went to the store and tried this foundation, and instantly fell in love with how the skin felt on application of this powder. It makes my skin soft and smooth. The MUA suggested a shade lighter than liquid foundation, and I picked up NC 44.5 for myself. Also, since I have oily skin, I am always on the lookout for products which can make my face look mattified, this one fits the bill perfectly. It controls shine on my face for 3-4 hours when applied with the applicator provided, and for 2-3 hours when applied with a powder brush.
Coverage: provides medium coverage when applied with the applicator, which can be built. Although it does not cover pigmentation completely.
Pros:
Mac Studio Fix Powder
·Provides medium coverage, which is buildable.
·Feels weightless on the skin, perfect for summers. Makes skin smooth.
·Sturdy, travel friendly packaging
·The case has a mirror, so you can touch up anytime, anywhere.
·Available in a lot of shades, so all of you can find your match easily.
Cons:
·MAC is not available everywhere/ online
Verdict: this is my HG compact, and I’d recommend this to anybody on the lookout for a powder which keeps skin mattified, and also provides some coverage in a jiffy. Perfect stuff for summers!!
Rating: 9.5/10
* Information source: MAC Cosmetics website