Nyx Stay Matte But Not Flat Powder Foundation Deep Dark dupes - verified by color distance
We measured Nyx Stay Matte But Not Flat Powder Foundation Deep Dark (neutral undertone, medium-tan depth) against every shade we track across 26 brands. The closest dupe is Cargo Cosmetics Liquid Foundation in F-80 - very close (ΔE 3.3).
| Brand | Product | Shade | Undertone | Depth | Match | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo Cosmetics | Liquid Foundation | F-80 | Neutral | Medium-Tan | very close (ΔE 3.3) | $42 |
| Milani | Cream-To-Powder Makeup | Spiced Almond | Neutral | Medium-Tan | very close (ΔE 3.5) | $10.99 |
| Revlon | Photoready Airbrush Effect Makeup | Cappuccino | Neutral | Tan | very close (ΔE 3.6) | $19.99 |
| Nyx | HD Studio Photogenic Foundation | California Tan | Cool | Tan | very close (ΔE 3.7) | $18 |
| Clinique | Even Better™ Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 15 | WN 120 Pecan | Neutral | Tan | very close (ΔE 3.9) | $28 |
| Clinique | Beyond Perfecting™ Powder Foundation + Concealer | 24 Golden | Neutral | Medium-Tan | close (ΔE 4.1) | $28 |
| Smashbox | Camera Ready BB Water SPF 30 | MEDIUM/DARK | Neutral | Medium-Tan | close (ΔE 4.2) | $42 |
| Smashbox | STUDIO SKIN 15 HOUR WEAR HYDRATING FOUNDATION | 4.05 | Neutral | Tan | close (ΔE 4.4) | $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 Stay Matte But Not Flat Powder Foundation Deep Dark?
Cargo Cosmetics Liquid Foundation in F-80 - measured at very close (ΔE 3.3), with neutral undertone and medium-tan depth.
Is there a cheaper dupe for Nyx Stay Matte But Not Flat Powder Foundation Deep Dark?
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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