MAC Cosmetics
Studio Radiance Serum Powered Foundation — NW18
$46On skin, NW18 matches the depth closely and stays cool with less of the peach cast. Expect a more dewy finish.
MAC Cosmetics NW18, a shade of Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 24HR Buildable Soft-Matte Foundation + Oil Control, suits light skin with a cool, peach-leaning undertone. The peach 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.
On skin, NW18 matches the depth closely and stays cool with less of the peach cast. Expect a more dewy finish.
On skin, NW18 sits at the same depth and stays cool with less of the peach cast. Expect a more matte finish.
Next to it, 6 matches the depth closely and holds the cool undertone. Expect a more dewy finish.
Next to it, 2CR lands right at the same depth and stays cool but pulls more pink than peach.
1R12 Cool Ivory matches the depth closely and pulls a little warmer.
Next to it, 4 runs a touch deeper and holds the cool undertone.
CN 40 Cream Chamois runs a touch lighter and holds the cool undertone. Expect a more matte finish.
Next to it, 170 runs a touch lighter and stays cool but pulls more pink than peach. Expect a more matte finish.
MAC Cosmetics NW18 has a cool undertone with a peach cast. When comparing alternatives, keeping that peach 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.