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MAC Cosmetics NC44 dupes & closest matches

MAC Cosmetics
Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation — NC44
depth 6/10 · warm undertone · golden cast · $39

MAC Cosmetics NC44, a shade of Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation with 24HR Oil Control + Blur-Matte Finish, suits medium-tan skin with a warm, golden-leaning undertone. The golden 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.

The closest matches

MAC Cosmetics

Studio Radiance Serum Powered Foundation — NC44

$46

NC44 matches the depth closely and carries the same golden cast. Expect a more dewy finish.

MAC Cosmetics

Studio Fix Fluid — NC44

$39

Side by side, NC44 matches the depth closely and carries the same golden cast. Expect a more natural finish.

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Questions people ask

What is MAC Cosmetics NC44's undertone?

MAC Cosmetics NC44 has a warm undertone with a golden cast. When comparing alternatives, keeping that golden quality matters as much as getting the depth right.

How do I know which of these will actually work for me?

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.

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