Nyx Hydra Touch Powder Foundation Cocoa dupes - verified by color distance

We measured Nyx Hydra Touch Powder Foundation Cocoa (neutral undertone, medium depth) against every shade we track across 26 brands. The closest dupe is Clinique Superbalanced™ Makeup in 06 Linen - near-identical (ΔE 1.5).

BrandProductShadeUndertoneDepthMatchPrice
CliniqueSuperbalanced™ Makeup06 LinenNeutralMediumnear-identical (ΔE 1.5)$26
Nyx#NOFILTER Finishing PowderMahoganyCoolMediumvery close (ΔE 2.3)$12
CliniqueBeyond Perfecting™ Powder Foundation + Concealer18 SandNeutralMediumvery close (ΔE 3.1)$28
CliniqueAcne Solutions™ Liquid MakeupFresh Deep NeutralNeutralMediumvery close (ΔE 3.2)$28
CliniqueLine Smoothing ConcealerMediumCoolMedium-Tanvery close (ΔE 3.6)$20
NyxTotal Control Drop FoundationCinnamonNeutralMediumvery close (ΔE 3.7)$14
SmashboxCamera Ready BB Cream SPF 35NEW SHADE! MEDIUM/DARKCoolMedium-Tanvery close (ΔE 3.8)$39
SmashboxCamera Ready CC CreamNEW SHADE! MEDIUM/DARKCoolMedium-Tanvery close (ΔE 3.8)$42

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 Hydra Touch Powder Foundation Cocoa?

Clinique Superbalanced™ Makeup in 06 Linen - measured at near-identical (ΔE 1.5), with neutral undertone and medium depth.

Is there a cheaper dupe for Nyx Hydra Touch Powder Foundation Cocoa?

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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