Find your foundation colour in different brands # 1 (for MAC's NC 40/42)

by - 3/23/2014



Hello my beautiful! Firstly, I apologize for not being consistence with my blogging. As from the title you already know what this post is going to be about. I know I have a lot of trouble trying to find my shade in foundation, especially if I'm doing online shopping or even drugstore shopping where you don't have the option to try it out on yourself before purchase m. My first foundation was from the drugstore when I was 13 from Revlon, but I ended up not using it (that's another story for another time), so I don't really consider this as my "first" foundation. I consider my MAC foundation that I bought when I was 18 to be my real first foundation, because that was when I really started to get in to makeup. I'm a NC 40/42 in MAC's Pro Longwear Foundation and I used that to find my colour in other brands.



I used temptalia's Foundation Matrix and from there I gathered all these foundation colour from brands that are common and well known to me. Since I'm in the colour NC 40/42, I will do only for this shade, so I can also refer back to it whenever I need to instead of searching through millions of different brands from temptalia's Foundation Matrix.



If you don't know your shade from MAC, you can also use any other brands foundation shade that you know to search for other brands (if you go on the website, it's pretty self explanatory) . If you don't know your colour for any foundation, because you're new to foundations then I suggest you go to your local makeup store and ask one of the cosmetician to help you find your colour.


Foundation Shade (for MAC NC 40/42) In Other Brands

(Brand)           (Name of the Foundation/concealer/pressed powder)           (Shade/Colour)

Highend Brands
NARS→Radiant Creamy Concealer→Caramel
MAC→Face and Body→C5
Bobbi Brown→Skin SPF 15→Warm Natural (4.5)
Estee Lauder→Double Wear Stay-in-Place SPF 10 Liquid Foundation→4W2 Toasty Toffee
Dior→Airflash Spray→Dark Beige 500
Kat Von D→Lock-It Tatoo Concealer→Deep 34
Elizabeth Arden→Intervene SPF 15→Soft Bronze
Hourglass→Immaculate→Honey
Anastasia→Flawless→Medium
Make Up For Ever→Pro Finish Multi-Use Powder Foundation→175 Golden Caramel
LORAC→Breakthrough Performance→SMS 5
Tom Ford Beauty→Traceless Foundation→Tawny
Laura Mercier→Smooth Finish Foundation Powder→17
Sephora→10 HR Wear Perfection Foundation→35 Tan Bronze
Make Up For Ever→HD Invisible Cover→170




Drugstore Brands
BH Cosmetics→Liquid Foundation→Deep Beige D4
Maybelline→Fit Me Liquid Foundation→Honey Beige (320)
Rimmel London→Match Perfect Foundation→Bronze
Rimmel London→Wake Me Up Make Up Foundation→Natural Beige
NYX→HD Studio Photogenic→Warm Sand
e.l.f.→Mineral SPF 15→Tan
Inglot→Loose→SXL5
Physicians Formula→Organic wear Natural Origin→Natural to Tan
L'Oreal→True Match Lumi Healthy Luminous→True Beige (N5)


Here I just gathered some popular Highend brand and Drugstore brand foundation/concealer/pressed powder for anyone in the shade NC 40/42 from MAC. I would still say you should go in a store and find the exact colour when buying a Highend product. This is just for my information, so if I'm ever looking to buy any products from these brands I can always take a look and get an idea from here. I hope this was somewhat helpful. Thank you for reading

Let me know if you'd like me to do this for any other shade!

Check out these posts for more foundation match:

 MAC PRO-LONG WEAR FOUNDATION NC 30 | HIGH END FOUNDATION

 MAC PRO-LONG WEAR FOUNDATION NC 30 | DRUGSTORE FOUNDATION

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Update May 2019: *Disclaimer - something happened to all my old blog posts that most of my pictures have been deleted, therefore the pictures used on this blog post are not my own.  Click the image for original source. For the sake of the posts I gathered the pictures from the internet since I no longer have these pictures (and products). I'm sorry if i'm referring to my old pictures and the review/post doesn't make sense. I'm sure you can find more info on the product/item on the website. If I'm using you're image and you'd like me to remove it, please let me know via email at lupabee@gmail.com . Thank you!

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  1. AnonymousJanuary 14, 2016 at 1:11 PM

    we're like the same shade! im NC42 in mac so this list is extremely helpful THANK YOU!!

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    1. lupabeeFebruary 3, 2016 at 12:09 PM

      Your welcome : ) ! I'm glad this was helpful to you.

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    2. UnknownJune 28, 2020 at 4:04 PM

      Hi! I am NC 42 Mac Studio fix. I am looking for a Bare Minerals foundation or powder (quick/easy application). Thanks so much for your expertise and assistance!

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    3. UnknownJanuary 12, 2021 at 7:48 AM

      Thank you so much. This was extremely helpful.

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  2. UnknownFebruary 24, 2016 at 4:31 AM

    Hi. I am NC 42 in Mac Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation. Can you please suggest me my shade in Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder?

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    1. lupabeeFebruary 26, 2016 at 2:11 AM

      I would recommend you try the shade "transparent" in the Rimmel stay matte pressed powder. That is the one I use and it works great. : ) xo

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    2. UnknownMarch 1, 2016 at 1:38 PM

      Thanks a lot.

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    3. makeupfixJuly 25, 2016 at 7:08 PM

      I use silky beige 06. Transparent comes off white

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  3. LillyMarch 8, 2016 at 10:47 PM

    Hi, if i wear number 26 in Sephora 10-hour wear what would I wear in other brands

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    1. lupabeeMarch 10, 2016 at 10:22 PM

      Hello Lilly, It will really depend on which "other brands" you're interested in using. Each brand has its own foundation shades and formula. If you specify which brand you're looking to get the shade of then I may able to help you. Thanks for commenting : )

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  4. LillyMarch 8, 2016 at 10:47 PM

    Hi, if i wear number 26 in Sephora 10-hour wear what would I wear in other brands

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  5. UnknownMarch 21, 2016 at 9:36 AM

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  6. UnknownMarch 21, 2016 at 9:37 AM

    Hi which revlon foundation is a match. You have only listed a podwer

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    1. lupabeeApril 30, 2016 at 7:11 PM

      Hello Dionne, some Revlon foundation you can try are: (i) Colorstay Normal/Dry -Natural Tan, Caramel (ii) Nearly Naked Makeup -Caramel, Toast (iii) Photo Ready SPF 20- Golden Beige! Hope this was helpful.

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    2. සඳූNovember 3, 2017 at 4:40 AM

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    3. සඳූNovember 3, 2017 at 4:43 AM

      @Lupa Bee I'm NC42 and checked Revlon Colorstay Natural Tan but it was a bit too pink on me.

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    4. leticiacamilloJuly 18, 2019 at 6:16 PM

      Revlon 370 toast is perfect to me, im nc42 too

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  7. christine g.March 30, 2016 at 8:18 PM

    I am C5 in Mac studio fix face powder. can you suggest a cheaper brand and shade for me? christine g.

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  8. AnonymousApril 23, 2016 at 11:31 AM

    I wear MAC Studio Fix NC42, which shade in L'Oreal's Infalliable would be best?

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    1. lupabeeApril 30, 2016 at 6:56 PM

      Hello, you can try the Classic Tan 109 in the infallible pro matte, this is the closest match to NC 42, make sure you try the sample before purchasing it.

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    2. AnonymousJune 24, 2016 at 10:19 PM

      Thank you, I'll try it and let you know

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    3. AnonymousJune 24, 2016 at 10:19 PM

      Thank you, I'll try it and let you know

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    4. UnknownAugust 11, 2016 at 7:28 AM

      I found 108 worked better.

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  9. RishaApril 23, 2016 at 4:33 PM

    Hi there I am a nc 42 mac and a c6 in face and body what would I be in double wear estee lauder and nars liquid foundation please

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    1. lupabeeApril 30, 2016 at 7:17 PM

      Hello. For the double wear you can try Honey Bronze 4W1 (this is the one I have). For Nars All Day Luminous Weightless -Barcelona.

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  10. LucyMay 5, 2016 at 8:33 PM

    Hi I'm a c5 for the mac foundation what colour would I be for the rimmel perfect foundation and the bourjois healthy mix serum.

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  11. UnknownMay 24, 2016 at 11:48 AM

    Hi it would be a really great help if you can suggest me foundation from medium range cost. My skin undertone is yellow. And my skin color is medium fair. I am relay facing problem to find the right one for me

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  12. AnonymousJune 8, 2016 at 8:58 AM

    Hi. Can you suggest replacement for Macstudio fix powder NC42 in Bobby Brown, Max Factor, Loreal.
    Thanks

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  13. UnknownJune 28, 2016 at 11:06 AM

    If I am NC42 in Mac what Color shade will that be in the L'Oreal pro matte foundation?

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  14. UnknownJune 28, 2016 at 11:07 AM

    If I am NC42 in Mac what Color shade will that be in the L'Oreal pro matte foundation?

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  15. AnonymousJuly 7, 2016 at 1:14 PM

    I am NC42 in MAC... What shade would I be for bareMinerals foundation broad spectrum?? I want to try and convert from MAC Studio Fix Fluid. Thanks!

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  16. UnknownJuly 13, 2016 at 11:53 AM

    Hey, I am a NC42 in MAC for concealer, what shade for Maybelline Fit Me Concealer would I be? medium, light, fair or sand?

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  17. UnknownJuly 25, 2016 at 3:00 PM

    Hi, I am the same shade in MAC foundation (studio fix) , what's conclear do you use in MAC and what shade please?

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  18. UnknownJuly 25, 2016 at 3:01 PM

    Hi, I am the same shade in MAC foundation (studio fix) , what's conclear do you use in MAC and what shade please?

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  19. UnknownJuly 31, 2016 at 10:47 AM

    im caramel beige in loreal in falliable what would be my shade in mac foundation?

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  20. UnknownJuly 31, 2016 at 10:48 AM

    my shade is caramel beige in loreal infalliable foundation .What would be my shade in mac foundation?

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  21. UnknownJuly 31, 2016 at 10:49 AM

    my shade is caramel beige in loreal infalliable foundation .What would be my shade in mac foundation?

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  22. TanyaAugust 18, 2016 at 8:24 AM

    Hi I'm nc42 in Mac what codour stay from revlon foundation would suit me please

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  23. TanyaAugust 18, 2016 at 8:24 AM

    Hi I'm nc42 in Mac what codour stay from revlon foundation would suit me please

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  24. makeup freakAugust 22, 2016 at 11:31 AM

    Hi I'm an NC 40 mac studio fix. What would be my shade in Lorac foundation? Thank you.

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  25. lupabeeSeptember 7, 2016 at 10:56 PM

    Everyone please refer to temptalia's Foundation Matrix to find shade/colour of brands that are not listed. You can find it here : http://www.temptalia.com/foundation-matrix/

    Thank you
    xo

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  26. UnknownSeptember 13, 2016 at 8:36 PM

    Hi I'm shade 06 sand beige in Milan foundation, what shade would I be in fit me foundation by maybelline New York?

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  27. UnknownSeptember 13, 2016 at 8:37 PM

    Hi I'm shade 06 sand beige in Milan foundation, what shade would I be in fit me foundation by maybelline New York?

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  28. FatimaOctober 24, 2016 at 4:33 PM

    Hello...M Mac Nc 20..what shade of Maybilline fit me will suit me...also Rimmel stay matte compact

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  29. Chaitali PatelNovember 2, 2016 at 5:44 AM

    Hello,
    Thankyou for all the references..it is so helpful..!!
    I'm using studio fix foundation in NC40..can you suggest me a good blush in Mac or else in some other brands..?!

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    1. lupabeeNovember 3, 2016 at 5:59 PM

      NARS Seduction is beautiful, you should try it. : )

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  30. TristanNovember 4, 2016 at 2:48 AM

    I use nc40 mac ...what shade would I use in urban decay all nighter please help

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  31. TristanNovember 4, 2016 at 2:49 AM

    I use nc40 mac ...what shade would I use in urban decay all nighter please help

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  32. The Lankan BirdNovember 8, 2016 at 1:07 PM

    Hi..
    I use honey beige from loreal true match, wat would be my mac shade

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  33. The Lankan BirdNovember 8, 2016 at 1:07 PM

    Hi..
    I use honey beige from loreal true match, wat would be my mac shade

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  34. UnknownNovember 21, 2016 at 12:38 PM

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  35. UnknownNovember 21, 2016 at 12:39 PM

    I am in shade NC40 by Mac what shade would i be in maybeline fit me ? Or maybe infallible &' true match ???

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  36. AnonymousDecember 15, 2016 at 6:41 AM

    Hi, I wear estee lauder 3w1 tawny. Which urban decay all nighter foundation would match this color?

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  37. UnknownDecember 19, 2016 at 10:54 PM

    Hi I'm a NC44 in MAC, what would i be in BH liquid foundatio?

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  38. AnonymousDecember 27, 2016 at 1:25 AM

    I'm nc42 in Mac what shade would I be in loreal true match

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  39. AnonymousJanuary 21, 2017 at 1:33 PM

    hello i use MAC STUDIO FIX
    NC 42 AND 45 MIXED TOGETHER WHAT SHADE DO YOU THINK I CAN USE WITH NARS FOUNDATION

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  40. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2017 at 1:39 PM

    Hi I'm light-medium I'm drug stores, what shade would I be in Lorac?

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  41. ShwetablogFebruary 7, 2017 at 2:28 AM

    grt

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  42. UnknownMarch 25, 2017 at 9:29 AM

    Omg I can't thank you enough for this list. Great work. Can you also do a list for concealers? Or else can you please tell me which LA Girl concealer will be best for me. That would be really helpful

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  43. AnonymousApril 19, 2017 at 1:27 PM

    Hey I use NC 42 in Mac. If I use 310 from Maybelline fit me, will it be ok on my skin tone?

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  44. AnonymousApril 19, 2017 at 9:36 PM

    Hi

    I use a Mac Studio fix C6 and Black Up NFL05 matifuing liquid foundation. Not sure what colour shade I should be using for Milani Cosmetics in powder and foundation

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  45. AnonymousApril 27, 2017 at 2:08 PM

    Hey I am a D4 in Covergirl Trublend. What color will I be in MAC Studio Fix Fluid?

    Thanks.

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  46. UnknownMay 8, 2017 at 8:38 AM

    I use c6 MAC powder foundation. I never tried putting more makeup on to cake on my face ( if that's what you call it) I want to know what shade concealer do I use and what Liquid foundation would be best for me to use?

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  47. AnonymousMay 9, 2017 at 2:11 PM

    Hi i use Mac Matchmaster 8.0 can you recommend la girl foundation and concealer for me

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  48. NikitaMay 17, 2017 at 7:59 AM

    Hi I use studio fix NC41 what are the cheaper alternatives?

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  49. AnonymousJune 23, 2017 at 3:05 PM

    Hi I'm an NC42 in Mac Studio Fix Foundation however I'm having a problem, I have been told I am a shade 322 Warm Honey in Maybelline Fit Me Matte& Poreless (Blue) or 240 (Pink) in Dewy... which one matches NC42 better?

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  50. UnknownJuly 5, 2017 at 2:36 PM

    Hi, going crazy here trying to figure out which shade I would be in Laura Mercier Mineral Loose Powder. I am nc40/42 can you please help everyone, I'm desperate lol. This blog is so helpful, amazing work! X

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  51. AnonymousJuly 16, 2017 at 9:05 AM

    Hey! I use Sephora 10hr wear perfection foundation mat tan 40 honey bronze (Y). Which NYC foundation would you recommend?

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  52. AshiJuly 31, 2017 at 11:56 PM

    Hi if i am using maybelline fit me 322 warm honey then which will be my shade in mac?
    Thanks

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  53. AshiJuly 31, 2017 at 11:56 PM

    Hi if i am using maybelline fit me 322 warm honey then which will be my shade in mac?
    Thanks

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  54. OliviaAugust 3, 2017 at 10:39 PM

    Hi All - I am currently using MUF Mat Velvet + foundation in #35 and looking to find a match with L'Oreal's Infallible Pro Matte foundation. Can anyone suggest what this color would be? Thanks in advance!

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  55. UnknownSeptember 13, 2017 at 11:20 AM

    Hello, currently I use mac nc40
    I know that color would be in clinique?

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  56. UnknownSeptember 22, 2017 at 2:56 AM

    Hi. I am NC 41 in Mac Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation. Can you please suggest me my shade in Maybln fit me foundation

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  57. UnknownSeptember 27, 2017 at 4:31 PM

    Hi I am NW 40 in Mac studio foundation . What Estee Lauder foundation will be perfect for me?

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  58. AnonymousSeptember 28, 2017 at 8:59 AM

    hi I am mac nc40 studiofix powder
    please help me find its equivalent in nyx

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  59. angieOctober 3, 2017 at 3:23 PM

    Hi I was wondering what color foundation for Maybelline fit me would be good for me I wear urban decay all nighter shade 4.5

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  60. angieOctober 3, 2017 at 3:27 PM

    Hi I was wondering what color foundation for Maybelline fit me matte poreless would be good for me I wear urban decay all nighter shade 4.5

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  61. UnknownOctober 27, 2017 at 12:30 PM

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  62. UnknownNovember 19, 2017 at 2:47 AM

    I am c4 in mac what will i be in bare minerals?

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  63. UnknownApril 5, 2018 at 8:55 AM

    Hie I am nc42, can you tell me the best compact for my shade?? Please don't recommend mac,it's way too costly... Also what shade should I buy in pac hd foundation?? Is it 4.0??

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  64. UnknownJanuary 17, 2021 at 8:04 PM

    I loved this article as I use NC42 by Mac but its expensive to use everyday. Thank you. God bless ❤

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  65. NiditaCuteApril 16, 2021 at 11:55 AM

    Hello! I am an NC40 on mac studio fix, and I am looking for the equivalent on Mineral Fusion Pressed powder. I would really appreciate your help! thanks!

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