MAC Studio Fix Foundation Fluid SPF 15 Review

This foundation was my first high-end foundation a few years ago. It's a lovely foundation, great coverage that I find to be long lasting, and it has a very matte finish. However one winter my skin went through a period of being very dry, and using this foundation made it worse (dry, flaky, tight) as it's so matte, so I would recommend this foundation more towards people with normal skin, or at least using a very hydrating primer underneath! When I'm not fake tanned I use the shade nc15, which is fair with yellow undertones. I find the match to be pretty spot on, ideally it could be more yellow but I do find my skin to be more yellow toned than the average person so I can look past it. This foundation has a pretty big shade range though which I think is great, especially for darker skinned people as not all brands cater to those skin tones. It blends out great with my sigma F82 brush. Because it is so matte I find it doesn't need to be set with a powder, but if I'm going out and want as much coverage as possible I like to put the studio fix powder over top and they work beautifully together. Overall a great foundation for most skin types!

As someone with super pale skin and a neutral undertone finding foundation for myself is hard work. That and the fact I'm a dance teacher and need something that's going to last all day.

Through trial and error I have found my favorite foundation. WN13 is my shade and the best thing about this foundation is it lasts all day even when I'm sweating.

The only touch up I need to do during the day is powder my nose as it get a little shiny. Otherwise it stays perfect.

I tried this foundation for the first time the other day and had a very bad chemical burn. I have since found out that I am very allergic to Titanium Dioxide. Because this is one of the top ingredients in this foundation ( and all Mac foundations) I will not be using this again.

However in saying that it looked amazing on and it went on easily. It is a shame because I really liked the over all finish and I was able to get a good colour match.

If you have really sensitive skin I would not recommend any Mac foundations.

These are full coverage, matte finish perfection. I bought this and the pump for myself and loved it, easy to match with my shade of skin which changes between nc42-44 depending on seasons. I have since bought 5 more for my makeup kit and it's suitable for all skin types as long as you prime the skin according to the clients skin needs.

Does have a paint smell to it though

I really like how this looks on. Its a nice formula, applies nicely and they have a good colour range. But, it makes me break out. I do tend to have sensitive and acne prone skin, so if you don't, you'll probably be fine, but because of this, I won't be using it again.

It is also on the more expensive side, and I find that Revlon Colourstay is a really good (and cheaper!) alternative to this (and Estee Lauder Double Wear).

Studio fix was my first ever high-end foundation and it was the only brand that I knew at the time that would have a suitable shade for my skin colour. I really liked the formula that this foundation had, as it didn't feel too cakey at all. The coverage was light-medium coverage although it didn't hide everything, I was glad that it was able to bring out a natural look. Although it was great, I found that it brought out the oils in my face which made it shiny throughout the day, which I hated. Also found that it caused flashbacks for me due to its pH. I used it until the bottle was finished because I didn't want to throw my money away just like that.

I love this foundation I find for my skin type it goes on nice and easy and through out the day I don't get dry patches. It is reasonably priced aswell which is a plus.

I believe Mac foundations are some of the best available. I have also used the water weight foundation in this range. I have been using them since I discovered the range at 18, so 12 years now.

I have very fair skin and I love how they make their foundations in a wide range of shades. There is something for every skin tone. I use NC15 during the Winter months and NC20 in summer. The foundation comes in a glass bottle with a screw lid. I wish the bottle came with a pump as it is difficult to get the product out near the end or in the beginning when you first use it too much comes out, (not overly hygienic). They do sell pumps separately but this adds to the cost.

Its formula is relatively thick so I find it is best to apply with a foundation brush. It feels silly on my skin and sets to a lovely matte finish with medium coverage. I have a few broken capillaries on my cheeks and this done a reasonably good job at concealing them. The only problem I have discovered is that it can cling to any dry patches you might have,so make sure you hydrate your skin with a good moisturiser and primer before using this. I have never had any irritation or break outs from wearing this and it never feels like it's clogging my pores.

All in all a really good foundation and worth the price.

I love this product, I found that this product worked perfectly on me. It was long wearing and didn't feel cakey. Its perfect, totally worth $60