88%
would repurchase
3.9/5
package quality

price range

description

ingredients

Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Talc, Silica, Celullose, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Titanium Dioxide, Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Tocopherol, Hydrangea serrata, Elder, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Lauroyl lysine, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Petrolatum, C9-15 Fluoroalcohol Phosphate, Synthetic wax, Dimethicone/methicone copolymer,Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Hydroxyapatite, Barium Sulfate, Magnesium sulfate, Magnesium Myristate, Alumina, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Zinc Oxide (CI 77947)

Reviews

Reviews


4.0
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8 years ago

I actually really like how this foundation feels on the skin, it's not super powdery and it has a nice light to medium coverage. I love that it has SPF in it so if you use it as a setting powder...

About reviewer (76 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinOily, Olive

HairBlond

EyesHazel



1.0
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8 years ago

I really wanted this product to work and I bought this product from the recommendations in MUA. I spent quite a bit of money for it, too - stuff's not cheap. I was looking for a full coverage...

About reviewer (29 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinNormal, Olive, Warm

HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

EyesBlack


4.0
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8 years ago

I will definitely buy the refill again. I tried the studio fix but I do not like the 'smell' but this one is fine and it does the job. However, I do not like the case; the silver strips start to...

About reviewer (9 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

HairBlack, Other, Other

EyesBlack


5.0
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9 years ago

Dear MAC, Why can I not buy this anywhere in the Anglosphere? Why?! It's not like there aren't MAC stores and counters everywhere where I live. This foundation wipes the floor with Studiofix -...

About reviewer (67 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Fair, Warm

HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

EyesGreen


5.0
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9 years ago

Love this product, look natural & cover my pores. Im on NC30 mac studio fix powder foundation & has no problem with the same NC30 mac lightful foundation. Recommend.

About reviewer (2 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinNormal, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

HairBrown, Straight, Medium

EyesBrown


5.0
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10 years ago

def lovin this product. its perfect for simple natural day look. perfect n love the packaging btw. love love

About reviewer (21 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBlack

EyesBrown


5.0
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11 years ago

I am a ex Mac artist. I use this for yearssss... It started from Asia and its the best seller in Japan. Now I guess it's best seller in most of the Asia country. I use this everyday, it gives good...

About reviewer (7 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Medium

HairBlack

EyesBlack


5.0
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11 years ago

Hi! I live in Singapore and this foundation costs literally a bomb for me. I bought this for SGD82. I was quite skeptical that it could cover up my scars but it did! i did not regret buying this as...

About reviewer (2 reviews)

AgeUnder 18

SkinCombination, Tan

HairBlack

EyesBrown


5.0
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11 years ago

This is one of the best powder foundation that I tried (La Prarie, Chanel, Lancome, Dior, Kose to name a few) My other favourite is Dior but this is cheaper and as good. I'm on 3rd refill and mine...

About reviewer (43 reviews)

Age56 & Over

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

HairBlack, Relaxed, Coarse

EyesBlack


4.0
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12 years ago

MAC lightful compact is easy to use, buildable with medium, coverage. I have dry and sensitive skin, but its powder doesn't make my skin look flaky. The powder is really fine and it feels luxurious...

About reviewer (46 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinVery Dry, Fair-Medium, Cool

HairBlack, Straight, Fine

EyesBrown


4.0
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12 years ago

A bit pricier than their other compact powders but definitely worth it. I gave it 2 for packaging quality cos I liked the original white shimmery one when it first came out. Now it comes in a bluey...

About reviewer (83 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBlack, Other, Medium

EyesBlack


5.0
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13 years ago

I got this foundation last September 2010 and I think it is really great! I have gone through 2 refills and I am now on my third. It feels really good on the skin and looks great on photos...

About reviewer (3 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Medium

HairBrown

EyesBrown


4.0
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13 years ago

This is my favorite out of MAC powder series :) Firstly, the packaging is silver shiny compact...better than studiofix. it can be refillable though the price of the refill is a bit expensive. At...

About reviewer (7 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

HairBlack, Other, Other

EyesBrown


5.0
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13 years ago

Bought duty free on route from Japan. Very skeptical as usually NC35 but makeup artist assured me that NC40 was the color for me. Bought based on his recommendation and spot on perfect color....

About reviewer (9 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinOily, Medium, Neutral

HairBlack, Straight, Medium

EyesBlack


5.0
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13 years ago

This power foundation works for me. I have oily skin. the staying power is great, and oil control is well too. I am happy with this product and I will buy it again.

About reviewer (10 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinOily, Tan, Not Sure

HairBlack, Other, Other

EyesBrown


4.0
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14 years ago

YES, the product is amazing. I am glad to finally have something that is avilable in Singapore and not need to import/CP/get online. I ve used NC 35 before but MA recommended for NC 37. Hence i...

About reviewer (1 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Medium, Warm

HairBlack, Other, Other

EyesOther


4.0
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14 years ago

I love this foundation! I have a fair asian skin (NC25) with a few old pimple marks and the MAC lightful powder foundation provides enough coverage for me without giving a heavy feeling. I prefer...

About reviewer (10 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinSensitive, Fair, Not Sure

HairBlack, Other, Other

EyesBrown


4.0
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14 years ago

Switched to Lightful after I broke out REALLY bad with MAC Studio Fix Powder. I love Lightful. I put it on just once a day, then dust BE Mineral Veil on top for touch-ups. It's all I need for...

About reviewer (9 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinAcne-prone, Medium

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


5.0
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14 years ago

This review is for the MAC Lightful Ultracharge Foundation Spf25. I found out that there was also a MAC Lightful Protective Foundation Spf20. The latter is a LE. I don't know if both have the same...

About reviewer (24 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBrown

EyesBrown


3.0
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14 years ago

I switched from RMK to MAC as it was recommended as value for money. Unfortunately, when I went to purchase, the SA advised that Lightful range was suitable for me and this is the range where you...

About reviewer (206 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Other

HairBrown

EyesBlack