Dupe For Mac Studio Fix Powder

Hey! Just wanted to write a quick post on these two powder foundations because I'd seen so many blog posts and YouTube videos comparing the two that I just had to pick them both up and compare them myself.
Of course I'm talking about the MAC Studio Fix powder foundation compared to the NYX Stay Matte But Not Flat powder foundation.

Firstly, the shade; I couldn't find an exact match for the MAC NC15, but 04 Creamy Natural seemed to be the closest colour match for me, so that's the one I picked up.
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  2. I know every girl is a Mac girl and in Mac girls eyes, nothing compares to Mac but.I think I may have found possibly THE best Mac dupe I have ever laid my hands on. I have been using Mac Studio Fix Powder Foundation for years and years and have multiple colours to suit me when I'm pale and when I.
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Afforable Mac Studio Fix Dupe?? 5/13/2015 12:32:00 PM For the last couple of years my go to, holy grail status, powder foundation was the Mac Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation.


Now before I go on, I want to point out something else. The price.
MAC studio fix retails at €31.50 for 15g, whereas NYX Stay Matte Put Not Flat retails at €14.00 for 7.5g... So, in my opinion, claims that this is a dupe for MAC for half the price are a a bit misleading due to the fact that you only get half the amount of product too.



MAC Studio Fix is very mattifying and looks smooth on the skin, when applied with a stippling brush in buffing motions it makes the skin looked almost airbrushed. It also doesn't accentuate dry patches as much as it could, being a powder foundation, or as much as the Urban Decay Naked Skin powder foundation does.

Mac Studio Fix Powder Review

The name itself 'Stay Matte But Not Flat' already gives you a an idea of the finish. It's not even close to being as matte as its MAC counterpart. It will mattify your skin if applied over a liquid foundation, but it definitely requires more touch ups throughout the day if you prefer a matte finish.
Apart from that, I think you can see for yourself the difference between the textures of the products themselves. This one doesn't feel too different one the finger, but when applied to the face with a sponge/brush it looks quite powdery compared to the MAC one and requires more work to get a good even coverage with, particularly when used as alone as opposed to over a liquid foundation.

Left: MAC Studio Fix NC15/ Right: NYX Stay Matte But Not Flat 04 Creamy Natural

The packaging is probably a big part of what makes this a dupe. They both come with a mirror, and the compacts lift up to reveal a sponge underneath for application or touch ups.
So to summarise:
MAC Studio Fix is €31.50 for 15g and looks and feels smooth and flawless on the skin and stays very matte for hours.
NYX Stay Matte But Not Flat is €14.00 for 7.5g and requires more work to get looking smooth rather than powdery, and looks quite dewy after a couple of hours.
Do I think this is a true dupe? The simple answer is no.
I feel like there are too many differences in the formulas for this to be rightfully called a dupe!
Don't get me wrong, the NYX one is grand for everyday wear or if you're in a rush to get out the door, but apart from the packaging, I can't see any other similarities, and it works out very little cheaper than its MAC counterpart in the long run.
Have you tried these two products? Do you think they're comparable or do you prefer one over the other? Let me know :)


Dupe For Mac Studio Fix Powder

Lord Jesus take me NOW!
Well not just yet... I have all this awesome makeup to play with!

Chocolate ladies, I am soo excited to introduce to you, a MAC STUDIO FIX DUPE!
WHATT? YES!!

So NW58 is the darkest powder shade of the studio fix line. Im not sure if they have any other compact powders available but that is the only one I know of.
I hit the pan of my studio fix a few months back and I was dreading spending $250 for a face powder since it was the only powder I ever bought that fit me perfectly - until yesterday.

ARE YOU READY DOLLS??!!

SCREAMS!
If this isnt a dupe, I dont know what is!

Let me introduce you to the LA Girl HD press powder in COCOA. It is the last and darkest shade in a range of 15 shades in that line. They cost $38.00 (at Wonderful World) and for a drug store / dollar store brand it sure is a wowzzer!

PROS

  • Price: $38TT compared to $250TT!
  • Closes dupe to NW58 you will get with a drugstore brand.
  • Packaging is a little more sleek and has a more 'expensive look'.
  • If you have dark skin and a cool undertone, this is perfect for you.
  • No white finish when applied even though it contains silica.
  • MATTE (af)
  • No probs with flash. (See photo below)

CONS

What Is A Dupe For Mac Studio Fix Powder Nw45

  • It really wouldnt be fair to give a 'con'... I mean...you have savings of $212TT! LOL!

  • When looked at in person, SF is a tad bit darker. When swatched, SF comes out true to the color that you see, where as LAG gives of a slight white appearance that eventually goes away. (See photo below)

  • I will say however that the SF finish is a bit smoother in application than LAG.
    Powder applied as a setting powder for non highlighted areas. Photos of face taken in flash. Will upload with natural light very soon as I know the photo lighting a slightly different

It's a damn good dupe! Aint as spectacular as the MAC but it saves hella money and it is a good buy for a drugstore product. You now I have mad love for my dark skinned loves and I had to share this 'S' with you.

Dupe For Mac Studio Fix Powder

If you try this, let me know and if you have any cheap dupes, dont forget to share with your sistas!

Dupe For Mac Studio Fix Powder

XOXO Shaina - IG @strawberrieblack