Nyx HD Studio Photogenic Foundation Cappuccino dupes - verified by color distance
We measured Nyx HD Studio Photogenic Foundation Cappuccino (neutral undertone, tan depth) against every shade we track across 26 brands. The closest dupe is Cargo Cosmetics OneBase for Face in 05 - Dark with neutral undertone - near-identical (ΔE 1.4).
| Brand | Product | Shade | Undertone | Depth | Match | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo Cosmetics | OneBase for Face | 05 - Dark with neutral undertone | Cool | Tan | near-identical (ΔE 1.4) | $28 |
| Nyx | HD Photogenic Concealer Wand | Cappuccino | Neutral | Tan | near-identical (ΔE 2.0) | $5 |
| Smashbox | Photo Filter Foundation | 10 | Neutral | Tan | very close (ΔE 2.3) | $42 |
| Revlon | Photoready Airbrush Effect Makeup | Mocha | Cool | Tan | very close (ΔE 2.9) | $19.99 |
| Smashbox | STUDIO SKIN 15 HOUR WEAR HYDRATING FOUNDATION | 4.05 | Neutral | Tan | very close (ΔE 3.0) | $42 |
| Clinique | Superbalanced™ Makeup | 18 Clove | Cool | Tan | very close (ΔE 3.1) | $26 |
| Smashbox | STUDIO SKIN 15 HOUR WEAR HYDRATING FOUNDATION | 4.15 | Cool | Tan | very close (ΔE 3.6) | $42 |
| Smashbox | Halo HD Foundation SPF 15 | 9 | Cool | Tan | close (ΔE 4.2) | $45 |
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 Nyx HD Studio Photogenic Foundation Cappuccino?
Cargo Cosmetics OneBase for Face in 05 - Dark with neutral undertone - measured at near-identical (ΔE 1.4), with cool undertone and tan depth.
Is there a cheaper dupe for Nyx HD Studio Photogenic Foundation Cappuccino?
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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