MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation NC50 15g — Buildable Medium-Full Coverage, Ultra-Matte Oil Control

MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation in NC50 is a one-step pressed powder foundation that delivers buildable, ultra-matte coverage while controlling shine for hours.

Designed to combine the convenience of a powder with the performance of a foundation, this compact offers long-wearing, color-true coverage in MAC's broad shade range. The formula blurs the look of pores, resists sweat and humidity, and helps manage oil for an even finish that photographs well. Packaged with a sponge and a storage compartment, it’s made for touch-ups and full-face application alike.

How much coverage and finish can I expect from this powder foundation?

This product gives buildable coverage that ranges from medium to full depending on your application method. Applied with a fluffy brush it creates a natural, velvety matte; pressed on with the included sponge, it provides stronger coverage and a more perfected complexion.

• Medium to full coverage depending on technique
• Ultra-matte, velvety finish that reduces shine
• Blurs pores and evens skin tone without caking

How long does the wear last and does it control oil?

The formula is engineered for long wear—up to 12 hours of coverage with noticeable oil control for about eight hours. It’s sweat- and humidity-resistant, so it stays truer to the chosen shade during a busy day or in warm conditions.

• Color stability in heat and humidity
• Helps control oil and shine for up to eight hours
• Designed to remain non-caking and non-settling

What’s the best way to apply and layer this foundation?

For lighter, more natural coverage, buff the powder over moisturized skin with a fluffy brush such as MAC 129S. For fuller coverage, press the product on with the included sponge or a denser brush like MAC 109S. Replace the sponge every few weeks and store it in the underside compartment to keep the compact tidy.

• Use a fluffy brush for sheer to medium coverage
• Use the included sponge for medium to full coverage
• Store sponge in the compartment under the powder between uses

Is this product suitable for my skin type and tone?

MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation is formulated for all skin types but is especially helpful for oily and combination skin thanks to its oil-controlling properties. The NC50 shade is geared toward deeper complexions with warm, golden undertones, and MAC offers a wide range of matching shades to find your best fit.

• Ideal for oily and combination skin types
• Suitable for deeper warm-toned complexions (NC50)
• Available in MAC’s inclusive shade range for precise matching

Who is this for? If you want a travel-friendly, all-in-one pressed powder foundation that mattifies, evens skin tone, and stays put through heat and activity, this compact is a strong choice—especially for those with oil-prone skin or anyone who prefers a photo-ready matte finish without heavy liquid formulas. It's also convenient for quick midday touch-ups or full-face application when paired with the right brush or sponge.

Ingredients

Talc, Silica, Isostearyl Palmitate, Methicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, [+/- Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Chromium Oxide Greens (Ci 77288), Ultramarines (Ci 77007)].

Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package you receive for the most up to date list of ingredients.