Foundation Equivalencies

[PLAYAGIRL]

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Originally Posted by shellyshells

Anyone know any NC40 brand equivalencies?

I second this request.....

[MAHALO]

My skin is normal/slightly dry but gets a little drier in the Winter and I prefer light coverage ... MAC Select NW43, MAC MSF NW43, MAC MSF Natural Dark, MAC STUDIO MIST Dark, Classified Era Airbrush Foundation R8 , MAC Mineralized foundation loose Dark, Bare Minerals 4N Medium Dark.

I have been unable to find a good match in BB and a colorblind MA at Sephora color matched me to MUFE HD #177. It was much to dark for me.

This winter I got lighter with more yellow undertones so I switched to MAC Mineralized Satin NC45. EARTHEN GLOW minerals "Sherri-Lynn" Youthful Glow foundation works well too.

2ND UPDATE ... APRIL 4TH, 2009 ... After a 2 week vacation in the tropics, my skintone is has less yellow undertone and is darker. MY EG Sherri-Lynn is a little off so I shopped for foundation today. Bobbi Brown Moisure Rich foundation in warm almond 6.5 is very close. If I add a light dusting of Sherri-Lynn (lighter and more yellow than BB Warm Almond), the BB works. I like the feel of the BBB moisure Rich liquid. I had tried the tested the BB cream foundation some time ago. The Warm Almond in that formulation didn't work for me.

3RD UPDATE ... APRIL 21, 2009 .... The Bobbi Brown Moisure Rich in warm almond hasn't worked for me. The color is too rich. My tropic vacation color has faded. I like this foundation so much that I purchased Golden 6.0. It's looks much better than the Warm Almond.

[chellaxx]

MAC:
studio tech NC43
studio finish NC42
Pressed blot powder medium/dark
studio fix fluid NC43.5 (Its way too dark, thanks to rubbish lighting in MAC)
studio sculpt foundation NC42
studio sculpt concealer NC42

EDIT:

revlon colorstay: golden caramel (PERFECT)

[wifey806]

my mom:
MAC Studio Fix Powder Foundation - C40
MUFE Hi Def 153
MAC Studio Finish Concealer: NC42

I am:
Studio Fix: C7 or NC50
Studio Finish concealer: NW40 (under eyes). NC45 (face)
MUFE HiDef - 173
MUFE mat Velvet+ in Caramel
MAC SFF: nw43

[Avartsy]

MAC Studio Stick....NC50
MAC Studio Sculpt..NC50 (still on the fence w/ this)
MUFE HD...............175
MUFE Mat Velvet....75
Bobbi Brown...........Warm Almond (6.5)
MAC Concealers......NW45
Cargo ..................F80

Would anyone know the equivalent shade for Becca, since I'm an NC50?

[__nini]

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Originally Posted by Curly1908

Does anyone know what the equivalent of NW45 and NW50 in Bobbi Brown's Oil-free Even Finish Compact Foundation?

Would Walnut, Chestnut, or Espresso work?

Walnut & Chestnut more than likely, but that's from knowing the Skin Foundation line (if BB foundations are universal for all lines).

[Curly1908]

Quote:

Originally Posted by __nini

Walnut & Chestnut more than likely, but that's from knowing the Skin Foundation line (if BB foundations are universal for all lines).

Thx.

Would you happen to know what would be the equivalent of NW50 in MUFE Velvet + Matifying Foundation?

[msbrenda]

Hi, I am a nc30 for the mac sculpt foundation... I was wondering can anyone tell me what is the equivalent for the Revlon Colorstay Liquid Foundation with soft... I know it was already mentioned that a user on here uses fresh beige, but she said that it not really a match. So I was wondering if anyone else uses a different shade?

[letsbefriends]

does anyone know the equivalent for Shu Uemura Face Architect in 964 in Bobbi Brown's Skin Foundation line?

I use Shu Uemura Face Architect 964 (perfect), also Revlon Colorstay in Sand Beige, and same tone of MUFE HD (which TOO pink for me)

[Entice]

MUFE 175
MAC Studio fix powder NW45
MAC foundation in NC50
Bobbi Brown oil free compact in 7/7.5 (not sure which one)

[lovergirlrafiki]

Does anyone MUFE HD foundation equivalent to face atelier #10 ultra foundation.

[Noussie]

I haven't used that many yet but here they are:

Mac studio sculpt foundation : NC44
Mac select cover up concealer : NC45 (not too sure if this is working for me tho :P)
Mac mineralize skinfinish : medium dark
EDM : medium tan

Update 30-11-09

MAC blot powder : Dark
MAC studio sculpt concealer : NW35 (Way better than the nc45 one!)

[joojoobss]

i dont have one foundation that really matches my skin, so i mix 2 colors to try to match my skin color.

-giorgio armani luminous silk foundation- 6 (looooooove this one so much, however i have gotten lighter... and 6 is now too dark. (DOES ANYONE KNOW IF THE COLOR DOWN IS ALSO AS OLIVE AS 6???)
-mac studio sculpt: mix of nc25 and nc40 (i know 25 and 40 are a big difference, however nc40 and nc30 were almost identical, however i found nc40 had more yellow compared to nc30, and they didn't nc 27)
-mac studio tech nc27
-mac mineralized satinfinish spf 15 - nc37 -wayyyyyyyy to orangy,,, (i bought it when i was darker)
-mac studio fix fluid spf 15 - nc37 - once again a little too dark, its more for summer
-smashbox high definition healthy fx foundation - medium (it was one of those promo from smashbox that came in 4 color choices.. light, medium, dark.. blah blah... not much to choose from, and obvious enough.. doesnt match very well.
-Nars balanced foundation- fiji, and Barcelona (this foundation oxidize sooo much!, it gets sooo much darker once you put it on your face)
-lancome color ideal - II-40 (w)
-makeup forever- liquid lift foundation - 31503, or is it 5?
-maybelline dream liquid mousse - 2.5
-maybelline mineral power foundation - medium 0
-clinique supermoisture makeup - 10 beige (M-N)
-laura mercier- vanilla beige
-revlon color stay - 330 natural tan
-revlon age defying - dry skin 13 golden beige
-CG tru blend- (3) 450

i went to prescriptives to get a custom blend foundation, i really liked the color it was light medium with A LOT, A LOT of pumps of olive (green) color. however i do not like the formulation, for me it doesnt blend well at all.

[prettyplump04]

Wow I wonder if there are any NW47 on this board? Anyway, I'm a newbie to the board and here is what I use:

Mac Select Spf15 liquid foundation: NW47
Mac Studio Tech: NW47
Mac Mineralized Loose Foundation Powder: Deeper Dark

I love how studio tech covers and really don't need to use concealer with it but I bought this shade in the summer and I don't know if it's too dark or not in the winter. I asked an MA there and he thought it wasn't but I'm going to try another number just to be sure.

As for the mineralized loose foundation poweder I think its great for everyday, on the go, sheer coverage. They claim you can build the coverage with this, but the only way I see this possible is by layering it over top of my studio tech or select spf15 liquid foundation. I might can wet a foundation brush and then apply but I have to test it out and see for sure...

I want to try the new sculpt foundation but i heard it's not good for people with oily skin or someone that's acne prone. My skin for some reasons these days has been extra oily and my skin is extra sensitive to products with alot of oil in them. Is there anyone that has oily skin have luck with this product?

[awilda429]

Quote:

Originally Posted by PLAYAGIRL

I second this request.....

MAC NC40 in all formulations
MAC studio finish concealer NW25
MAC mineralize skin finish natural Medium Plus
MAC Bronzing powder in Matte Bronze

Mufe #128 HD

[Curly1908]

MAC NW50
MUFE Mat Velvet #80

[minissha]

Hello,

I use the following products:

MAC Studio Fix NC44 liquid foundation See update below...
MAC Studio Fix #4 powder

I don't wear makeup on a daily basis - a total novice to makeup. I am really glad that I found this site - such a wealth of information!

5/2/09 update:

• Studio Fix NC44 looked a little golden on my skin, so I went back to MAC. The MA matched me with NW40. But, it turned a bit ashy.
• Bobbi Brown Oil-free foundation in #5 (Honey). I am unsure if this is the right color for me - a bit orange. But the pictures I took looked fine.
• Revlon ColorStay oil-control foundation in Rich Tan and Golden Caramel. I combine the two colors. It looks good except for the oil-control part (which has not quite worked in my case).
• MUFE HD #153 - Although the foundation seemed a bit "powdery/cakey" a first, it settled into a beautiful finish. I will buy this from Sephora soon (and keep my fingers crossed that this is the HG foundation for me).

5/18/09 update:

Heaven only knows the right foundation match for me! I've been to Sephora thrice to find a color match in MUFE HD/Mat Velvet foundations. I have noticed that many MA's try to match me to shades that are much darker than my skin tone. Then, they are in a dilemma when those shades do not work. Have other women of color experienced this too?

So...the list of department store brands I've tried but haven't found the (almost) perfect match are: SmashBox, CoverFx, Clinique, Bobbi Brown, Prescriptives (custom blend), Shu Umeura and Dior. I used MAC StudioFix in the past. I do not remember getting any breakouts from the foundation. So, I'll take my final trek back to MAC. If nothing pans out, I'll wait a couple of months before I try foundations again. My poor eyes and face need a break from the blinding beauty of all of those shades. My hope is still alive that I will find my HG foundation!

Any suggestions for foundation matching are appreciated.

I love this forum!

[Jade09]

Quote:

Originally Posted by minissha

Hello,

Few questions about equivalencies to MAC NC44:

• Is MUFE 170 the right match for MAC NC44?
• What is the equivalent color in MUFE F&B?
• What are the color equivalencies in Bobbi Brown and CoverFx

Thank you for your help.

I usually fluctuate between NC42 (winter) and NC44(summer). And I would think the best best would be MUFE HD 173 (I use the 170 in the winter). Hope that helps!

[BionicWoman]

Quote:

Originally Posted by minissha

Hello,

I use the following products:

MAC Studio Fix NC44 liquid foundation
MAC Studio Fix C4 powder

I don't wear makeup on a daily basis. Recently I have had a renewed interest in learning about makeup application. I am really glad that I found this forum - such a wealth of information!

Few questions about equivalencies to MAC NC44:

• Is MUFE 170 the right match for MAC NC44?
• What is the equivalent color in MUFE F&B?
• What are the color equivalencies in Bobbi Brown and CoverFx

Thank you for your help.

I'm an NC44 and I wear MUFE HD Foundation in 170 Caramel

[beautyaddict08]

MAC studio tech nw47
Iman cream to powder earth 5
iman liquid foundation earth 4

[beautyaddict08]

Yay. Another NW47.

[nichollecaren]

MAC Studio Fix C7
Revlon Color Stay Caramel
Black Opal Truly Topaz
maybelline dream matte mousse toffee
Dream matte pressed powder Hazelnut (i tend to buy my powders dark)
MAC Blot Powder Deep Dark
Marykay Full coverage foundation in bronze 507 full -this is my perfect match (507 medium is a totally different shade, looks orange)
Iman clay2
Milani Spiced almond

[BionicWoman]

Quote:

Originally Posted by minissha

Hello,

I use the following products:

MAC Studio Fix NC44 liquid foundation
MAC Studio Fix C4 powder

I don't wear makeup on a daily basis. Recently I have had a renewed interest in learning about makeup application. I am really glad that I found this forum - such a wealth of information!

Few questions about equivalencies to MAC NC44:

• Is MUFE 170 the right match for MAC NC44?
• What is the equivalent color in MUFE F&B?
• What are the color equivalencies in Bobbi Brown and CoverFx

Thank you for your help.

...and in Bobbi Brown, I wear the foundation in "Golden"

[Nadine12]

somebody have equals for NC40 studio fix fluid skin color????????

[moonlit]

I have would be happy if I can get fdn equiv for

1)Mufe matt velvet
4)Georgio Aramani LSF
3)MUFE face and body
4)Laura mercier tinted moisturiser


I wear mac sff in NC 42 (it is a little orangish after applying it)
MUFE hd fdn in 153 mixed with FA in zero (153 is too yellowy)
RCMA shinto2
mac face and body C5
mac hyper real nc 400 (I have nc300 and can get away with NC 300 as well)
occ skin : Y3
Face Atelier : #7
Jouer Moisturising tint - golden (I have bronzed and its dark for me so I am guessing 'golden' would be correct for my skintone
Chanel Vitalumier : not sure- was matches #40 natural beige and it looks pink and rest of my body is yellow- yuck..

thanks!