- Mac Nc44 Equivalent
- Mac Studio Fix Foundation
- Mac Studio Fix Fluid Nc45 Dupe
- Mac Studio Tech Nc42
- Mac Nc44 Foundation Equivalent
Are you or your friends looking for a cost effective and personalized makeup look that rocks a special occassion? I would take a page out of my friend’s book.
This is my friend, Mamatha. She recently tied the knot. But when it came to getting her makeup done for her wedding, she decided to have me do it instead of going to a professional MUA. MUAs are quite expensive and not everyone is as good as the cash they demand (observed opinion).Unless you do your research well, I suggest not investing blindlyin a MUA who does not have their work showcased.
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If you are good at applying makeup then you can help a friend save on money, especially when wedding expenses are involved, which are usually high. This can be your gift to the bride. A beautiful makeup look for free ?
Mentioned below is our story and my experience while I was putting Mamatha’s wedding look together.
What is the alexa app for mac. Mamatha is always game to be my canvas when I want to practice my makeup applying skills. We have done many looks together. That is why I agreed to do her makeup. I have applied makeup for her before, though not for such a big event, so my nerves were edgy.
How I got started on Mamatha’s look
I started by asking her questions that helped me put her look together. I asked her details about the outfit she was wearing. I also asked her to share pictures of the outfit. I then asked her about the look she wanted to achieve.
She said she wanted a look that was not too made up, yet had a subtle hint of glamour and classiness to it. Her wedding outfit was a beautiful pink with white stones and gold threadwork. So, I decided to go for a bollywood look and incorporate the colours of her outfit into her eye makeup. She has the most beautiful shade of brown eyes and most warm colours suit her complexion well. So the eye colours I chose had shades of gold, maroon, red and black. This paired with falsies, a slight cat eye and oodles of mascara gave her dramatic eyes that drew attention. Toast mac free. download full version.
Mamatha has quite clear skin so we did not need too much makeup and she was against slapping on thick layers of foundation.
How I achieved the look Mamatha wanted
- I used a thin layer of foundation to cover a few blemishes after priming her skin, followed by a pat of concelor under her eyes and on blemishes. I locked these in with a finishing powder. All these face products were from MAC and Benefit and they are listed below.
- After that, I contoured her face with a matte bronzer from the Balm, I then applied blush on her cheeks and highlighter on her cheekbones, bridge of her nose and cupid’s bow. I then lined her lips and coloured them. For blush and highlighting, I used liquid and then powder products to keep the makeup in place for longer.
The final look
Some of the products we used
Benefit’s ‘That Gal’ Primer
MAC Studio Fix Fluid in NC 44.5
MAC Select Coverup Corrector in NC 45
MAC Studio fix compact powder in NC 40
Scott Barnes Chic Blush Palette in Brandy/Wine
Benefit’s High Beam Highlighter
MAC Gana Frost Highlighter Word download for mac free student.
The Balm – Bahama Mama Bronzer
Benefit’s ‘Bad Gal’ Mascara
MAC False Eyelashes
Coastal scents 88 warm and colour paltettes
Revlon’s Kohl eyeliner
Summary of the experience and my opinion
The whole look worked out to be quite cost effective as my friend only had to invest in her shade of foundation, concealer and powder compact.
In the end, my friend was happy with the final look.
If you know how to apply makeup and think you can use your creativity to save you or your friends a few bucks, try a DIY bridal look. But, I would suggest doing your homework and practcing the look a couple of tmes before the wedding, like I did. This will ensure you are prepared for a beautiful professional looking madeup bride.
Have you done anything similar and have experiences to share? Write to me, because I would love to know what you did.
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Hey everyone… I’m back with another product review from MAC…As you know, MAC Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 Foundation is my favourite liquid foundation. Today, I’m reviewing my favourite compact. It is the MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation in the shade NC 44.5.
I use NC 45 in liquid foundation and NC 44.5 in powder foundation.
What is MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation?*: A one step application of foundation and powder. Gives skin a smooth, flawless, all-matte, full coverage finish. Long-wearing: lasts for upto eight hours. A real all-in-one. The choice of pros, and a long time favourite of M.A.C. fans.
Mac Nc44 Equivalent
Price: Rs. 1600 for 15g.
Packaging: Standard MAC packaging. Black carton with white imprint. The case of the powder + foundation is also standard MAC, black matte case with white imprint. Inside, the case is divided into two compartments. The upper compartment has the powder+foundation, the lower one is to store the sponge applicator. The lower part of the case has many holes in it, probably to allow ventilation of the sponge, eh… The case has a round mirror on the inside of the lid. The case shuts securely, and is travel friendly.
Applicator:The applicator is made up of soft latex sponge. It is white in color, and very flexible. Can be washed and reused.
Shade:NC44.5 is meant for girls with olive skin or yellow undertones, whatever you may call it. It has no pinkish tint to it, and does not leave a white cast on my skin. Blends perfectly with my skin tone.
Consistency and texture: the powder is very smooth to touch, and very pigmented.
I am in love with MAC Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 Foundation, but ever since summers approached here in Delhi, wearing a liquid foundation on a daily basis becomes a TASK! I went to the store and tried this foundation, and instantly fell in love with how the skin felt on application of this powder. It makes my skin soft and smooth. The MUA suggested a shade lighter than liquid foundation, and I picked up NC 44.5 for myself. Also, since I have oily skin, I am always on the lookout for products which can make my face look mattified, this one fits the bill perfectly. It controls shine on my face for 3-4 hours when applied with the applicator provided, and for 2-3 hours when applied with a powder brush.
Coverage: provides medium coverage when applied with the applicator, which can be built. Although it does not cover pigmentation completely.
Pros:
·Provides medium coverage, which is buildable.
·Feels weightless on the skin, perfect for summers. Makes skin smooth.
·Sturdy, travel friendly packaging
·The case has a mirror, so you can touch up anytime, anywhere.
·Available in a lot of shades, so all of you can find your match easily.
Mac Studio Fix Foundation
Cons:
Mac Studio Fix Fluid Nc45 Dupe
·MAC is not available everywhere/ online
Mac Studio Tech Nc42
Verdict: this is my HG compact, and I’d recommend this to anybody on the lookout for a powder which keeps skin mattified, and also provides some coverage in a jiffy. Perfect stuff for summers!!
Rating: 9.5/10
Mac Nc44 Foundation Equivalent
* Information source: MAC Cosmetics website