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Summary
MAC's original matte foundation has been remastered. The iconic 24-hour buildable, breathable foundation you know – and your skin loves – has been Fix-ed and remixed with a soft-matte finish and easy-to-apply pump. Pro Fluid Technology moves with skin for a natural look and lightweight wear.
Benefits
- 24-hour, color-true wear
- Waterproof foundation
- Transfer-, sweat- and humidity-resistant
- Does not cause acne and does not clog pores
- SPF 15 for broad spectrum protection against UV rays
- Suitable for sensitive skin
- Non-cakey coverage
- Non-creasing
- Fragrance free
- Free from animal-derived ingredients
- Recyclable glass bottle
- 96% said it left skin feeling breathable*
- 91% said studio fix left skin looking natural*
- 93% said it did not feel drying on skin*
- 98% said it blended easily onto skin*
- *Consumer testing on 167 women after using product for one week.
Features
- Sugar Kelp extract to control oil
- Red Algae extract and Hyaluronic acid to hydrate skin over time
- 87% of skincare ingredients infused in the formula
Formulated Without
- Phthalates
- Paraben
- Formaldehyde
- Triclosan
- Lauryl Sulfate
- Laureth Sulfate
- Oxybenzone
- D&C Yellow No.11
Item 2622187
Create a petal-smooth, even canvas for color by prepping skin with Hyper Real Serumizer Skin Balancing Hydration Serum or Hyper Real SkinCanvas Balm Moisturizing Cream.
First, apply foundation to the center of your face - or areas you desire more coverage - using a 170S Brush; then blend out using a tapping and swirling motion for a natural, photo-ready finish.
Set makeup all day with Studio Fix Pro Set + Blur Weightless Loose Powder to diffuse, smooth and add dimension to your look.
Water\Aqua\Eau, Methyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Peg-10 Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Isododecane, Polyethylene, Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Algae Extract, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Salix Nigra (Willow) Bark Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caffeine, Lecithin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Silica, Xanthan Gum, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer, Methoxy Amodimethicone/Silsesquioxane Copolymer, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Laureth-7, Methyldihydrojasmonate, Propylene Carbonate, Alumina, Dipropylene Glycol []Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Bht, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Chloroxylenol, [+/- Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Iron Oxides (CI 77499)]
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Most Helpful Positive Review
Absolutely fell in love w/this foundation immediately!!
I absolutely fell in love with this foundation immediately when I applied it to my wrist because it was the perfect match and I could hardly tell I had put it on. I have never been able to find a foundation that matches my skin so perfectly! So I was already amazed from that! Then when I applied it ...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Horrible
Firstly, it dries quickly when applying. Secondly, this formulation has a much stronger smell than previous versions I've tried. Unfortunately, after a few hours I had to take the foundation off due to eye irritation, sinus irritation, facial flushing, and headache, which are usually signs of allerg...
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Cakes On Mature Skin, Probably best For Younger Skin
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Comments about NC27
It took me 3 times to find my perfect shade in this foundation. The previous formula was definitely superior to this new formula. It made my skin look perfectly smooth. I read all the bad reviews of the new formula but decided to try it anyways. As a 49 year old woman who is in perimenopause, my skin has changed to more noticeable pores and fine lines on my forehead. I find that this new formula does cake and settles into my pores and fine lines. It makes me look older & nobody wants that! I've tried different moisturizers to make this foundation work. If I use a lighter moisturizer, my skin looks very dry & the foundation doesn't go on smoothly. If I use a heavier moisturizer, this foundation goes on smoother, but my face ends up looking too shiny & the foundation slides off. I used almost the whole bottle because I didn't want to throw my money away. Also, my mom who's 79 years young can no longer use this new formula after over 20 years of using this product. We both switched to the well known dermatologist created cosmetics brand foundation that makes our skin flawless. Again, I think this foundation would work on younger ladies, maybe under 40. Just look at all the models showing the different shades. They look 30 years old or younger. No older models are shown because it cakes.
This is everything.
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This foundation is really everything. The coverage is amazing. The matte look is so satisfying and didn't have to keep applying powder to take the shine away. Was not drying at all. Very breathable with buildable coverage. Absolutely loved it.
Love this foundation!
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Comments about NC18
I recently tried MAC foundation for the first time, and I am very impressed. It stays on all day, and really controls my oiliness! The shade match I got from a MAC artist is spot on. It looks very natural, glides on smoothly, blends into my skin beautifully and does not cake. I would definitely repurchase!
The OG foundation
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Comments about N5
Using this for 6 years! Always hits, always works. My perfect shade and has the best finish. I hace oily skin.

Must have
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Comments about N5
I love this foundation! It glides across my skin, so smooth and it leaves my base make up looking amazing!