Nyx Mineral Stick Foundation Cool Chestnut dupes - verified by color distance

We measured Nyx Mineral Stick Foundation Cool Chestnut (warm undertone, medium-tan depth) against every shade we track across 26 brands. The closest dupe is Clinique Super City Block™ BB Cushion Compact Broad Spectrum SPF 50 in 04 Deep - very close (ΔE 2.0).

BrandProductShadeUndertoneDepthMatchPrice
CliniqueSuper City Block™ BB Cushion Compact Broad Spectrum SPF 5004 DeepNeutralMedium-Tanvery close (ΔE 2.0)$17.5
CliniqueSuper City Block™ BB Cushion Compact Broad Spectrum SPF 50 RefillDeepNeutralMedium-Tanvery close (ΔE 2.0)$25
NyxStay Matte But Not Flat Liquid FoundationDeep GoldenWarmMedium-Tanvery close (ΔE 2.1)$7.5
Cargo CosmeticsLiquid FoundationF-30NeutralMedium-Tanvery close (ΔE 2.9)$42
SmashboxCamera Ready BB Water SPF 30MEDIUM/DARKNeutralMedium-Tanvery close (ΔE 3.1)$42
FentyPRO FILT'R - Soft Matte Longwear Foundation340 CoolNeutralMedium-Tanvery close (ΔE 3.3)$34
NyxTotal Control Drop FoundationCappuccinoWarmMedium-Tanvery close (ΔE 3.5)$14
L'OrealParis True Match Super Blendable MakeupC7 Nut BrownWarmMedium-Tanvery close (ΔE 3.6)$18.79

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 Cool Chestnut?

Clinique Super City Block™ BB Cushion Compact Broad Spectrum SPF 50 in 04 Deep - measured at very close (ΔE 2.0), with neutral undertone and medium-tan depth.

Is there a cheaper dupe for Nyx Mineral Stick Foundation Cool 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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