MAC Cosmetics
Studio Fix Fluid — NC55
$39NC55 lands right at the same depth and carries the same golden cast. Expect a more natural finish.
MAC Cosmetics NC55, 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.
NC55 lands right at the same depth and carries the same golden cast. Expect a more natural finish.
On skin, NC55 matches the depth closely and carries the same golden cast. Expect a more dewy finish.
Next to it, 7W1 Deep Spice lands right at the same depth and carries the same golden cast.
On skin, 570 Deep lands right at the same depth and carries the same golden cast. Expect a more natural finish.
Side by side, Zambie lands right at the same depth and keeps the same warm undertone. Expect a more natural finish.
Next to it, 560W matches the depth closely and pulls a little cooler. Expect a more natural finish.
Next to it, 7 W Warm runs a touch lighter and carries the same golden cast. Expect a more natural finish.
On skin, 22 leans noticeably lighter and keeps the same warm undertone. Expect a more natural finish.
MAC Cosmetics NC55 has a warm undertone with a golden cast. When comparing alternatives, keeping that golden quality matters as much as getting the depth right.
Estée Lauder NEW Double Wear Stay-in-Place Lightweight Matte Foundation in 7W1 Deep Spice (around $10) wears closest among budget options — next to it, 7W1 Deep Spice lands right at the same depth and carries the same golden cast.
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.