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Summary
MAC Studio Radiance Serum Powered Foundation is a buildable, weightless, 24-hour hydrating foundation that smooths texture, evens tone, and blurs the look of pores.
Benefits
- Won't cake, crease, settle or cause breakouts
- 56 naturally radiant shades
- +209% instant hydration* for plumper, smoother and more radiant skin
- 33 skincare ingredients including a 10% hyaluronic acid solution
- 12-hour radiant longwear**
- 90% said skin felt more hydrated throughout the day***
- 91% said skin looked instantly smoother and noticeably healthier***
- Hydrates immediately and over time
- Strengthens the skin barrier.
- Protects against pollution
- Water-, sweat-, humidity-, and transfer-resistant
- Dermatologist tested and non-comedogenic.
- Safe for sensitive skin
- *Clinical testing on 28 panelists after using the product once.
- **Clinical testing on 25 panelists after using the product once.
- ***Consumer testing on 167 panelists after using the product for 1 week.
Features
- Allure 2023 One To Watch Award Winner
Item 2613966
Apply onto face with a MAC 170S Brush, fingers or a makeup sponge.
Blend or build to desired coverage and look.
Water\Aqua\Eau, Phenyl Trimethicone, Tricaprylin, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, C9-12 Alkane, Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Octyldodecanol, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Ppg-12/Smdi Copolymer, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Peg/Ppg/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract, Hordeum Vulgare Extract\Extrait D'Orge, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sorbitol, Trehalose, Lecithin, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Octyldodecyl Xyloside, Propylene Glycol Dicaprate, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Triethyl Citrate, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Pvp, Silica, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Betaine, Dimethicone, Hdi/Ppg/Polycaprolactone Crosspolymer, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Tin Oxide, Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Aluminum Dimyristate, Citric Acid, Silica Dimethicone Silylate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Hydroxyacetophenone, Bht, Disodium Edta, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, [+/- Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Iron Oxides (Ci 77499)]
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Questions
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Is this a good product for aging skin?
- Asked by Askingforafriend
- Official Answer By MACYes! Studio Radiance Serum Powered Foundation is a great option for aging skin, it’s lightweight, hydrating, and boosts radiance for a smooth, fresh, skin-like finish without settling into fine lines.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I'm beige medium, number 3 on normal color, what color I need?
- Asked by Melissa
- Official Answer By MACWe're happy to help you determine your shade and tone family! For a medium complexion, some shades in the Studio Radiance Serum‑Powered Foundation to try are NC30, NW30, NC35, and NW35. This foundation has a luminous, hydrating finish, so it’s best to swatch along the jawline to see how it blends with your natural skin tone. If you’re more golden or yellow in undertone, try opting for the 'NC' shades like NC30 and NC35 and 'NW' shades (like NW30, NW35) if you're more rosy or have a pink undertone. Whether you lean warm, cool, or neutral, this formula gives a radiant glow while still feeling lightweight - perfect for everyday wear!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I am using sw5 but it is a little too light. What is one shade darker?
- Asked by Linda
- Official Answer By MACIf you’re looking for the next shade darker from NW5 in Studio Radiance Serum-Powered, we recommend NW7. If you want to go one step deeper, NW10 is another great match.Was this answer helpful to you
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How do I find my shade ( color). I never tried Mac foundation .
- Asked by Donna
- Official Answer By MACThis foundation has a luminous, hydrating finish, so it’s best to swatch along your jawline to see how it blends with your natural skin tone. First decide whether you’re fair, light, medium, tan, dark, or deep. Then determine if your undertone is warm, cool, or neutral. If you’re more golden or yellow, try NC shades. If you’re more rosy or pink, try NW shades. The number represents the depth, and the letters reflect the undertone. No matter your undertone, this formula gives a radiant, lightweight glow perfect for everyday wear!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I am medium light Asian complex. What color would look good
- Asked by Beauty products
- Official Answer By MACWe're happy to help you determine your shade and tone family! For a medium-light complexion, some shades in the Studio Radiance Serum‑Powered Foundation to try are NC20, NW20, NC25, and NW22. This foundation has a luminous, hydrating finish, so it’s best to swatch along the jawline to see how it blends with your natural skin tone. If you’re more golden or yellow in undertone, try opting for the 'NC' shades like NC20 and NC25 and 'NW' shades (like NW20, NW22) if you're more rosy or have a pink undertone. Whether you lean warm, cool, or neutral, this formula gives a radiant glow while still feeling lightweight - perfect for everyday wear!Was this answer helpful to you
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I got matched for the NC25 but not a fan of the peachy undertone. What would come close to this color without the peachy undertone, I'm looking for something more neutral.
- Asked by Gigi
- Official Answer By MACThanks for your question! If NC25 feels a bit too peachy for your liking, you might want to check out NW22 - it offers a rosier, more neutral undertone while staying close in depth to NC25. It’s a great option if you’re looking to tone down the warmth without going too cool. For the best match, try swatching both on your jawline in natural light. And if you can, stop by a MAC counter to test in person - seeing it on your skin is always the best way to decide.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
What powder works with this foundation to set it or should i just use setting spray
- Asked by Ayvah
- Official Answer By MACTo set your Studio Radiance Serum-Powered Foundation, we recommend using a light dusting of MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Natural. This helps control shine while maintaining the foundation’s radiant, skin-like finish.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can you get a sample of NC10 of the studio radiance serum from Ulta or Mac
- Asked by Jo
- Official Answer By MACThanks for reaching out! We invite you to visit the Ulta location near you to confirm MAC Studio Radiance Serum Powered Foundation sample availability.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I have a mac mineralize moisture spf 15 foundation in NC15. Would I get the same shade in the studio radiant foundation?
- Asked by Nikki
- Official Answer By MACWe have great news! NC15 will also be perfect for you in Studio Radiance Serum Powered Foundation. For an added moisture boost and petal-smooth skin, try pairing it with the MAC Hyper Real Serumizer Skin Balancing Hydration Serum!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
What do the letters mean before the color numbers?
- Asked by Debbie
- Official Answer By MACGreat question! In MAC’s shade system, NC stands for Neutral Cool (for golden/yellow undertones), and NW means Neutral Warm (for pink/rosy undertones). The number reflects how light or deep the shade is—lower numbers are lighter, higher numbers are deeper. Hope this helps you find your perfect match!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I got matched for the NC25 but not a fan of the peachy undertone. What would come close to this color without the peachy undertone, I'm looking for something more neutral.
- Asked by Gigi
- Official Answer By MACThanks for your question! If NC25 feels a bit too peachy for your liking, you might want to check out NW22 - it offers a rosier, more neutral undertone while staying close in depth to NC25. It’s a great option if you’re looking to tone down the warmth without going too cool. For the best match, try swatching both on your jawline in natural light. And if you can, stop by a MAC counter to test in person - seeing it on your skin is always the best way to decide.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
What powder works with this foundation to set it or should i just use setting spray
- Asked by Ayvah
- Official Answer By MACTo set your Studio Radiance Serum-Powered Foundation, we recommend using a light dusting of MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Natural. This helps control shine while maintaining the foundation’s radiant, skin-like finish.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can you get a sample of NC10 of the studio radiance serum from Ulta or Mac
- Asked by Jo
- Official Answer By MACThanks for reaching out! We invite you to visit the Ulta location near you to confirm MAC Studio Radiance Serum Powered Foundation sample availability.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I have a mac mineralize moisture spf 15 foundation in NC15. Would I get the same shade in the studio radiant foundation?
- Asked by Nikki
- Official Answer By MACWe have great news! NC15 will also be perfect for you in Studio Radiance Serum Powered Foundation. For an added moisture boost and petal-smooth skin, try pairing it with the MAC Hyper Real Serumizer Skin Balancing Hydration Serum!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
What do the letters mean before the color numbers?
- Asked by Debbie
- Official Answer By MACGreat question! In MAC’s shade system, NC stands for Neutral Cool (for golden/yellow undertones), and NW means Neutral Warm (for pink/rosy undertones). The number reflects how light or deep the shade is—lower numbers are lighter, higher numbers are deeper. Hope this helps you find your perfect match!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I got matched for the NC25 but not a fan of the peachy undertone. What would come close to this color without the peachy undertone, I'm looking for something more neutral.
- Asked by Gigi
- Official Answer By MACThanks for your question! If NC25 feels a bit too peachy for your liking, you might want to check out NW22 - it offers a rosier, more neutral undertone while staying close in depth to NC25. It’s a great option if you’re looking to tone down the warmth without going too cool. For the best match, try swatching both on your jawline in natural light. And if you can, stop by a MAC counter to test in person - seeing it on your skin is always the best way to decide.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
What powder works with this foundation to set it or should i just use setting spray
- Asked by Ayvah
- Official Answer By MACTo set your Studio Radiance Serum-Powered Foundation, we recommend using a light dusting of MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Natural. This helps control shine while maintaining the foundation’s radiant, skin-like finish.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can you get a sample of NC10 of the studio radiance serum from Ulta or Mac
- Asked by Jo
- Official Answer By MACThanks for reaching out! We invite you to visit the Ulta location near you to confirm MAC Studio Radiance Serum Powered Foundation sample availability.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I have a mac mineralize moisture spf 15 foundation in NC15. Would I get the same shade in the studio radiant foundation?
- Asked by Nikki
- Official Answer By MACWe have great news! NC15 will also be perfect for you in Studio Radiance Serum Powered Foundation. For an added moisture boost and petal-smooth skin, try pairing it with the MAC Hyper Real Serumizer Skin Balancing Hydration Serum!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
What do the letters mean before the color numbers?
- Asked by Debbie
- Official Answer By MACGreat question! In MAC’s shade system, NC stands for Neutral Cool (for golden/yellow undertones), and NW means Neutral Warm (for pink/rosy undertones). The number reflects how light or deep the shade is—lower numbers are lighter, higher numbers are deeper. Hope this helps you find your perfect match!Was this answer helpful to you
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My new favorite foundation
I'm excited to share my experience with this foundation, especially for people with extremely dry skin. As someone in the same boat, I've always struggled with foundations creating dry patches, but this one has turned out to be a game-changer. Mind you, I'm very picky with my foundation but the way ...
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Recommend for Normal/Oily skin types
I was very excited to receive and try this foundation from MAC and BzzAgent because the claim of it being like skin care, hydrating, and Moisturizing. As a person with dry skin at the moment, this was to drying and Matte for my tastes. When it's first applied, it's beautiful, radiant, and has a nice...
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Comments about NC30
I don't like the product as much as the original long wear
Yes I would difinitly buy this product again.
It made me look 5 years younger.
Truly Pleasantly Surprised!
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Comments about NW10
Jeanne, at Alpharetta Ulta, picked this out for me & she did a great job! I am pretty pale w/pink undertones; just turned 62 & have some teeny dry spots (used to be super oily when younger) & all foundations/tinted moisturizes, etc. settle in my pores/wrinkles, even w/high-end primers. Jeanne recommended this one & she was right! It actually gave me the teeniest dewy effect (not too much) & it covered the perfect amount w/out looking like pancake makeup! It suited my tone perfectly and literally lasted from lunch til 8 p.m. Longer if I hadn't taken it off. I am SO happy that she was there & recommended this for me. I love MAC anyway so this is great!
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What would be great is if I ever received the product ordered online and never received it. I have made multiple calls to Ulta who used UPS for their delivery. UPS states that they delivered it to the wrong address, but I still don't have my product and I have been told that Ulta will look into it and call me and we're here in two weeks later and haven't heard a word.
Definitely serum powered
If you don't like dewy look this is definitely not for you. I have been topping it off with setting powder so that helps. If you normally wear 2n2 este lauder do not get the color match here of NC27. It's orange. Get nc17 or NC14.5