Clinique Even Better™ Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 15 CN 126 Espresso dupes - verified by color distance
We measured Clinique Even Better™ Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 15 CN 126 Espresso (cool undertone, very-deep depth) against every shade we track across 26 brands. The closest dupe is Nyx Gotcha Covered Concealer Pencil in Espresso - very close (ΔE 2.7).
| Brand | Product | Shade | Undertone | Depth | Match | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nyx | Gotcha Covered Concealer Pencil | Espresso | Cool | Very Deep | very close (ΔE 2.7) | $7 |
| Nyx | Gotcha Covered Concealer Pencil | Deep Espresso | Cool | Very Deep | very close (ΔE 2.7) | $7 |
| Smashbox | STUDIO SKIN 15 HOUR WEAR HYDRATING FOUNDATION | 4.4 | Cool | Very Deep | close (ΔE 4.4) | $42 |
| Smashbox | STUDIO SKIN 15 HOUR WEAR HYDRATING FOUNDATION | 4.3 | Cool | Very Deep | close (ΔE 5.0) | $42 |
| Nyx | HD Studio Photogenic Foundation | Deep Espresso | Cool | Very Deep | close (ΔE 5.0) | $18 |
| Nyx | Stay Matte But Not Flat Liquid Foundation | Deep Dark | Cool | Deep | close (ΔE 5.5) | $7.5 |
| Nyx | HD Studio Photogenic Foundation | Cocoa | Neutral | Very Deep | similar (ΔE 6.2) | $18 |
| Nyx | HD Photogenic Concealer Wand | Deep Espresso | Neutral | Very Deep | similar (ΔE 6.5) | $5 |
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 Clinique Even Better™ Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 15 CN 126 Espresso?
Nyx Gotcha Covered Concealer Pencil in Espresso - measured at very close (ΔE 2.7), with cool undertone and very deep depth.
Is there a cheaper dupe for Clinique Even Better™ Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 15 CN 126 Espresso?
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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