Nyx Total Control Drop Foundation Mahogany dupes - verified by color distance
We measured Nyx Total Control Drop Foundation Mahogany (warm undertone, medium-tan depth) against every shade we track across 26 brands. The closest dupe is Nyx HD Photogenic Concealer Wand in Nutmeg - near-identical (ΔE 1.5).
| Brand | Product | Shade | Undertone | Depth | Match | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nyx | HD Photogenic Concealer Wand | Nutmeg | Warm | Medium-Tan | near-identical (ΔE 1.5) | $5 |
| Smashbox | STUDIO SKIN 15 HOUR WEAR HYDRATING FOUNDATION | 3.35 | Warm | Medium-Tan | near-identical (ΔE 2.0) | $42 |
| Nyx | HD Studio Photogenic Foundation | Soft Mocha | Warm | Medium-Tan | very close (ΔE 2.6) | $18 |
| Clinique | Beyond Perfecting™ Super Concealer Camouflage + 24-Hour Wear | Deep 24 | Neutral | Medium | very close (ΔE 3.0) | $19.5 |
| Nyx | Stay Matte But Not Flat Liquid Foundation | Deep Golden | Warm | Medium-Tan | very close (ΔE 3.1) | $7.5 |
| Nyx | HD Photogenic Concealer Wand | Deep Golden | Warm | Medium | very close (ΔE 3.2) | $5 |
| Nyx | Invincible Fullest Coverage Foundation | Caramel | Neutral | Medium-Tan | very close (ΔE 3.2) | $12 |
| Cargo Cosmetics | Liquid Foundation | F-30 | Neutral | Medium-Tan | very close (ΔE 3.3) | $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 Total Control Drop Foundation Mahogany?
Nyx HD Photogenic Concealer Wand in Nutmeg - measured at near-identical (ΔE 1.5), with warm undertone and medium-tan depth.
Is there a cheaper dupe for Nyx Total Control Drop Foundation Mahogany?
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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