This guide is for anyone seeking a versatile, long-lasting foundation with excellent oil control. The MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation offers a blur-matte finish and medium-to-full buildable coverage, acting as both a foundation and setting powder. While its new formula ensures 24-hour oil control and a silky, talc-free texture, be aware that your previous shade might have changed due to the updated formulation across 78 shades, requiring a new match.
2-in-1 Foundation and Powder: This product serves as both a full-coverage foundation and a setting powder, simplifying your makeup routine.
24-Hour Oil Control: Engineered to manage shine effectively, providing a matte finish that lasts all day.
Blur-Matte Finish: Creates a smooth, filtered appearance by immediately reducing the visibility of pores.
Medium-to-Full Buildable Coverage: Allows you to customize your desired coverage level, from a natural look to a more perfected complexion, while smoothing and evening skin tone.
Breathable Talc-Free Formula: Offers a lightweight and comfortable feel, designed to be non-caking and non-creasing.
Sweat- and Humidity-Resistant: Ensures durability and extended wear, even in challenging environmental conditions.
78 Colour-True Shades: An extensive range of shades designed to provide an accurate match for diverse skin tones. Note that shade matching may be different from previous versions.
Refillable Packaging: The product now comes in an environmentally conscious design, allowing for easy and convenient refills.
Exceptional Oil Control: Provides 24-hour oil and shine control, ideal for oily and combination skin.
Versatile Application: Functions as a foundation for buildable coverage and a setting powder, offering flexibility in your routine.
Flawless Blur-Matte Finish: Delivers a smooth, airbrushed look that minimizes the appearance of pores.
Long-Wearing Performance: Sweat- and humidity-resistant formula ensures makeup stays put without fading, caking, or creasing.
Breathable and Comfortable: Talc-free formula feels lightweight on the skin, avoiding a heavy sensation.
Eco-Friendly Design: New refillable packaging contributes to reduced waste.
Shade Re-Matching: Due to the updated formula, users of previous versions may need to find a new shade match.
Potential for Dry Patches: While talc-free, powder foundations can sometimes highlight dry areas if skin is not adequately prepped and moisturized.
Coverage Control: Achieving the perfect medium-to-full coverage without appearing heavy may require some practice.
Exceptional Oil Control: Provides 24-hour oil and shine control, ideal for oily and combination skin.
Versatile Application: Functions as a foundation for buildable coverage and a setting powder, offering flexibility in your routine.
Flawless Blur-Matte Finish: Delivers a smooth, airbrushed look that minimizes the appearance of pores.
Long-Wearing Performance: Sweat- and humidity-resistant formula ensures makeup stays put without fading, caking, or creasing.
Breathable and Comfortable: Talc-free formula feels lightweight on the skin, avoiding a heavy sensation.
Eco-Friendly Design: New refillable packaging contributes to reduced waste.
Shade Re-Matching: Due to the updated formula, users of previous versions may need to find a new shade match.
Potential for Dry Patches: While talc-free, powder foundations can sometimes highlight dry areas if skin is not adequately prepped and moisturized.
Coverage Control: Achieving the perfect medium-to-full coverage without appearing heavy may require some practice.
The MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation is renowned for its robust performance, offering a reliable solution for a perfected complexion throughout the day. Its dual-purpose nature means it can be used alone for a quick, full-coverage look or over liquid foundation as a setting powder for enhanced longevity and oil control.
As a Primary Foundation: For a quick and effective application, begin with clean, moisturized skin. Using the included sponge applicator, start by dabbing and blending the product from the center of your face outwards. Build up layers gradually in areas requiring more coverage (e.g., blemishes, redness). The blur-matte finish is particularly effective for reducing unwanted shine and achieving a smooth look, excellent for photography or video calls.
For Targeted Touch-Ups: Keep the compact accessible for on-the-go touch-ups. Lightly press the sponge onto oily areas like the T-zone to absorb excess oil and refresh your matte finish without disturbing your existing makeup.
Over Liquid Foundation: If you desire maximum oil control and an ultra-matte, extended wear, lightly dust the powder over your liquid foundation using a fluffy brush. This technique helps to set your liquid base, enhance its longevity, and provide an extra layer of pore-blurring.
In Challenging Environments: Its sweat- and humidity-resistant properties make it an excellent choice for active lifestyles, hot climates, or long workdays, ensuring your makeup remains intact without caking or creasing. The breathable, talc-free formula ensures comfort even with full coverage.
Tip: Always ensure your skin is well-prepped and hydrated. For very oily skin, consider an oil-controlling primer beforehand. For drier skin types, a hydrating primer or moisturizer is key to a smooth application.
Skin Preparation: Before application, ensure your skin is thoroughly cleansed, moisturized, and primed. A suitable primer can enhance wear time and finish.
Shade Matching: It is highly recommended to get professionally shade-matched or test shades carefully in-store due to the updated formula. Your previous MAC Studio Fix shade may have changed, so a re-match will help you find the best fit from the 78 available shades.
Application Tools: The compact comes with a sponge applicator, ideal for medium-to-full coverage and touch-ups. For lighter coverage or as a setting powder, a fluffy powder brush can be used. A denser foundation brush offers more targeted application and buildable coverage.
This powder foundation is designed to seamlessly integrate with most primers and liquid foundations. It pairs particularly well with products formulated for oil control or those aiming for a matte finish.
Skin Types: While beneficial for most skin types, it is especially effective for oily and combination skin due to its 24-hour oil control. Individuals with very dry skin should ensure a robust moisturizing routine and potentially use a hydrating primer to prevent emphasizing dry patches.
Cleaning the Sponge: To maintain hygiene and product performance, regularly wash the included sponge applicator with a mild soap and warm water. Rinse thoroughly until all product residue is removed, then squeeze out excess water and allow it to air dry completely before placing it back in the compact.
Product Storage: Store the compact in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight or extreme temperatures, to preserve the integrity of the powder.
Refillable Packaging: To replace the foundation pan, gently press the bottom of the compact near the hinge to release the old pan. Insert the new refill pan, pressing it firmly into place until it clicks securely. This design allows for easy refills and helps reduce environmental impact.