MAC Cosmetics
Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation — NW15
$39Side by side, NW15 matches the depth closely and stays cool with less of the pink cast. Expect a more matte finish.
MAC Cosmetics NW15, a shade of Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 24HR Buildable Soft-Matte Foundation + Oil Control, suits light skin with a cool, pink-leaning undertone. The pink cast is what people usually try to keep when they look for alternatives. Below are the alternatives that wear closest to it — each one noted with how it differs, so you know what you're trading before you buy.
Side by side, NW15 matches the depth closely and stays cool with less of the pink cast. Expect a more matte finish.
On skin, NW15 matches the depth closely and stays cool with less of the pink cast. Expect a more dewy finish.
MAC Cosmetics NW15 has a cool undertone with a pink cast. When comparing alternatives, keeping that pink quality matters as much as getting the depth right.
A shade never wears alone — it sits next to your concealer, blush and the rest of your routine. Toni at Shade & Seek reads the whole face, not just one swatch, so you can see any of these alternatives in context before buying.