58%
would repurchase
3.3/5
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description

A modern shine-controlling foundation that provides a natural matte finish and medium-to-full buildable coverage. 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 shine with a non-caking, breathable formula. Comfortable and extremely long-wearing, it helps minimize the appearance of pores and imperfections, giving skin a smoother and more even look and finish. Available in our most inclusive range of colors.

ingredients

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: 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)

Reviews

Reviews


4.0
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11 years ago

I have two bottles of MAC Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 in shade NC45. I'm thinking of switching to NW40 though since I'm a different undertone than I was color-matched to; I need an orange, orange-red,...

About reviewer (362 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinOily, Medium Brown, Warm

HairBlack, Curly, Medium

EyesBrown



3.0
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11 years ago

HG!!!! Finally! I can't believe I haven't tried this before. I have used the studio fix powder and liked it but still me oily. I purchased this with the MAC blot powder and after a long day skin...

About reviewer (45 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinVery Oily, Medium

HairBlond

EyesGreen


5.0
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11 years ago

My shade in good times is NC42, and its as yellow as i want it to be <3 !! I simply love it. They come in many different shades from pink to yellow pale to dark! that's why they're great! Coverage...

About reviewer (5 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinVery Oily, Medium

HairBrown

EyesBrown


4.0
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11 years ago

I love this foundation. I have dry skin sometimes normal/combo but I am definitely on the more dry side. I grew up having some eczema and I've always aimed for a more dewy hydrated look. This...

About reviewer (1 reviews)

AgeUnder 18

SkinDry, Fair-Medium

HairBrown

EyesHazel


5.0
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11 years ago

My new HG foundation! I'm nc 37 and I have really oily skin with a dry patch on my chin and it makes my skin flawless! It last a very long time. I have no transfer and it looks better like a hour...

About reviewer (32 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Medium

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


4.0
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11 years ago

I have this in NW13. This shade is the best thing that has ever happened to me. I have been looking for a fair and yet pinky foundation that matches my complexion for 10+ years. This shade is...

About reviewer (20 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinSensitive, Fair, Cool

HairBlond, Other, Medium

EyesBlue


4.0
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11 years ago

I liked this foundation better than the other Mac foundations I've tried. I wish I would have bought this again instead of going back to the Pro Longwear (which makes my face cakey). I'll admit it...

About reviewer (272 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Neutral

HairBrown, Straight, Fine

EyesGreen


4.0
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11 years ago

I have almost used up my first bottle of this foundation. I have a back up already. I think this is very good foundation. I like the finish and the coverage. I wouldn't say it's full coverage, but...

About reviewer (137 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinNormal, Fair-Medium, Neutral

HairGrey, Wavy, Fine

EyesHazel


3.0
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11 years ago

Ok well I have been using this foundation for 8 months. I really like it when I first apply it, but i notice it tends to get darker it oxidizes fast. and the coverage looks too matte at times, i...

About reviewer (2 reviews)

AgeUnder 18

SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

HairBrunette, Other, Other

EyesBrown


2.0
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11 years ago

Not suitable for my oily skin, only added to the problem, it needed constant touch ups with powder to combat the shine! It easily transfers onto clothing and everyone you might hug or touch with...

About reviewer (139 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinOily, Olive, Not Sure

HairBrunette, Other, Other

EyesBrown


1.0
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11 years ago

this foundation is possibly the worst foundation I've ever bought, and a complete waste of my money. it's fine when it's first applied, but doesn't hold powder at all. it's fine for about half an...

About reviewer (1 reviews)

AgeUnder 18

SkinCombination, Olive

HairBrunette

EyesHazel


4.0
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11 years ago

I bought the Mac Studio Fix Fluid in the color Nc20 about 3 months ago, it matches perfectly with my skin. I feel like this foundation is either a hit or miss with alot of people, for me i love it....

About reviewer (28 reviews)

AgeUnder 18

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Cool

HairBlack, Straight, Fine

EyesHazel


3.0
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11 years ago

Ok.. I'm not really sure about this product. I have worn it for about a week, and granted, the coverage is excellent. It keeps your skin looking matte for half the day, which is better than any...

About reviewer (115 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinNormal, Fair

HairBlond

EyesBlue


2.0
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11 years ago

It is definitely not oil-controlling!!! It leaves my skin really oily within two hours even in the winter time.i guess it would be probably within an hour in the summer time.additionally, It dries...

About reviewer (9 reviews)

AgeUnder 18

SkinOily, Medium

HairBlack

EyesBrown


2.0
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11 years ago

i am an NC15 and as far as colour goes i am happy i found something matching my skin. the packaging is very convenient as it is a glass and comes with a pump,which is more hygienic. i aply it...

About reviewer (9 reviews)

AgeUnder 18

SkinSensitive, Fair, Not Sure

HairBlack, Straight, Fine

EyesBrown


2.0
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11 years ago

The only pro of this foundation is the good coverage, the 'perfect' finish.However, after 15 minutes my skin looks oily and cakey; I don't even apply much, only a thin layer, and fix it with...

About reviewer (2 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBrown

EyesHazel


3.0
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11 years ago

I am NC30 through using fake tan, have very very dark hair and grey eyes. The colour of this is beautiful!!! Definitely what makes me want to rebuy however this broke me out terribly, not in spots...

About reviewer (14 reviews)

AgeUnder 18

SkinDry, Fair-Medium

HairBlack

EyesGray


3.0
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11 years ago

I love the formula of this foundation, my oily skin is usually shiny within a few hours but with this on it literally doubles the time i can not use blotting sheets. My skin just does not agree...

About reviewer (2 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinOily, Fair

HairBrunette

EyesOther


4.0
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11 years ago

I'm down to my last of this, I love it! Well, I'm sure my "last" is a lot more than most because I replaced the original cap the product comes with w/ the optional MAC pump. I hate the packaging,...

About reviewer (17 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Dark

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


5.0
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11 years ago

After trying countless foundations, MAC Studio Fix Fluid was the one that finally stuck. I've used it for a very long time and have never had any issues with breakouts, too much oiliness or too...

About reviewer (7 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Fair

HairRed

EyesGreen