MAC Cosmetics Powders: What's the difference? Which are best?

[@asdf-JKLL]

1. Studio Fix 2. Blot Pressed Powder 3. Select Sheer Pressed Powder 4. Mineralize Skin Finish 5. Prep n’ Prime Finishing Powder

[@rockyyj23]

In the future I recommend you post the products you used or reviewed in the description box it makes your videos 10x’s better in my opinion

[@lisajmakeup]

Thanks Raquel! I do now on my more recent videos. I really appreciate your feedback!

[@tiffprendergast]

Raquel Jasmine yess

[@Gsega]

Agreed, She did this in her recents and I was like “ thank God ! “

[@DnG100]

Thanks for breaking it all down. I always get confused when someone mentions anything about Mac powders/foundations. Now Im ready to purchase with confidence.

[@lisajmakeup]

It can be so confusing. I am glad this helps! :)

[@Barb6106]

I must be confused.. but I’m looking for a touch up for the Studio Fix powder foundation. Which was the final recommendation? Thanks!💕 Loved this.. I’m a big fan of MAC and appreciated this vidro!

[@sheilasteverson4008]

Absolutely clear and informative engaging video so thank you for being so thorough, so clear and hitting point I'm about to start using Mac makeup and I could not determine the function of each of the powders, or how to go about selecting them - but... that part! your video is spot on what I needed and it's to the point,, not too long, yet loaded with the info I needed To help me make an informed decision!! And I didn't have to go all over the place...yours covered it & you didn't miss a beat...thx!!

[@AnniePBeautyDefyingAge]

I use to wear MAC C4 Over my foundation back in the day. I still use some of my MAC products. I'm trying not to buy makeup that's not animal cruelty free. It's hard these days to even find a good company who doesn't do it. Nowadays brands who didn't test on them are now owned by a bigger company who do , so therefore I'm still spending my money and supporting companies who do. Maybe one day it will all stop. ❤️🐶❤️🐶

[@lisajmakeup]

Yeah..I always thought they were animal cruelty free.. thats what we were trained when I worked for them. I think companies that sell in China have to test on animals is that right? So for a company to be totally against animal testing they cannot sell their products in China..is that right? I thought that was the position NARS took on the subject.

[@mlamBAcher27]

I stumbled across this video and I am SOO glad I did! This video was so helpful! I am totally subscribing! :)

[@lisajmakeup]

Awww, thanks Marie! xoxo

[@WISOSEXO77]

Thank you so much for this video, you answered all my questions! I love that you go in depth on what its for and how to use it, helps us newbies a lot.

[@lisajmakeup]

Aww, thank you for taking the time to leave this comment. I'm so happy my videos help. :)

[@KaraLey98]

OK seriously, I'm looking up videos and watching then all day to learn a bit about the different powders and how they worth on the skin... I need to figure out which one to order, althoughI think MAC Stidio Fix is the one I want.... I just hit the jackpot with Lisa's video here! I don't need to watch another one-- I have found out everything I need to know all in one video..(I may watch thid one again) Thank you so much Lisa. This was an excellent instructional video👍

[@carolguerrero5533]

Thank you for this!!! Its very informative! I actually have the studio fix and i bought it like 3 yrs ago without knowing that its actually not recommended for touch ups since yeah its foundation...i never really cared about foundations or powders before, only this time that i am learning about make ups... Thank you for this!!!!!

[@lisajmakeup]

+simplyme caroljones Thank you for watching! So many people apply studio fix powder over liquid not realizing its a foundation itself. You aren't alone girl! :)

[@rachellevin9855]

I love the Studio Fix powder more then any other foundation.

[@lisajmakeup]

Thanks Rachel! So glad you love it :)

[@mariejoseepitre409]

I am new to your channel and I know this video was done long ago but thought I'd give my opinion anyway. I don't know if you finally tried the Careblend but I will say that it is a beautiful powder for dryer and aging skin since it has shea butter in it, just use a light hand under the eyes and you're good to go. The only drawback , the shade selection is limited, not as wide as studio fix. If you tried the Pro Longwear, I would love to hear your thoughts on it !!

[@lisajmakeup]

Thank you Marie! Yes, I have since tried that one and you are absolutely right! I'm glad you mentioned it because I have never talked about it on here. Thank you!

[@MrEmichan]

Marie Josee Pitre I'm a MAC novice and am going in for my first proper MAC consult in a few days. Would you say the powder is long lasting? I have combo skin. Oily T-zone, dry elsewhere do you think this would suit me?

[@simplyvidya6680]

No I did not tried studio fix powder foundation range not other powders well well explained

[@maddieoconner7204]

My first time ever at MAC I was with my sister and it was a couple years ago and we had no clue what we were doing and no one came over to us and asked us do we need help and then we went over to the too faced and the woman was so helpful as soon we went over she asked us do we want help

[@lisajmakeup]

Oh I'm sorry to hear that!

[@veronicasalas2666]

New sub tfs! I’m 55 years old. I have been on the look for a new Holy Grail high end and drugstore foundation for the past 4.5 years. My skin is very oily in the tzone. Combination to dry on the rest. Hot flashes too. So I am doing my research.

[@jillf24]

You truly have the best content of all the youtubers. I love a few of you, but you "nail" the topic everytime!!! And we MUST have a tutorial on today's look! Holy smokes-I wish you lived closer to me!!! I would hire you weekly!!!! LOL

[@lisajmakeup]

Awww, you are too sweet! This video is one of my old ones! :)

[@cosolalala]

What do you think of the new Next to Nothing powder from MAC?

[@donnaspurling9176]

What blush are you wearing? Thanks.

[@soniamendoza2041]

THANK YOU!! OMG so helpful. So I do not own a single MAC product and was interested in purchasing some setting powder. Thank you!

[@KaraLey98]

Lisa, what shade did you use in the Mineral Skinfinish?? I just placed an online order, for 3 different powder, and in Skinfinish, I chose Medium. I probably should call the company tomorrow and change to LightPlus. Im very fair but I use darker powders in summer, , and self tan my body,, so that's whyI chose Medium. But I'm having serious doubts, bc I realize this powder is not the same ad other powders, and I'm going for an effect, not necessarily to match colors like with other powders, KWIM? Thinking I would have been better off now with the Light or Light Plus because the lighter color might be a prettier effect. Please answer if you see this post.. I know you might not see it for a while, if ever😵☺👌

[@marywidener1409]

Great video! Which one would you recommend- I’m looking for something to control oil and shine but don’t want to be extremely matte? That’s such a struggle for me.

[@hildasequeira4087]

Very informative. I love your videos. I like the way you apply makeup.

[@chitsb]

I’m also NC30. What shade do you suggest for the mineralise skin finish powder?

[@joanneburleigh3724]

Hi, I know you did this video awhile ago but I'm looking into Mac powders because I would like one. I have dry skin so I don't want a completely matte face that's caky. I've heard the Next to nothing powder is amazing and even gives a sheen. I believe it's a newer powder. What would you recommend for me as a setting powder? I would love your input. Thanks so much and I absolutely love your channel. 💜

[@karishmakishnani3365]

Hi ... love love love your videos .. ur the best of all ... plZ plZ do a video of creme eyeshadows if mac and an eye makeup tutorial using them .. plz and even the skin finish Pd

[@TanielaFairlock]

I love this! I have know idea what I a doing on a daily basis so it is nice that you have broken it all down for us. Great video.

[@lisajmakeup]

Thanks Taniela Fairlock ! :)

[@jhc7731]

Do you still use the Mac Mineralize Natural Powder?? What is your fav finishing powder for dry/ mature skin? (I’m looking for a finishing powder to use on Brides with dry skin). Thank you in advance!

[@Anu-dg6kv]

How thoroughly you explain.thankyou lisa

[@lisajmakeup]

Thank you Anu! :)

[@marjoriesegersbolcabanilla2035]

I do not like the mineral, not the studio fix ... but what I recommend for oily skin but provide long-lasting color and ... sorry for my English is very bad

[@bostaurus1]

Wow you have to check from the website whether it minimizes pores...

[@yovondathornton2516]

hi i am glad u did this video it was very helpful my decision on what powder to get will be easy

[@lisajmakeup]

+Yovonda Thornton Oh good! Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment. :)

[@sasasisi8854]

Thanks for the helpful info Can u do a video of mac lipliner lipstick combinations??

[@marcwyant1217]

What blush are you wearing in this video? I love it!

[@lisajmakeup]

Thank you Marc! Oh gosh, I wish I could remember. This was back in the day when I wasn't linking or listing everything in the description box and I have bad mom brain where I can't remember what i wore even yesterday. lol..

[@lindan779]

OK I'm confused when you say it's a setting powder? I thought this was just to control the oil on your face? So you can USE this as a setting powder for your foundation???

[@janicemiller1467]

Hi Lisa , which shade skin finish powder would you recommend? I wear studio fix nc30 fluid foundation

[@MrEmichan]

I'm turning 42, and while i generally have good skin, I'm starting to notice under eye texture that wasn't there before. So I'm considering skipping the under eye concealer + powder option and go with a powder foundation in that area instead. It needs to be finely milled and brightening, not matte either. Recommendations? Opinions?

[@sundari555-f2g]

Your look in this video is very nice. Please list the makeup colors for us. Thank you for explaining all the MAC powders. You should do a favorites of MAC products.

[@lisajmakeup]

+N. Sundari Thanks so much! Thats a great idea!

[@sundari555-f2g]

Thanks so much for responding nice surprise. I was referred by Emilynoel83. You have a nice variety of videos.

[@rootbeer4u]

New subscriber, Great vid, ty! I have darker brown hair w/ Carmel highlights but my natural skin is medium w/ pink undertones but most days I wear foundations & powders def darker then my skin (blend neck to match). It's not nearly as drastic as it sounds but my questions if I should buy NW bc of pinker (Gernam/Irish) or is it better to do NC since I look better w/ a tanner completion. I want to rid the red undertones. I've always been confused on that issue, thnx & best of luck online!

[@paulinejustliving]

Makeup is so beautiful.😊 Thank you.😊 for sharing your tips, just loved it!

[@lisajmakeup]

+paulinejustliving thank you Pauline for watching!

[@mlamBAcher27]

Hi Lisa! I have a quick question. I just bought the Skinfinish Natural (shade: light) yesterday and I want to use it at a setting powder but I'm not sure what kind of brush/applicator I should use to get the application?

[@selinvox4643]

can u do an updated mac products tutorial, I just bought a ton of stuff and have no idea how to use some of the items, doing my best but you are so talented 😘😘😘

[@lisajmakeup]

+Selin Vox yes for sure! I'll add it to my list. What products in particular ?

[@selinvox4643]

Lisa J thank you, I bought: skinfinish in light, give me sun bronzer, oh darling highlighter, fix plus, pro longwear foundation, I am using the skinfinish to set my undereye, is this wrong? do I still need a loose setting powder, can I use the fix plus before highlighter and after powder and blush?

[@marathon1ism]

Lisa, do you still wear the el double wear in the blue tube??? I really like the regular dw but it is heavy and dry, any suggestions??? love your videos! thanks!!!

[@lisajmakeup]

Janet Davis I don't... I like the regular Double Wear more than the Maximum coverage (the one in the blue tube), if you feel like the reg is too heavy, this one will probably feel more heavy. You can always dilute your DW down with a liquid primer or a little moisturizer or some of my other favorites that are less heavy are the YSL Fusion Ink Foundation (super lightwieght and build able coverage), the Maybeliine Fit Me Matte Foundation is pretty good too.

[@laurahassler5386]

I love your eyes in this video. What eye palette did you use?

[@lisajmakeup]

+Laura Hassler Thank you Laura! Oh shoot! I don't remember. :( Sorry!

[@laurahassler5386]

+Lisa J thanks ok. Thanks for responding back.

[@Jodi3175]

This was very helpful! Thank you!

[@TriinTamburiin]

I think I would like the Select sheer powder, I'm really surprised that there is only a few reviews on it in youtube.

[@lisajmakeup]

Thank you so much! If you try it, I would love to hear your thoughts!

[@TriinTamburiin]

Lisa J Turns out it is discontinued now, currently selling at a discount in nordstrom. I ended up getting the Next to nothing powder :)

[@87mahi1]

What colour are you in MSF natural?

[@Versace71]

Mineralized skin finish is that good for mature skin

[@gracebella02]

Lisa all your videos are very informative help me a to know what to buy, I love Mac cosmetics your look is beautiful can you Do a tutorial please thank you 💐

[@lisajmakeup]

Thank you so much Grace!

[@wagasoolore]

How about the one call “next to nothing” I bought it I feel it quite strong I got in medium deep

[@Gsega]

Excellent video. You look gorg!

[@anikachowdhury9287]

C2 vs nc10 which is for bright yellow tone

[@annettemlody2684]

Thank you so much for the video, very informative.

[@lindanava9757]

What shade are you wearing?

[@victoriabarreto8832]

Which one do you think its better to use with a concealer? I need something easy to use everyday for school, but at the same time i want a veryveryvery natural look cause i'm my school make up is not allowed

[@lisajmakeup]

Probably the Mineralize Skinfinish. Its not really a foundation, but it good good coverage and it has a more natural finish be use its not really matte.

[@Vivienvixen]

Nowwwww.... A lot of my MAC mistakes make sense. Lol. Really enjoying your channel. Thank you from Houston

[@lisajmakeup]

Lol! This made me laugh out loud. ☺️ thanks so much for the comment!

[@officiallyanamika]

Working at MAC would be my dream job.

[@lisajmakeup]

It was such a fun company to work for and FUN people!

[@caroldiehm4367]

Thank you Lisa. Great review & most helpful.

[@lisajmakeup]

Thank you Carol!

[@evelyngaya463]

If you ever purchase the studio sculpt defining powder please do a review on it😊 In a few months after I finish a few of my face powders I will be looking into that one or the studio fix plus powder

[@lisahayes3648]

I know this is an old comment & you've probably sorted it out by now but I thought I'd just mention (for what it's worth), just in case you hadn't. I watched another review of MAC powder and he was scathing about the sculpt line.

[@101callalily]

Thanks for this informative vid. I like the shade of your lipstick, what are you wearing if you don't mind? Thanks.

[@lisajmakeup]

Thank you! Oh I wish I could remember! Sorry!

[@thehoneycombmom]

Thank you for this! Just found your channel and subbed. I live in a state that doesn't have a Mac store at all so everything has to ordered online and I have to guess. I am wanting to get more into using Mac. I have been wondering about the powders and this was extremely helpful. Thanks again, much appreciated.

[@lisajmakeup]

thehoneycombmom Oh I'm so glad! Thank you for watching!

[@DenniseJimenez]

What color do you use in the mineralized line? I want to get medium but fighting between medium and medium plus. Thank you.

[@lisajmakeup]

+Dennise Jimenez I use Medium Dark but only because mine is so old they didn't have the Medium Plus, I'd probably do that one now.

[@sonjakahlemarkle3085]

Thank you! great video that helps tremndously !

[@margek]

Ugh I use the studio fix over foundation. Hopefully I haven’t been looking too bad

[@lisajmakeup]

I'm sure you don't! It does work differently for different skin types!

[@margek]

Lisa J ok now I ordered the blot powder. And I tried the studio fix alone. Thx for the help

[@aflianaroth7615]

i am glad i did found your channel. Thank you so much

[@lisajmakeup]

+Afliana Roth thank you!

[@nikipentafronimou1079]

Hello, if I have dry skin must I have setting powder? I am using cc cream and max fix powder thank you in advance.

[@tiffprendergast]

Niki Pentafronimou yes

[@FuriedHearts]

What's the difference between the Blot Powder and the Prep N Prime finishing powder? Especially since the blot pretty much has zero coverage whatsoever?

[@lisajmakeup]

Good question... they are pretty similar... the prep n prime has a smoother finish in my opening and doesn't look as dry on the skin. But they are basically the same in the sense that they are transparent and a setting powder.

[@QuranBroadcast101]

Lisa J does the prep and prime have any flashback??

[@YusukeEugeneUrameshi]

Stephen Bailey hi

[@excigold7711]

I luv mac since i was college ❤️❤️❤️

[@lisajmakeup]

Yay! Thank you!

[@excigold7711]

Lisa J hi Maam, im a fan of yours from Philippines 🇵🇭❤️

[@AlexMartinsBeautyArtist]

Hi Lisa, can ou please tell mewhat's your shade on Mineralize Skin Finish Natural?

[@preethichinni1975]

hiii, very useful video😍 . Am using studio fix powder foundation my doubt is after applying studio fix powder foundation on face vter we should apply any setting powder on d top??? If yes , which setting powder should I use??? plz suggest me or studio fix powder foundation can use for touch ups ?

[@lisajmakeup]

+preethi chinni I wouldn't use a powder over it... just have the blot powder in your purse to absorb shine when you need to during the day

[@preethichinni1975]

Thankuuuuu thankuuuuu

[@preethichinni1975]

Do Mac studio fix powder foundation cause breakouts?????

[@vernellevale2226]

Hi Lisa🙂 You stated NW is for those with pink warm undertone. My knowledge is that yellow undertone = warm and pink undertone = cool.

[@lisajmakeup]

At MAC we were always trained.. NW (Neutral warm) NC (Neutral Cool) . NW had pink undertones and NC were golden

[@vernellevale2226]

+Lisa J ok thanks Hun!

[@TriinTamburiin]

MAC has a kind of a reverse logic with their shade descriptions.

[@seymaonak1221]

Can i use the studio sculpt powder in medium deep as a bronzer for the lighter skin? I want a naturally bronzy look :)

[@seymaonak1221]

I am in the tone nc 25

[@lisajmakeup]

Hi! I haven't tried the Medium Deep shade, but I would think that would be a good bronzer shade for you if you are NC25... Medium Dark may be a tad light for bronzer. Sorry... not sure if that helps?

[@seymaonak1221]

+Lisa J thank you so much !😊

[@ashitapanda153]

Thanks a lot for this video..I'm in the market for a new setting powder and usually I go for mac msfn but this time I wanted something more lightweight..i think I'm going to go with select sheer or blot powder..can anyone suggest to me what colour/number i am in mac?? msfn medium plus and bobbi brown skin foundation 4.25 natural tan are my perfect skin matches..thank you

[@lisajmakeup]

ashita pandaa the blot powders or transclucent powders are very forgiving since they don't have much pigment so you could probably do Medium or Medium dark

[@HinaShazli]

So, wearing the blot powder WITH a dewy foundation (like studio sculpt foundation or face and body) wouldn't make sense??

[@Versace71]

I have used Mac powder and foundation before

[@rhon715]

I just got back from a MAC counter where I went to get shade matched for the studio fix powder foundation as I have not used it in years and did not know if I would be in the same shade. Thank goodness I have some make up knowledge. The girl was trying to sell me BOTH the liqid foundation and the powder foundation, telling me to set it with it. I told her no, I do not want to look cakey. Years ago I was matched as NC35, this girl said no way, and matched me as C3. MAC has such a bizarre color system. Anyway I am debating on getting the C3, but want to know what is the best MAC concealer to use with it.

[@tiffprendergast]

rhon715 the best one is the og one

[@yoyosaad3724]

i need a power for setting my undereye concealer i have a dry skin espcially undereye area so i don't want it to be cacky and to not make it worst

[@lisajmakeup]

+yoyo saad You want to look for a very sheer powder. Try Laura Mercier's secret brightening powder. I really like that one for dry or textured skin.

[@yoyosaad3724]

+Lisa J i'm from egypt we don't have here Laura Mercier's and if i bought it from uk it well be around 600 pound so any other solution for me

[@lisajmakeup]

Oh wow! What brands can you get easily?

[@wahidatulmunirah402]

Very helpful..thanks alot

[@anne.614]

Subscribed, this is an excellent video, very helpful!

[@lisajmakeup]

Thank you Andrea! Xoxox

[@drianllycarvalho9177]

what color you have for the mineralize skin finish powder?

[@lisajmakeup]

+drianlly carvalho I have medium

[@myjetsbabyxio]

I'm glad you answered what color you have @drianlly I bought it yesterday for first time it's what the Mac rep recommended but she gave me a light plus color and I think it's going to be way to light fir me

[@MzClementine]

I’ve had some serious issues going into Macy’s and shopping for Mac products. I actually had someone fired and I’m so happy he’s gone. He actually stole $15, from me. They pulled his till and yes he did. Everytime I go in there they give me the wrong color I am the lightest of the light colors that they offer. It gets on my last nerve, it’s almost like they give me the wrong product on purpose to make me go back in to return the product to re-buy some other products. Of course that always happens every time. But I have gone to just buying online now I don’t even want to see their snobby faces... seriously I’m not the one working behind the counter trying to make a buck I’m trying to spend my money to help them along, I would appreciate a little customer service a little smile and a little politeness. Not the 💁🏻‍♀️oh my God like really oh I didn’t like, know... vocal fry... I’m a makeup artist... I’m better than you... here is what you want... 🍊🍊🍊🍊 and it’s not even close to my color... I’ve had it! I’ll shop online, and watch videos. 💆🏻‍♀️💃🏻

[@dscjmc6513]

What color are you on the studio fix

[@lisajmakeup]

I can wear NC 30 or 35

[@analove9453]

Love the lipcolor

[@lisajmakeup]

Thank you Ana!

[@mamtashukla9675]

Kabuki brush domeshaped for mac skin skin finish natural powder.can u suggest me a good cheap kabuki brush to use this powder

[@rebeccac.1758]

Essence has a $4 kabuki at Ulta that is very good. www.ulta.com/kabuki-brush?productId=xlsImpprod17721143

[@tiffprendergast]

Rebecca C. Elf too

[@all_mine1233]

Nice makeup 💄

[@highschoolstaff6935]

Thanks so very informative!

[@mehwishowais745]

Thanks for this awesomely informative video

[@lisajmakeup]

Thank you so much :)

[@emmam4079]

Really useful!

[@sabahkhan3690]

I am NC25 can you please tell me what shade should i go for in Mac mineralise skinfinish natural powder.waiting for the reply..thanks.

[@lisajmakeup]

Hi! I would think Medium or Medium ;light would work

[@mylesnic]

HI LISA, YOU HAVE SUCH A PRETTY FACE , IM GETTING ALL YOUR VIDEOS

[@lisajmakeup]

Thank you so much! xoxo

[@andreadubuc4654]

Thanks !!!! so informative !!

[@lisajmakeup]

xoxo;)

[@KeishaCapers1279]

Supper helpfull

[@lisajmakeup]

Yay! Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching. :)

[@BooThing14]

I thought NW was Not Warm...so cool/pink undertones and NC was Not Cool, yellow/warm undertones. ????

[@lisajmakeup]

Carmen MAC's NW stands for Neutral Warm and NC for Neutral Cool.

[@beautyforumbyangela]

You look so beautiful in this video. I just had to tell you. Cheers 😉 🌷

[@lisajmakeup]

Thanks Angela! :)

[@anisa_1473]

Just subscribed! This makeup look is so beautiful!! Thumbs up for a tutorial please! I'd love to do this for an up and coming event ;)

[@lisajmakeup]

So glad to hear! Thanks Anisa :)

[@all_mine1233]

I think you mixed up the NC and NW explanation

[@simplyvidya6680]

Thank you

[@lisajmakeup]

Thank you! :)

[@tiffprendergast]

Go Austin

[@salihashaikh3812]

I have

[@mocumimelissa6677]

How can i pay foundation and face powders

[@fredricksingh4577]

verry informative. new subby for that