MAC Studio Fix Foundation Fluid SPF 15 Review

I do really like this foundation it has really good coverage and very buildable. I do find it does feel abit heavy but even using a small amount I found does go along way. It does dry quick but for my skin I don't have to apply it too fast I just buff it out really good and it blends in really well. The smell of this foundation I found isn't very nice at all for a high end foundation. When I apply this foundation I apply a thin layer then reapply to areas that I have a lot of acne scarring. This foundation lasts me all day when applied a pressed powder over the top. Would like to buy again for sure.

I like this product but not enough to quickly recommend it to girls in the chocolate club.  I'm in the shade NC42-NC44 and unfortunately MAC doesn't make this product in NC43 so I have to put in extra effort to cover my neck and décolletage so I look somewhat normal.

It comes in a small glass bottle and you have to pay extra for the pump (buy it!) - it's a tad annoying because the foundation is already $60 but a pump will help you control how much you dispense.  It has a thick consistency which blends out nicely to give medium coverage however I find that it dries quickly so I tend to work a little faster compared to other foundations. It pays to build up the coverage so there's no risk of "cake face"- but whatever floats your boat lovelies.

My major issue with this product is that it oxidizes on me.  When I first apply it, it almost looks natural (even if slightly lighter or darker) however half an hour to an hour later I find that it's a bit too coppery or "orange".  It looks horrid as if I didn't bother to get colour matched and believe me I was naughty and got 4 different MAC MUAs to colour match me and they all came up with the same; with 2 of them saying NC43 (the one that doesn't exist) would be perfect. Yes. Great.

My other issue - even though you'll have it with any other foundation with SPF - is this foundation leaves you with the dreaded white cast when taking pictures particularly at night.  I have the pictures as a constant reminder that ashy is NEVER in - ever.  

The main reason why I continued to buy this product is because I love how it sits on my skin, it doesn't feel like I have foundation on. The finish is semi-matte but because I have oily skin it tends to look dewy which I like but then after 6 hours it's leaning more towards shine station.  

I highly encourage EVERYONE to always get a sample (MAC or any other brand if possible) to test over a few days before committing to buying it.  I don't regret my purchase (cough repurchases) but it's safe to say that I'm moving on.

Ive really enjoyed the quality of Mac foundation, the only thing that annoyed me was the need to set it with a powder but I guess 99% of the time that is normal :)

The thing I love most about this product is the coverage. I find that it makes my skin complexion so smooth and it covers almost anything! The only thing is that I have found is that you have to be careful how you apply it. Its easy for it to looked caked on!

I use this foundation for important occasions/heading out to town. I LOVE it, you don't have to worry about touching it up, its the perfect colour and they can colour match you when you buy it. Makes my complexion so nice, especially when topped off with the Mac Studio Fix Powder :)

I have been meaning to go and get my skin colour matched for this foundation for ages. I don't know why I didn't do it sooner its so good for my skin. I got matched to NC15 and while it's suitable for winter it's probably going to be too light for my skin but I can always darken it up with a bit of bronzer and make it work. I have combination skin and this foundation has a matte finish and stays matte the whole day on my skin. It has really good coverage and a little goes a long way giving really good coverage. As they say it is buildable and really gives amazing coverage if needed. My skin looks so good in this foundation and I really like using the product. I really do recommend this foundation.

I am a huge MAC fan and used Studio Fix for years.

The packaging is simple and classic as most MAC products are. To get to the product you have to unscrew the lid and get your brush in there. It can be quite hard to get the last bit out of the bottom when there isn't much left.

This product applies well, a little seems to go a long way and you can easily build up. It provides a really good medium level coverage and leaves your skin looking velvety and matte. It lasts well - basically the whole day for me.

I find this foundation to be a bit drying, so would be hesitant to use this in winter when my skin is crazy dry.

This was the first big girl foundation I bought, as I thought why not buy the 'best'. There are an amazing amount of shades so there's bound to be one to match every skin tone. I don't really like the packaging because of the matte lid (which gets covered in foundation every time I touch it) and the fact that you have to purchase a pump for an additional ?$14?. I can't believe I'm saying this, but the coverage is not that great, i'd say medium and not very build-able without looking cake faced. It also fades during the day no matter what primer I use and to be honest, I just don't think it delivers for the price.

I've been on the hunt forever for a high end foundation that doesn't conflict with my combination dry skin, whilst still be full coverage.

Design wise this comes in a clear glass bottle with the logo and details printed onto the glass in a mirrored font. Sold without a pump but a black acrylic screw on lid, I of course whilst at the MAC counter purchased a pump for the additional cost as it makes using liquid foundations out of bottles so much more easier and economical as you don't over pour the foundation out and waste any. It is also great for keeping the whole affair tidy as the pump has a twist mechanism that allows you to open and close it.

Formula wise this is the perfect mix of just fluid enough to not run off the back of my hand where I pump out 2 drops and then use my brush from there to buff over my face. Using with or without a primer this foundation has no problem of creating a flawless veil across your face that settles into a full coverage effect perfect to base the rest of your makeup on. It dries slightly matte that keeps the oily areas happy but not overly matte that my drier areas start to react with it and cake. I do however like to give all my base products time to settle before moving on and this helps with the balance of primer, moisturiser and then foundation.

NW10 was selected for me as it runs yellow rather than pink and the NC10 was far too pink toned almost looked orange on my fair skin so it is always best to test before you buy.

Being long lasting too this foundation once settle doesn't sit on your face like a mask but blurs into your skin as a 2nd layer, unnoticeable. It doesn't rub off, transfer, cake up or slip about the face.

This product has a great coverage and is aslo buildable. I initially purchased it as I was having trouble with oily skin, and you tube reviews claimed it was great for oily skin, and yes it is! It controls my shiny t-zone without feeling cakey and heavy on my skin.