Foundation Question...Is it true...

[nooeeyy]

Ideally, you should choose a foundation color that blends into your jawbone without any lines that are visible. Though there is a bit of oxidation in foundation, it is not relevant to the point where you should choose a foundation that is lighter than your skintone. I think when you are choosing a foundation and it looks lighter, you just need do keep in mind it will become darker because of oxidation, not choose a lighter foundation based on oxidation.
For example, I was looking for a liquid Studio Fix in NC45 because I use the Studio Powder Fix and wanted a change. Now the color def looked much lighter in the jar. which is fine because it still matched my skin down and even as the day goes on after wearing it and after oxidation occurs it's still ok.

[MAC_Pixie04]

If your makeup oxidizes beyond recognition, you should switch to something else.

In most formulas, I typically will go a half step lighter in liquid formulas because I a) am oily as hell and b) put powder on top. The color catches up once I've finished the look. For example MUFE face&body #12 looks too light for me in the bottle. once I put it on and put my powder over it and its dry, it darkens. Throughout the day, it'll shift a little more, but not too much otherwise I wouldn't wear it. You don't wanna go too light where your makeup looks off when you first put it on and becomes perfect in a few hours. You need to switch to a formula that will go on gorgeous and shift only slightly as you wear it.

[FierceMrsButler]

I usually wear Studio Stick NC45 and NC50, but from being at the counter and trying Stuido Tech on clients all day, I think I am going to try that out... I have combo skin, and the Studio Sticks look great, but I get the greasy face too...(I also sweat alot) what would u all suggest for touch ups? Studio fix powder or Blot powder???

[CandiGirl21]

I used to want to buy foundation until I triedto keep my skin in good condition. You know, like instead of paying a lot of money or any money for a product that gives the illusion of good skin. So far so good. I used Clinique's facial bar soap and their hydrating gel (instead of the lotion). I used it for four days and all of the damaged skin is clearing up well! GOD I sound like a commercial... LMAO!!!!!

[Scorpdva]

I noticed that alot of the women here wear studio fix in NW shade and the studio tech in NC. Just wondering the reason for that? I recently switched from NW45 to NC50(both were tech formula) because the MA said I have more yellow undertones and NW is more red on me. haven't used fix in awhile.

[SassyMochaJess]

I Love Me Some Mac But After Five Years Of Studio Tech And Studio Fix Blues.... I Branched Out To Iman Cosmetics For My Face Makeup(foundation,powders) And Their Foundation Is Sooo Much Better Than Studio Tech That Has Me Looking Soo Oily Even When I Set Wth Studio Fix. By The End Of The Day I Have A "face Meltdown" Lol.

BUT IMAN'S SECOND TO NONE CREAM TO POWDER FOUNDATION AND STICK FOUNDATION ARE GREAT!! COMPLEXION MATCHES EXACT, IS OIL-FREE AND REASONABLE PRICED. THEIR SEMI LOOSE POWDER IS PRETTY GOOD TOO.

BUT I GUESS YOU HAVE SEE WHAT ELSE MIGHT WORK FOR YOU BESIDES MAC..... But I still love my fix & tech!!!

[NaturalSister19]

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Originally Posted by Twinkle_Twinkle

Generally, for me anyway, a pefect foundation match looks lighter than my skintone in the pan or bottle, but on blends flawlessly. I would not suggest intentionally buying a product that you know to be lighter in order to counteract oxidation.

To Sulking Beauty, if the effects of oxidation are that bad with what you are currently using, I would switch to another formulation or a different brand for foundation and powder all together. Or perhaps you could try a primer.

Brilliant as usual.

[JaneHorror]

I don't know if these the right place to put, but how would one go about finding their undertone? I mean there are a lot and I would love to find out what I am.

[thatgrlispoison]

I usually match mine to my neck. My face is considerably lighter/more pale. It all evens out once the foundation is on. I have found that certain formulations oxidize more than others. I've just tried to stay away from those.

Also anything with an SPF in it - especially liquid dries lighter for some reason. The heavier coverages - like the studio fix, the stick, the mineralize satinfinish, the studio tech oxidizes and turns dark. I typically don't wear any of those for that reason. They turn me red once they oxidize and whatever other products (like blush, bronzer, etc.) I put on top red too. Sometimes switching to NC from NW will help though. I can wear the stick in NC but in NW it goes red and wacky.

You also have to take your skin type into consideration too. If you are oily, your makeup is more likely to oxidize. If you are dry, a powder foundation alone may look ashy. Liquid always works best for me. The creamy products are too heavy and greasy. They go dark and oxidize and the powders make me look like a ghost.

[BaAZiGar]

does anyone know of any formulas that DONT oxidize ?? thx!

[MAHALO]

Today I wore MAC mineralized satin finish in NC45. I usually wear NW43 with just a drop of NC45 for a perfect match. At first the NC45 looked much too yellow for me. Since I wasn't going out, I didn't remove it. What a surprise ... an hour later, the foundation didn't look too yellow. It's many hours later and it looks perfect. In fact, it looks better than what I typically wear. Unfortunately, most days I can't wait an hour for my makeup to oxidize.

[MsWestchesterNY]

my between an NW 45 and 47 depeding on the MAC store I go to, and I find that shininess at the end of day, and it really sucks

[l1onqueen]

I am an NC45, but have crazy oily skin so it turns orange after a few hours. I got a sample of NC44 thinking that it would "dry down" to my shade but, no! It looks too light. What can I do besides look into another brand? My skin is so sensitive that I'm afraid to try anything else.

[merryandlovely]

Makeup should match your skin. You should not have watermarks or look like adifferent head was spliced onto a darker neck. It should match your skin exacrly at the jaw line.

[__nini]

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Originally Posted by l1onqueen

I am an NC45, but have crazy oily skin so it turns orange after a few hours. I got a sample of NC44 thinking that it would "dry down" to my shade but, no! It looks too light. What can I do besides look into another brand? My skin is so sensitive that I'm afraid to try anything else.

You definitely shouldn't go a grade lighter than you say you are. Are you not of a cool complexion? I'd say try the NW route or still use your NC45 and top it off with MSF Natural in Dark or any bronzer you may have.

[YesicaElana]

The best thing to do is get a sample of the foundation and wear it out if you're not sure. Foundations do funny things after you wear them for a while.

[Ms CoCoCrispy]

I don't think so if I went any lighter I think I would look ashy I wear MUFE 175 and a primer usually helps.

[osakajan]

I find that it is true. Often i match my foundation to be a "tad lighter". as well as my powder. If i matched my foundation and powder to my exact skin tone, i would be too brownish/orange-ish, by mid day.

tip: when buying foundation, put an ample "dollops" along your jaw line (vertically). Leave the foundation to set for at least 10- 20 secs. The one that doesnt get too dark, will be the best match. Dont just buff a foundation into your skin. leave it to set.

If you buff most foundations into the skin (at the store), plenty of colors will match.

in my case i use an nc45 studio fix fluid, i touch up with "medium dark" mineralize pressed. I find my look stays looking fresh, and doesnt get darker throughout the day

xo

osakajan

[HoneyDip]

i can honestly say the only foundation that NEVER EVER oxidizes on me is Revlon Colorstay foundatin for oily/combination skin.. i think i have quite sensitive skin too and i just love it. its pretty long lasting.

[Sammaji]

Not only can it oxidize on your face, after time it will oxidize on its own in the container. I took my studio fix to MAC today to have them match the color b/c the sticker fell off and I had no clue what shade studio fix I was wearing (its been bugging me to know)! Through process of elimination she assured me it was NC55. Side by side my used studio fix was somewhat darker than the brand new one. She assured me that was due to oxidation and she was sure it was NC b/c it had yellow tones and NC55 was the darkest foundaton with yellow undertones, as mine was too dark to be any of the other NC's besides 55. Interesting....she was pretty convincing I hope she knew her stuff and what I have is really NC55 and not something else. I guess I will find out for sure when it's time to purchase a new one!

[machonesty]

Just my 2 cents

Most WOC have to use 2 dif foundation shades on dif areas of the face and blend well, or
mix 2 found shades on a pallete. This is what I do, currently using Revlon ColorStay in Cappucino and Caramel

ITA w using blotting papers, or trying a dif brand/formula

[Mandy4610]

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Originally Posted by strawberry

i have the same problem as yours. my face is way fairer than my neck and my chest is way fairer as well. i used to wear studio fix powder in nc35 and a bronze so that it will look natural. but still, my face look fairer than my neck. but now, the MA said that i should change to nw35 and when i wear it over my studio fix fluid in nc30, i look too fair. its too obvious that my neck is darker than my face. i dont know whether i should go for a darker shade now or just stay with what i have as i loveeeeeeee the coverage despite the fact that my neck look darker than my face..

This is my dilema too and to top it all off, I have different shades on my face due to acne marks

[longhornsgirl]

I think a good primer is just as important as anything else. Invest in one because this could counteract the oxidation.

[mufey]

Water and silicone based foundations tend to resist colour change the longest out of all foundations. I've had luck and good colour matches with Shu Uemura's water-based foundation, MUFE F&B and - my favourite - Giorgio Armani Face Fabric. I say this after having spent many days with a dark orange face courtesy of MAC.