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NARS Cosmetics New Caledonia dupes & closest matches

NARS Cosmetics
Light Reflecting Advanced Skincare Foundation — New Caledonia
depth 8/10 · olive undertone · olive cast · $55

NARS Cosmetics New Caledonia, a shade of Light Reflecting Advanced Skincare Foundation, suits deep skin with a olive, olive-leaning undertone. It's often described as Deep skin tones with Olive, warm undertones. 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

Clinique

Even Better Clinical™ Serum Foundation — WN 124 Sienna

$48

WN 124 Sienna matches the depth closely and pulls a little warmer. Expect a more matte finish.

MAC Cosmetics

Studio Fix Fluid — NW48

$39

NW48 lands right at the same depth and pulls a little cooler.

Giorgio Armani Beauty

Luminous Silk Natural Glow Blurring Liquid Foundation — 9 - Tan, Neutral Olive

$69

9 - Tan, Neutral Olive runs a touch lighter and carries the same olive cast.

MAC Cosmetics

Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation — NC50

$39

On skin, NC50 runs a touch deeper and pulls a little warmer. Expect a more matte finish.

TOM FORD

Traceless Soft Matte Foundation — Warm Sand 1.1

Warm Sand 1.1 leans noticeably lighter and pulls a little warmer. Expect a more matte finish.

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Questions people ask

What is NARS Cosmetics New Caledonia's undertone?

NARS Cosmetics New Caledonia has a olive undertone with a olive cast. When comparing alternatives, keeping that olive 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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