MAC Cosmetics
Studio Radiance Serum Powered Foundation — NW35
$46Side by side, NW35 matches the depth closely and stays cool with less of the peach cast. Expect a more dewy finish.
MAC Cosmetics NW35, a shade of Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 24HR Buildable Soft-Matte Foundation + Oil Control, suits light-medium 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.
Side by side, NW35 matches the depth closely and stays cool with less of the peach cast. Expect a more dewy finish.
Side by side, NW35 sits at the same depth and stays cool with less of the peach cast. Expect a more matte finish.
Side by side, 4C3 Softan leans noticeably deeper and stays cool but pulls more pink than peach. Expect a more matte finish.
Side by side, Tahoe leans noticeably deeper and pulls a little warmer.
Sandalwood leans noticeably deeper and pulls a little warmer.
MAC Cosmetics NW35 has a cool undertone with a peach cast. When comparing alternatives, keeping that peach quality matters as much as getting the depth right.
Estée Lauder NEW Double Wear Stay-in-Place Lightweight Matte Foundation in 4C3 Softan (around $10) wears closest among budget options — side by side, 4C3 Softan leans noticeably deeper and stays cool but pulls more pink than peach. Expect a more matte finish.
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.