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The first difference you'll notice is in the packaging. Studio Tech comes in a compact similar to Studio Fix, which comes with a mirror, pan of foundation and another compartment with a sponge. Personally I never use the sponge or mirror, so it's kind of unnecessary and bulky. Full Coverage Foundation comes in a big compact without the extras.
I was a bit alarmed when I turned them around, just to show a comparison of the back.
Studio Tech only contains 10g of product and Full Coverage has 28g of product. They cost the same price! So now I definitely know that Studio Tech is definitely a rip off in comparison.
The compacts opened. You can't really tell the difference in texture from here, but this is just to show the difference in pan size.
I decided to swatch both of them on a piece of paper if it was possible to see a difference.
The shade is the same (thank god, I would probably be mad if it weren't), but you can see a bit of difference in the texture. Studio Tech applies a bit uneven and blotchy while Full Coverage applies evenly.
So now for the face comparisons! I started my face off with MAC Prep + Prime Skin along with MAC Fix+ to prime my face.
Here you can see my bare face:
You can see that I have skin issues including some dark spots, under eye bags and redness.
For applying this foundation, I used a MAC 130 brush (duo fiber brush with a small head) that was sprayed with MAC Fix+. Using Fix+ is helpful when using cream foundations because it makes it apply more evenly and hydrates the cream. These pictures will be a bit bigger so you can click on them and see the imperfections better. Remember to set cream foundations with a powder as well!
First up is Full Coverage:
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As you can see, it covers up my skin perfections incredibly well! You can't see my redness or dark spots, my under eye circles aren't showing up too much and it covers up most of my pores. I also really like how it looks nice and airbrushed on my face!
Studio Tech:
This application is just of when using the brush. I feel like it can be kind of cakey, streaky, and blotchy in spots without touching it up.
I touched the foundation up with my hands to blend it better. As you can see it looks MUCH better than the picture without the touch up. It does a fairly good job of covering my imperfections but I feel that the Full Coverage covers more.
So now that you've seen the pictures, I'll do a pros and cons for each of them.
Full Coverage
Pros:
- Lives up to the claim of being full coverage! Concealer is unnecessary to use.
- Doesn't feel too heavy on the skin.
- Applies evenly, no touch ups needed through out the day.
- Don't need to use a lot of product to cover the whole face.
- Same price as Studio Tech but comes with more product.
Cons:
- Only available at MAC Pro Stores or online at very inflated prices.
- Might be too drying for dry skin types.
- Thick formula, so might not be good for every day use.
- Is a bit hard to wash off due to the thick formula.
Studio Tech
Pros:
- Coverage is buildable! Starts as a medium coverage that can be built up to full coverage.
- Don't need to use concealer if you build up the coverage.
- Nice creamy texture, doesn't feel heavy.
- Easy to apply, good for everyday use.
Cons:
- Pricey considering the amount you get.
- Streaky application without touch ups and can be cakey if built up too much.
- Need to use more product depending on the coverage you want.
- Touch ups are needed sometimes.
Overall
Both are great cream foundations, but you need to pick it on your personal preferences. Studio Tech is a good foundation for everyday use and beginners. Full Coverage really lives up to the promises, but can be hard to use for beginners or for everyday use. Definitely a must use for those that have really bad skin problems.
Where to buy
Studio Tech: Available at all MAC stores and counters worldwide or online, $30.
Full Coverage: Available only at MAC PRO stores worldwide, $30. It's possible to find it online, but the prices are highly inflated.
Estée Lauder Double Wear VS MAC Studio Fix
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Estée Lauder Double Wear VS MAC Studio Fix
These two are constantly compared, so as massive fan of MAC Studio Fix I thought it was only fair to get a hold of some Double Wear and test them out against each other. I love a full coverage foundation, in fact, that's all I wear but even some foundations are too heavy for me.
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- £32.50 for 30ml
- SPF 10
- 15 hours wear
- Over 50 shades
My first time trying this was when I headed over to boots to check it out and was informed that they didn't have the lightest shade in Egg Shell. Instead the lady gave me a sample of the second lightest, just so I could see how it feels on my skin and how long it lasts.
- Stays in place.
- Doesn't crease on eyelids.
- Powder isn't always needed.
- One layer should be enough.
- Sticky.
- Impossible to apply more on top, basically not buildable at all.
- Cakey feeling.
- Price is a little steep.
- Very heavy.
- £26.00 for 30ml
- SPF 15
- 10 hours wear
- Over 60 shades
I have used and loved MAC Studio Fix for as long as I can remember. It's a medium coverage that can soon be very heavy or with one coat it can leave my skin looking perfected. Mine has never lasted 10 hours though, never, that's slightly ridiculous. I'll always have to reapply either over it (as this foundation does allow for that) or take it off and start again completely depending on how hard of a day I've had. It'll continue to be a foundation that I will always use and love.
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- Very easy to apply.
- Powder sets it in place nicely.
- Can add more on top.
- Doesn't dry too fast.
- Reasonably priced.
- Free lipstick when you return 6 empty MAC products.
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- Can feel heavy.
- Doesn't stay in place through humidity.
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