Smashbox Photo Filter Foundation 3 dupes - verified by color distance

We measured Smashbox Photo Filter Foundation 3 (warm undertone, light depth) against every shade we track across 26 brands. The closest dupe is Covergirl Ready, Set Gorgeous Liquid Makeup 105 in 115 - near-identical (ΔE 1.2).

BrandProductShadeUndertoneDepthMatchPrice
CovergirlReady, Set Gorgeous Liquid Makeup 105115WarmLightnear-identical (ΔE 1.2)$8.99
NyxStay Matte But Not Flat Liquid FoundationNaturalWarmLightnear-identical (ΔE 1.2)$7.5
CliniquePerfectly Real™ Compact Makeup122WarmLightnear-identical (ΔE 1.4)$28
CliniqueAirbrush Concealer™NEW Neutral CreamWarmLightnear-identical (ΔE 1.4)$22
E.L.F.Studio Flawless Finish FoundationSandWarmLightnear-identical (ΔE 1.6)$9.99
DiorDiorskin Nude Air loose powder030 Medium BeigeWarmLightnear-identical (ΔE 1.6)$36.5
CliniquePerfectly Real™ Compact MakeupPR 126WarmLightnear-identical (ΔE 1.9)$28
CliniqueBeyond Perfecting™ Powder Foundation + Concealer02 AlabasterWarmLightnear-identical (ΔE 2.0)$28

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 Smashbox Photo Filter Foundation 3?

Covergirl Ready, Set Gorgeous Liquid Makeup 105 in 115 - measured at near-identical (ΔE 1.2), with warm undertone and light depth.

Is there a cheaper dupe for Smashbox Photo Filter Foundation 3?

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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