Mac Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation

Powder foundations are generally well liked by those with oily or combination skin because they are able to soak up excess oil and reduce shine. MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation is a favorite of users because it comes in variety of colors and provides excellent medium to full coverage. Reviewers say that it does a good job of reducing the appearance of large pores and has a silky, velvet-like texture. This foundation makeup isn't ideal for dry skin; however, because it can be a bit too drying and can emphasize flaky skin. Those with severely oily skin may find that the powder looks too cakey and the color starts to oxidize as the powder mixes with excess oil. Studio Fix has a matte finish and is available in 33 shades. If you prefer a more natural option, Jane Iredale PurePressed Base Mineral Foundation SPF 20 (*Est. $50) is a pressed powder foundation that is talc-, dye- and paraben-free.

Beauty expert Paula Begoun provides the most thorough evaluation of MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation at her online database of reviews, Beautypedia.com. Begoun relies on published scientific studies to rate beauty products for safety and efficacy. Julyne Derrick, beauty guide at About.com, lists 16 top foundations for every skin type and gives each a brief description. User reviews at MakeupAlley.com and TotalBeauty.com provide a mixture of positive and negative comments based on real-world experience, and they give good insight into ease of application and overall wearability.