Dr. Hauschka Foundation 03 Chestnut dupes - verified by color distance
We measured Dr. Hauschka Foundation 03 Chestnut (neutral undertone, light depth) against every shade we track across 26 brands. The closest dupe is Smashbox STUDIO SKIN 15 HOUR WEAR HYDRATING FOUNDATION in 2.3 - very close (ΔE 2.2).
| Brand | Product | Shade | Undertone | Depth | Match | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smashbox | STUDIO SKIN 15 HOUR WEAR HYDRATING FOUNDATION | 2.3 | Neutral | Light | very close (ΔE 2.2) | $42 |
| Nyx | Define & Refine Powder Foundation | Light | Olive | Light-Medium | very close (ΔE 3.3) | $12 |
| Rejuva Minerals | Pressed Powder Foundation | Radiance | Neutral | Light | very close (ΔE 3.4) | - |
| Clinique | Super City Block™ BB Cushion Compact Broad Spectrum SPF 50 | 03 Medium | Neutral | Light | very close (ΔE 3.6) | $17.5 |
| Clinique | Stay-Matte Sheer Pressed Powder | 01 Stay Buff | Neutral | Light-Medium | very close (ΔE 3.7) | $26 |
| Smashbox | STUDIO SKIN 15 HOUR WEAR HYDRATING FOUNDATION | 2.4 | Neutral | Light | very close (ΔE 3.8) | $42 |
| Colourpop | No Filter Foundation | Medium Dark 140 | Neutral | Light-Medium | close (ΔE 4.5) | $12 |
| Colourpop | No Filter Foundation | Medium 105 | Warm | Light | close (ΔE 4.6) | $12 |
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 Dr. Hauschka Foundation 03 Chestnut?
Smashbox STUDIO SKIN 15 HOUR WEAR HYDRATING FOUNDATION in 2.3 - measured at very close (ΔE 2.2), with neutral undertone and light depth.
Is there a cheaper dupe for Dr. Hauschka Foundation 03 Chestnut?
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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