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Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 Foundation NC30 dupes and alternatives MAC Cosmetics

Medium light · Warm · golden undertone

Closest shade match is the equivalent shade, scored on colour, depth and undertone only. Closest overall alternative is the most similar foundation overall, scored on shade match (55%), finish and visual result (25%), wear and performance (15%) and skin suitability (5%).

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Closest shade match: Live Tinted HUESTICK Complexion Stick 13 Medium

The equivalent shade: scored on colour, depth and undertone only.

Your shade
MAC Cosmetics
NC30Change shade
Depth and undertone: Medium light · Warm · golden
Finish and coverage: Matte · Full coverage
The match
Live Tinted
13 Medium
Depth and undertone: Medium light · Warm
Finish and coverage: Matte · Full coverage
Shade match
99out of 100
Colour
98
Depth
100
Undertone
100
High confidence· Digital matchWhy it matches
Match price
$42Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty
Costs $3 more

Your shade $39 at Sephora · product price; shade not separately priced

Ulta BeautyView at Ulta Beauty

Closest overall alternative: Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation 240

The most similar foundation overall: shade match 55%, finish and visual result 25%, wear and performance 15%, skin suitability 5%.

Your shade
MAC Cosmetics
NC30Change shade
Depth and undertone: Medium light · Warm · golden
Finish and coverage: Matte · Full coverage
The match
Fenty Beauty
240
Depth and undertone: Light medium · Warm · yellow
Finish and coverage: Matte · Full coverage
Overall match
92out of 100
Shade (Shade match)
97
Finish (Finish & visual result)
100
Wear (Wear & performance)
61
Skin (Skin suitability)
87
Medium confidence· Digital matchWhy it matches
Best price
$40SephoraSephora
Costs $1 more

Your shade $39 at Sephora

SephoraView at Sephora

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Overall alternativesShade matchesRanked by the overall match: the most similar foundation on shade, finish, wear and skin suitability together. Each row leads with its overall match; the shade match is beneath it.

Ranked by the overall match: the most similar foundation on shade, finish, wear and skin suitability together. Each row leads with its overall match; the shade match is beneath it.

  1. #3 · L'Oréal Paris

    Infallible 24H Fresh Wear Foundation In A Powder

    220 Sand
    Shade match 89
    $18.99Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty$20.01 less (51%)

    Matches: Near-identical swatch colourSame matte finishSame full coverage

    Differences: Does not claim colour stabilityContains listed fragranceNo SPF

    Score details
    Shade match
    89
    Finish & visual result
    100
    Wear & performance
    91
    Skin suitability
    76

    Looks identical · Matte · Full coverage

    Ingredients (not scored): 6% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Does not claim colour stability · Contains listed fragrance · No SPF

    Medium confidence· Digital match

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  2. #4 · Lancôme

    Dual Finish Multi-Tasking Lightweight Pressed Powder Foundation

    360 Versatile Honey III (W)
    Shade match 97
    $53Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty(product price)Costs $14 more

    Matches: Near-identical swatch colourSame warm undertoneSame matte finish

    Differences: Medium rather than full coverageDoes not claim transfer resistanceDoes not claim colour stability

    Score details
    Shade match
    97
    Finish & visual result
    81
    Wear & performance
    70
    Skin suitability
    76

    Looks identical · Matte · Medium coverage

    Ingredients (not scored): 0% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Medium rather than full coverage · Does not claim transfer resistance · Does not claim colour stability · Contains listed fragrance · No SPF

    Medium confidence· Digital match

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  3. #5 · Chanel

    ULTRA LE TEINT Ultrawear All-Day Comfort Flawless Finish Foundation

    BD51
    Shade match 97
    $69Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty(product price)Costs $30 more

    Matches: Near-identical swatch colourSame warm undertoneSame matte finish

    Differences: Buildable rather than full coverageDoes not claim transfer resistanceDoes not claim not settling into lines

    Score details
    Shade match
    97
    Finish & visual result
    81
    Wear & performance
    67
    Skin suitability
    76

    Looks identical · Matte · Buildable coverage

    Ingredients (not scored): 31% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Buildable rather than full coverage · Does not claim transfer resistance · Does not claim not settling into lines · Does not claim colour stability · Contains listed fragrance · No SPF

    Retailer shade note: dark-medium shade, golden undertone

    Medium confidence· Digital match

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  4. #6 · L.A. Girl

    Pro.Matte Foundation

    Natural
    Shade match 89
    $9Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty(product price)$30 less (77%)

    Matches: Very close colourSame matte finishSame full coverage

    Differences: Does not claim transfer resistanceDoes not claim not settling into linesDoes not claim colour stability

    Score details
    Shade match
    89
    Finish & visual result
    100
    Wear & performance
    49
    Skin suitability
    87

    Very close colour · Matte · Full coverage

    Ingredients (not scored): 17% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Does not claim transfer resistance · Does not claim not settling into lines · Does not claim colour stability · Does not claim a lightweight feel · Contains listed fragrance · No SPF

    Medium confidence· Digital match

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  5. #7 · MAC Cosmetics

    Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation

    NW18
    Shade match 88
    $39SephoraSephoraSame price

    Matches: Near-identical swatch colourSame matte finishSame full coverage

    Differences: Neutral rather than warm undertoneDoes not claim transfer resistanceNo SPF

    Score details
    Shade match
    88
    Finish & visual result
    89
    Wear & performance
    69
    Skin suitability
    87

    Looks identical · Matte · Full coverage

    Ingredients (not scored): 4% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Neutral rather than warm undertone · Does not claim transfer resistance · No SPF

    Retailer shade note: beige with neutral undertone for light skin

    High confidence· Digital match

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  6. #8 · NYX Professional Makeup

    Make 'EM Wonder, 24H Soft Matte Foundation

    15 Buff
    Shade match 93
    $14.97WalmartWalmart$24.03 less (62%)

    Matches: Near-identical swatch colourSimilar undertone (neutral vs warm)Same matte finish

    Differences: Buildable rather than full coverageNo long-wear claimDoes not claim transfer resistance

    Score details
    Shade match
    93
    Finish & visual result
    91
    Wear & performance
    40
    Skin suitability
    87

    Looks identical · Matte · Buildable coverage

    Ingredients (not scored): no ingredient list for one product

    Differences: Buildable rather than full coverage · No long-wear claim · Does not claim transfer resistance · Does not claim not settling into lines · Does not claim colour stability · Does not claim a lightweight feel · No SPF

    Medium confidence· Digital match

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  7. #9 · Ulta Beauty Collection

    Complexion Crush Foundation

    Medium Neutral
    Shade match 88
    $16Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty(product price)$23 less (59%)

    Matches: Near-identical swatch colourSame matte finishClaims a skin-like finish

    Differences: Neutral rather than warm undertoneMedium rather than full coverageNo long-wear claim

    Score details
    Shade match
    88
    Finish & visual result
    73
    Wear & performance
    49
    Skin suitability
    76

    Looks identical · Matte · Medium coverage

    Ingredients (not scored): 26% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Neutral rather than warm undertone · Medium rather than full coverage · No long-wear claim · Does not claim transfer resistance · Does not claim not settling into lines · Does not claim colour stability · No SPF

    Medium confidence· Digital match

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  8. #10 · BLK/OPL

    TRUE COLOR Skin Perfecting Stick Foundation SPF 15

    Medium Tones
    Shade match 76
    $14.59TargetTarget$24.41 less (63%)

    Matches: Same matte finishSame full coverageClaims a blurring effect

    Differences: Slightly deeperDoes not claim transfer resistanceDoes not claim not settling into lines

    Score details
    Shade match
    76
    Finish & visual result
    89
    Wear & performance
    49
    Skin suitability
    76

    Colour not compared · Matte · Full coverage

    Ingredients (not scored): 2% ingredient overlap

    Differences: Slightly deeper · Does not claim transfer resistance · Does not claim not settling into lines · Does not claim colour stability · Does not claim a lightweight feel

    Low confidence· Digital match

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Looking for a concealer in your shade?

The closest shade to MAC Cosmetics Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 Foundation NC30 (Medium light · Warm · golden undertone) in each concealer range, compared on measured colour, depth and undertone. Price never changes the order.

From the same range

  1. MAC Cosmetics Studio Fix 36HR Smooth Angles Hydrating Concealer

    NC27

    MAC Cosmetics Studio Fix 36HR Smooth Angles Hydrating Concealer, shade NC27

    • Close colour
    • Medium light · Warm · peach undertone

    $30

    SephoraView at Sephora

Closest concealers

  1. IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Full Coverage Anti-Aging Water-Resistant Concealer

    23.5 Medium Amber

    IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Full Coverage Anti-Aging Water-Resistant Concealer, shade 23.5 Medium Amber

    • Looks identical
    • Medium light · Warm undertone

    $30

    SephoraView at Sephora
  2. NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer

    Biscuit

    NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer, shade Biscuit

    • Looks identical
    • Medium light · Warm · golden undertone

    $36

    SephoraView at Sephora
  3. Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear All Over Full Coverage Concealer

    410 Bisque W

    Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear All Over Full Coverage Concealer, shade 410 Bisque W

    • Very close colour
    • Medium light · Warm · golden undertone

    $32

    SephoraView at Sephora
  4. Rare Beauty Liquid Touch Brightening Concealer

    310W

    Rare Beauty Liquid Touch Brightening Concealer, shade 310W

    • Very close colour
    • Medium light · Warm · peach undertone

    $24

    SephoraView at Sephora
  5. Dior Forever Skin Correct Full-Coverage Concealer

    4W Warm

    Dior Forever Skin Correct Full-Coverage Concealer, shade 4W Warm

    • Very close colour
    • Light medium · Warm · yellow undertone

    $42

    Ulta BeautyView at Ulta Beauty
  6. NARS Soft Matte Complete Concealer

    Biscuit

    NARS Soft Matte Complete Concealer, shade Biscuit

    • Very close colour
    • Light medium · Warm · golden undertone

    $36

    SephoraView at Sephora

Concealer shade colours are sampled from retailer swatch images, so check the shade on the retailer page before buying.

Why the closest shade match works

Live Tinted HUESTICK Complexion Stick in 13 Medium, against MAC Cosmetics Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 Foundation in NC30. Every attribute compared, with its share of the score.

ComparedYour shadeNC30Closest shade match13 MediumScore
Shade match55% of overall99
Colour98#d5a57c#d6a47aLooks identicalColour difference 0.5 (0 is identical)
Depth100Medium lightMedium lightSameDepth difference: 0.3
Retailer descriptionMediumNot statedNo depth word in one descriptionNot compared
Undertone100Warm · goldenWarmClosefrom retailer shade descriptions
Finish & visual result25% of overall79
Finish100MatteMatteSameSame matte finish
Coverage100FullFullSameSame full coverage
Skin-like finish40Not listedClaimedSome differenceThe match claims a skin-like finish; your product does not list it
Blurring40Not listedClaimedSome differenceThe match claims a blurring or smoothing effect; your product does not list it
Wear & performance15% of overall49
Longevity4024-hour wearNot listedSome differenceOnly your product claims long wear; the match does not list it
Transfer resistance40ClaimedNot listedSome differenceOnly your product claims transfer resistance; the match does not list it
Settling40ClaimedNot listedSome differenceOnly your product claims not settling into pores or fine lines; the match does not list it
Colour stability40ClaimedNot listedSome differenceOnly your product claims colour stability (no oxidation); the match does not list it
Comfort100ClaimedClaimedSameBoth products claim a comfortable, lightweight feel
Skin suitability5% of overall76
Skin type76Normal, oilyCombination, dry, normal, oily, sensitiveBoth marketed for normal/​oily skin
Overall match 85/100Shade match 99/100High confidence· Digital match

Weights are each part's share of the overall match and each attribute's share of its part; an attribute neither product lists is not comparable and its weight goes to the others in its part. Confidence reflects data quality, not similarity. Price and ingredients are not part of either score.

How scoring works

If you switch

To Live Tinted HUESTICK Complexion Stick in 13 Medium.

Same or better

  • Near-identical swatch colour
  • Same warm undertone
  • Same matte finish
  • Same full coverage
  • Claims a skin-like finish
  • Claims a blurring effect
  • Both claim a lightweight feel

Different

  • No long-wear claim
  • Does not claim transfer resistance
  • Does not claim not settling into lines
  • Does not claim colour stability
  • No SPF

Ingredients (information only, not scored)

4 shared ingredients; weighted similarity 5%. Ingredients only affect results through the filters.

AttributeYour shadeClosest shade match
BaseWater-based, high siliconeOil-based, high silicone
FragranceNot listedNot listed
Drying alcoholNot listedNot listed
SPFSPF 15Not listed
OverlapWater-based vs oil-based; silicone high vs high
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Why the closest overall alternative works

Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation in 240, against MAC Cosmetics Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 Foundation in NC30. Every attribute compared, with its share of the score.

ComparedYour shadeNC30Closest overall alternative240Score
Shade match55% of overall97
Colour96#d5a57c#daa981Looks identicalColour difference 1.3 (0 is identical)
Depth96Medium lightLight mediumCloseDepth difference: 2.2
Retailer descriptionMediumMediumBoth described as mediumThe retailers describe the same depth
Undertone100Warm · goldenWarm · yellowClosefrom retailer shade descriptions
Finish & visual result25% of overall · 2 of 4 compared100
Finish100MatteMatteSameSame matte finish
Coverage100FullFullSameSame full coverage
Skin-like finishnot comparableNot listedNot listedNot claimed by eitherNeither product lists a skin-like finish
Blurringnot comparableNot listedNot listedNot claimed by eitherNeither product lists a blurring or smoothing effect
Wear & performance15% of overall61
Longevity7024-hour wearLong-wearingSome differenceYour product claims 24-hour wear; the match says long-wearing without hours
Transfer resistance40ClaimedNot listedSome differenceOnly your product claims transfer resistance; the match does not list it
Settling100ClaimedClaimedSameBoth products claim not settling into pores or fine lines
Colour stability40ClaimedNot listedSome differenceOnly your product claims colour stability (no oxidation); the match does not list it
Comfort40ClaimedNot listedSome differenceOnly your product claims a comfortable, lightweight feel; the match does not list it
Skin suitability5% of overall87
Skin type87Normal, oilyNormal, combination, oilyBoth marketed for normal/​oily skin
Overall match 92/100Shade match 97/100Medium confidence· Digital match

Weights are each part's share of the overall match and each attribute's share of its part; an attribute neither product lists is not comparable and its weight goes to the others in its part. Confidence reflects data quality, not similarity. Price and ingredients are not part of either score.

How scoring works

If you switch

To Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation in 240.

Same or better

  • Near-identical swatch colour
  • Same warm undertone
  • Same matte finish
  • Same full coverage
  • Both claim not settling into lines

Different

  • Does not claim transfer resistance
  • Does not claim colour stability
  • Does not claim a lightweight feel
  • Fragrance is listed in the formula
  • No SPF

Ingredients (information only, not scored)

13 shared ingredients; weighted similarity 29%. Ingredients only affect results through the filters.

AttributeYour shadeClosest overall alternative
BaseWater-based, high siliconeWater-based, high silicone
FragranceNot listedListed (fragrance)
Drying alcoholNot listedNot listed
SPFSPF 15Not listed
OverlapBoth water-based; silicone high vs high
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Where to buy

Closest shade match

Live Tinted HUESTICK Complexion Stick 13 Medium

Match price
$42Ulta BeautyUlta Beauty
Costs $3 more

Your shade $39 at Sephora · product price; shade not separately priced

Ulta BeautyView at Ulta Beauty

Closest overall alternative

Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation 240

Best price
$40SephoraSephora
Costs $1 more

Your shade $39 at Sephora

SephoraView at Sephora

How these matches are scored

30 similar shades scored two ways: the shade match on colour, depth and undertone; the overall match on shade match, finish and visual result, wear and performance and skin suitability. Ingredients are shown for information and used by the filters only. Prices are shown next to every match and never change a score. How scoring and confidence work.

Shade colours are sampled from Beautler’s processing of retailer swatch images and are a digital approximation. Prices and stock were last checked when the product was imported; the retailer page is the source of truth.