Review : MAC Studiofix Powder plus Foundation

MAC Studiofix in NC25

PRODUCT INFO from MAC's site:

Studio Fix is a powder and foundation in one that combines good coverage with ease of application. Designed to be used dry, the powder and pigments create a matte, velvety texture. Contains Silica, which helps to maintain a matte finish by absorbing oils on the skin, as well as Talc to provide a smoother, matte finish. Long-wearing. Available in a wide range of colours. Can be applied with a brush, sponge, or a powder puff.

PRICE: Php 1,600 or $26 online (MAC site)

WEIGHT : 15 grams / .52 oz.

SHADES: Available in 33 shades
N stands for Neutral skintones
C stands for Cool skintones
NC stands for Neutral Cool skintones
NW stands for Neutral Warm skintones

Click here to check out So Kiss and Makeup's post to find out more on how to determine your skin undertone.

WHAT I LIKE:
* hygenic coz it has a separate sponge compartment
* love the packaging!
* doesn't cake (on me)
* NC25 really matches my skintone
* has yellow undertones perfect for Asians!
* compact holds a lot of product (some brands have only 12 grams)

WHAT I DON'T LIKE:
* i find it expensive!
* there's no MAC store here in Cebu! Tsk! **praying**

ADDICTION FACTOR:
Will i repurchase? Hmm, maybe yes if I have lots of moolah! Lol!
But Maybelline's Clear smooth powder foundation works just the same on me, but they have limited shades..

I read in Martha's blog that Prestige Wet/Dry Powder is a good dupe. It only costs Php 500! Click here to read her product review.

SWATCHES:

MAC Studiofix Powder Plus Foundation in NC25
MAC Sheer Coverage Foundation in W20

* sorry for the error in the pic, its W20 instead of NW20*

Did you notice that NW20's undertone is kinda pink, but it matched my skintone (back of hand)
I have both Pink & Yellow undertones or maybe Neutral is the correct term?! =)
But NC25 also matches my skintone (face) when blended.. Haven't tried the W20 on my face yet.

From left to right:

MAC blot powder in Light

MAC Sheer Coverage Foundation in NW20
MAC Studiofix in NC25

To check my Product review on MAC's Blot powder, click here.