Nyx Mineral Stick Foundation Caramel dupes - verified by color distance

We measured Nyx Mineral Stick Foundation Caramel (warm undertone, medium depth) against every shade we track across 26 brands. The closest dupe is Physicians Formula Mineral Wear Talc-Free All-In-One ABC Cushion Foundation in Medium - near-identical (ΔE 1.0).

BrandProductShadeUndertoneDepthMatchPrice
Physicians FormulaMineral Wear Talc-Free All-In-One ABC Cushion FoundationMediumWarmMediumnear-identical (ΔE 1.0)$20.49
NyxTinted MoisturizerSoft BeigeWarmMediumnear-identical (ΔE 1.4)$10
NyxTotal Control Drop FoundationGoldenWarmMediumnear-identical (ΔE 1.4)$14
Mineral FusionLiquid FoundationOlive 2 - for olive skin with green undertonesWarmMediumnear-identical (ΔE 1.5)$37
NyxStay Matte But Not Flat Powder FoundationDeep GoldenWarmMediumnear-identical (ΔE 1.7)$9.5
DiorDiorskin Forever Undercover050 Dark BeigeWarmMediumnear-identical (ΔE 1.9)$21
CliniqueBeyond Perfecting™ Super Concealer Camouflage + 24-Hour WearMedium 20WarmMediumvery close (ΔE 2.6)$19.5
Pure AnadaLoose Mineral FoundationBeige in Banff (Medium - Cool Tones)WarmMediumvery close (ΔE 2.7)$25.99

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 Nyx Mineral Stick Foundation Caramel?

Physicians Formula Mineral Wear Talc-Free All-In-One ABC Cushion Foundation in Medium - measured at near-identical (ΔE 1.0), with warm undertone and medium depth.

Is there a cheaper dupe for Nyx Mineral Stick Foundation Caramel?

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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