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About this item Fix Fluid Foundation NC42 - TRUE MEDIUM BEIGE WITH GOLDEN UNDERTONE FOR MEDIUM SKIN (NEUTRAL-COOL) Oil-Free MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation SPF 15 is a modern foundation with a natural matte finish and broad spectrum protection. Achieve a photo-ready complexion with MAC Studio Fix 24-Hour Liquid Concealer; a lightweight, buildable formula that delivers medium to full coverage with a comfortable matte finish. Blending seamlessly onto skin, the fluid.
I am currently obsessed with trying to achieve a flawless face with makeup. I think that working with a blank canvas to apply blush makes the blush that much more beautiful. I used to think that I would never wear face makeup but I finally realized that I had redness in my cheeks and around my nose that I had to neutralize. I have been using Make Up For Ever's Face & Body Liquid Makeup for a couple of weeks and I absolutely love it. It's a water-based foundation, similar to MAC's Face & Body, and it has very light coverage which was what I was looking for at the time. But now I want more coverage, give me more! After a lot of online research, I finally decided on MAC's Studio Fix Powder plus Foundation. Why? 1) A lot of people I know use this powder. 2) Has great reviews on makeupalley. 3) Supposedly provides medium to full coverage. 4) Can be used as a setting powder over liquid foundation. 5) Easy and quick application in the mornings. At the store, the sales associate applied Studio Fix Powder on my face with a large powder brush. I don't know if it was the lighting or the intense mirrors in there but it looked terrible. It looked chaulky and I could see the little hairs and pores on my face. Ew. Then she applied Studio Fix Fluid on the other side of my face with a foundation brush and it was pretty! I really liked it. I bought both, even though I wasn't thrilled with the Studio Fix Powder. I am determined to love it. Plus, MAC has a 30 day return policy. Packaging: The Studio Fix Powder plus Foundation is in MAC's standard compact. The powder opens up to a sponge underneath. I have no intentions of using that sponge. The Studio Fix Fluid comes in a glass bottle. If you want a pump, you have to buy it separately which I did. It is $6, it's totally worth it. Price: Both are $28 each and can be found at the MAC store or at MAC counters at various department stores. First of all, when did I get all those moles on my face?? lol. I started by applying MAC Studio Fix Fluid on the bottom half and MUFE Face & Body on the top. The Studio Fix Fluid definitely has more coverage (obviously – Face & Body is water-based) but it applies very smoothly with my flat top kabuki. It's not too thick or heavy but personally, I find it has just the right amount of coverage I was looking for. You can definitely build it up by layering more on. And as an FYI – the NC30 has a lot of yellow undertone to it. For the MAC Studio Fix Powder, it applied MUCH better with my stippling brush. It wasn't as cakey and thick as it was in the store. I kept a light hand as I stippled and buffed out the powder on the lower half of my cheek. I can foresee this being very easily buildable and if not applied carefully, way too caked on. Laura Mercier's Oil-Free Tinted Moisturizer was something I had until I abandoned it for my MUFE. I still like it but I just haven't touched it since my MUFE. *What a waste of money. When I went to link the tinted moisturizer, I saw how much it was. Oops.* Sorry – I should have realized that the lighting was different in the comparison picture above. And I JUST realized my mouth turns up on one side and turns down on the other side. Weird. Awkward.Conclusion: I need to use both products for at least a week before I can decide if I truly recommend either/both products. However, I can say that I recommend you try it out if you're looking for a medium to full coverage foundation/powder. My initial impression is favorable and I don't have any plans to return either yet. I think I like the Studio Fix Fluid better. I noticed that the powder smudged off much more so than the liquid – both when patting my cheeks with a napkin and when I rubbed both cheeks on my bf's sweater. I'll update with a more concrete conclusion soon!
Tips: Sigma's F80 Flat Top Kabuki is great for applying the Studio Fix Fluid. You could probably use the stippling brush also but I really liked the stippling brush for the Studio Fix Powder. Always moisturize your face, let it dry then apply primer, let it set and then apply the foundation. You can use the Studio Fix Powder to set the Studio Fix Fluid. Wash your face every night!! **Update** I used my flat top kabuki to apply the Studio Fix Powder.definitely the best finish! **Another Update** I just tried applying Studio Fix Fluid with a beautyblender, A-MA-ZING! Love it! Try it if you want light-medium coverage. I will review it soon.
**UPDATE** I've only used Studio Fix Fluid fully once, for New Year's Eve.
That night, I felt like that was the most makeup I've ever worn but after I got used to it, I liked the look. I also like the pictures and how the foundation came out in them. In the picture above, it obviously looks like I'm wearing face makeup but I don't think it looks too thick (or does it? lol). I applied it with Sigma's F80 Flat Top Kabuki. For a lighter coverage like for an everyday look, try applying it with a beautyblender (link in previous paragraph). Thief simulator mac torrent.
One more thing…I didn't shop at MAC too much until recently so I was excited to take advantage of MAC's Back 2 MAC program! Basically you bring in 6 used eyeshadows, lipsticks, etc. and you can get a free lip gloss, eyeshadow or lipstick! I picked a lipstick because one particular color caught my eye: It's a Lustre finish and the color is Capricious. It's so pretty!!! I really like plums and berries on me and this color is great because it's sheer and I can wear it on the daily. I clearly don't know how to create short posts. Sorry!! I have just way too much to say 😉♥ Tinna
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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!!
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) Office 2019 mac demo.
Also read:MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation Review Mac tools acr225m.
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
Mac Cosmetics Studio Fix Fluid
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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