Clinique Superbalanced™ Makeup 27 Alabaster dupes - verified by color distance

We measured Clinique Superbalanced™ Makeup 27 Alabaster (olive undertone, fair depth) against every shade we track across 26 brands. The closest dupe is L'Oreal Paris True Match Super Blendable Makeup in C1 Alabaster - near-identical (ΔE 1.0).

BrandProductShadeUndertoneDepthMatchPrice
L'OrealParis True Match Super Blendable MakeupC1 AlabasterOliveFairnear-identical (ΔE 1.0)$18.79
L'OrealParis True Match Super Blendable MakeupW2 Light IvoryOliveFairnear-identical (ΔE 1.5)$18.79
MaybellineFit Me Shine-Free Foundation StickClassic Ivory (120)WarmFairnear-identical (ΔE 1.9)$10.99
RevlonPhotoready Airbrush Effect MakeupShellOliveFairnear-identical (ΔE 1.9)$19.99
Benefithello flawless! powder foundationchampagneOliveFairvery close (ΔE 2.5)$44
FentyPRO FILT'R - Soft Matte Longwear Foundation180 WarmOliveFairvery close (ΔE 2.6)$34
FentyMATCH STIX - Matte SkinstickLinen - CoolOliveFairvery close (ΔE 2.6)$25
L'OrealParis Visible Lift Blur FoundationLight IvoryOliveFairvery close (ΔE 2.9)$18.99

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 Superbalanced™ Makeup 27 Alabaster?

L'Oreal Paris True Match Super Blendable Makeup in C1 Alabaster - measured at near-identical (ΔE 1.0), with olive undertone and fair depth.

Is there a cheaper dupe for Clinique Superbalanced™ Makeup 27 Alabaster?

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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