MAC Cosmetics
Studio Fix Fluid — NC50
$39Next to it, NC50 matches the depth closely and carries the same golden cast. Expect a more natural finish.
MAC Cosmetics NC50, a shade of Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation with 24HR Oil Control + Blur-Matte Finish, suits deep 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.
Next to it, NC50 matches the depth closely and carries the same golden cast. Expect a more natural finish.
Next to it, NC50 matches the depth closely and carries the same golden cast. Expect a more dewy finish.
Warm Walnut (W-096) sits at the same depth and holds the warm undertone. Expect a more natural finish.
Next to it, 520 Deep runs a touch lighter and carries the same golden cast. Expect a more natural finish.
Side by side, 17 runs a touch lighter and holds the warm undertone. Expect a more dewy finish.
Deep 1 runs a touch lighter and carries the same golden cast. Expect a more natural finish.
6W1 Sandalwood runs a touch deeper and carries the same golden cast. Expect a more dewy finish.
Marquises runs a touch lighter and holds the warm undertone. Expect a more natural finish.
MAC Cosmetics NC50 has a warm undertone with a golden cast. When comparing alternatives, keeping that golden 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.