Cargo Cosmetics Liquid Foundation F-45 dupes - verified by color distance

We measured Cargo Cosmetics Liquid Foundation F-45 (warm undertone, light-medium depth) against every shade we track across 26 brands. The closest dupe is Nyx Gotcha Covered Concealer in Golden - near-identical (ΔE 1.1).

BrandProductShadeUndertoneDepthMatchPrice
NyxGotcha Covered ConcealerGoldenWarmLight-Mediumnear-identical (ΔE 1.1)$6
NyxGotcha Covered ConcealerMedium OliveWarmLight-Mediumvery close (ΔE 2.2)$6
NyxDefine & Refine Powder FoundationGoldenWarmLight-Mediumvery close (ΔE 2.6)$12
DiorDiorskin Forever Undercover040 Honey BeigeWarmLight-Mediumvery close (ΔE 2.6)$21
L'OrealParis True Match Super Blendable MakeupN5 True BeigeWarmLight-Mediumvery close (ΔE 2.7)$18.79
ColourpopNo Filter FoundationLight 45WarmLight-Mediumvery close (ΔE 2.7)$12
NyxDefine & Refine Powder FoundationSandWarmLight-Mediumvery close (ΔE 2.8)$12
NyxTotal Control Drop FoundationBuffWarmLight-Mediumvery close (ΔE 3.2)$14

How we verify dupes

Shade names lie; color math does not. Each foundation shade is converted to Lab color space and compared by ΔE (perceptual color distance): under 2 is near-identical, 2-4 reads the same on skin in normal light. We also require the undertone and depth to line up, because two shades with the same surface color can wear differently if the undertone underneath differs. Not sure of your own undertone? Run the free undertone test or the full AI makeup analysis - both run in your browser.

FAQ

What is the closest dupe for Cargo Cosmetics Liquid Foundation F-45?

Nyx Gotcha Covered Concealer in Golden - measured at near-identical (ΔE 1.1), with warm undertone and light-medium depth.

Is there a cheaper dupe for Cargo Cosmetics Liquid Foundation F-45?

The closest measured matches are listed above; compare current prices before buying, and confirm your own undertone with the free analyzer.

How are these dupes verified?

Each shade is converted to Lab color space and compared by ΔE (color distance): under 2 is near-identical, under 4 reads the same on skin. We also match undertone and depth, which drives how a shade actually wears.

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