Can you reccomend a MAC foundation for me?

[ThePowderPuff]

I have been using Studio Fix powder foundation forever, but I would really like to try a liquid og cream foundation. The powder foundation is so handy, but it rubs off. Unfortunately. So I'm thinking I'll use a regular foundation at home, and then take my beloved Studio Fix powder with me on the go.

But which MAC foundation should I choose?

I'm NC25
I have have mixed skin. Dry cheeks, and oily t-zone with occasional breakouts but not many.
I need something that will stay put. I tend to rub my face and mess up my foundation.
I would like a semi-matte medium coverage, which will cover my discoulourations, but nok look too heavy. And which will matten my oily t-zone but not make me look too powdery.

What to try, what to try?

 

[MzzRach]

Re: Can you reccomen a MAC foundation for me?

I would look into Studio Fix fluid, applied with a light hand. The wear on this is excellent and it seems like it has the attributes you are looking for. Try sampling it before you purchase.

 

[gildedangel]

I would go with Studio Fix Fluid or Studio Sculpt.

 

[Teex]

Gonna echo the others and say Studio Fix Fluid. But if it weren't for the fact that you are specifically asking for a MAC foundation, I don't think I'd recommend it for anyone.... I've seen them do so much damage to people's skin. Hope you have better luck.

 

[MzzRach]

Teex does have a valid point - MAC foundations can wreak havoc for some people (myself included, I cannot wear them).

That being said, MAC foundations work wonderfully for a lot of people - which is why I think you should sample and do a "test drive" to make sure the foundation you choose meets your needs and also is compatible with your skin.

 

[ThePowderPuff]

How exactly do you mean they do damage?

 

[Purple]

I like studio fix fluid, but I looooove Makeup Forever HD, it's my hg liquid foundation.

 

[MzzRach]

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Originally Posted by Katjamo How exactly do you mean they do damage?

MAC foundations break many people out, myself included. But many people wear them with no issue - everyone's skin is different.

If you can wear the Studio Fix powder without issues than I would at least test the Studio Fix fluid or Studio Sculpt.

 

[Teex]

They cause break outs, irritation ect. Read post somewhere about a girl who had terrible luck with a MAC foundation. She had normal skin, rarely broke out, tried the MAC foundation, loved it, bought it. Used it for a few weeks or so, then all of a sudden, it broke her out. Gave her cystic acne, blocked her pores, the whole package. Left scars afterward.

I have pretty durable skin myself (7 month course of Accutane), rarely get breakouts or clogged pores, yet Fix Fluid sometimes manages this.... No other product does...

 

[ThePowderPuff]

I have tried the Studio Fix Fluid now, I got testers samples of every single liquid MAC foundation yesterday :-D

I LOVE the lasting power of the liquid studio fix. But I find it cakes on the oilier arears of my face.

What would you girls suggest? Would one of the others work better? Or can I do something else with the studio fix?

I used a 190 brush if that is of any importance.

 

[ThePowderPuff]

Bump!

 

[rocketqueen]

Did you use the SFF in conjunction with any powder or primer? I find it works amazing together with Prep + Prime finishing powder as it mattifies a lot but isn't drying.

The Prep + Prime SPF50, or even better, the Skin Refined Zone treatment (which is my fave for mattifying purposes), are also mattifying so I'd go for that as a base, especially in the T-zone.

(Heey! Nice to see you here!

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[ThePowderPuff]

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Originally Posted by rocketqueen Did you use the SFF in conjunction with any powder or primer? I find it works amazing together with Prep + Prime finishing powder as it mattifies a lot but isn't drying. The Prep + Prime SPF50, or even better, the Skin Refined Zone treatment (which is my fave for mattifying purposes), are also mattifying so I'd go for that as a base, especially in the T-zone. (Heey! Nice to see you here! )

No I didn't. I need to go see them, I don't have any of them, but have actually been considering it.

I think I have made it really work now. The other day I used the 190 which was a mess. But a moment ago I used the duo fiber brush and WOW that worked excellent!

Sooo I think I will go for the SFF, I really like the finish and lasting power of it. But have to see it in daylight first tomorrow.

I am coming down wednesday to try. Are you there then?