MAC Cosmetics
Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation — NW50
$39On skin, NW50 matches the depth closely and carries the same neutral cast. Expect a more matte finish.
MAC Cosmetics NW50, a shade of Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 24HR Buildable Soft-Matte Foundation + Oil Control, suits tan skin with a cool, neutral-leaning undertone. The neutral 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, NW50 matches the depth closely and carries the same neutral cast. Expect a more matte finish.
NW50 lands right at the same depth and carries the same neutral cast. Expect a more dewy finish.
Next to it, 490 Medium Deep matches the depth closely and pulls a little warmer.
On skin, 530 Deep runs a touch deeper and carries the same neutral cast.
Side by side, 500 Deep runs a touch deeper and carries the same neutral cast.
Deep 2 runs a touch deeper and carries the same neutral cast.
Next to it, 54N runs a touch lighter and carries the same neutral cast. Expect a more dewy finish.
7.5 N Neutral runs a touch deeper and carries the same neutral cast.
MAC Cosmetics NW50 has a cool undertone with a neutral cast. When comparing alternatives, keeping that neutral 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.