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MEET YOUR M·A·C SHADE MATCH

Explore our Artist-approved cheat sheet to
understand your undertone, determine your
shade depth and meet your perfect match in
a few simple steps.

STEP 1:

UNDERSTAND
M·A·C SHADE
NAMES

Our shade names feature two important 

elements: LETTERS and NUMBERS.

NUMBERS REPRESENT SHADE DEPTH

NUMBERS REPRESENT

SHADE DEPTH

(5-65)

The lower the number, the lighter the shade.

The higher the number, the richer the shade.

STEP 2:

FIND YOUR

UNDERTONE

Did you know our formulas were designed by Artists and are based on colour theory, ranging from warm to cool undertones? Find yours below!

FIND YOUR UNDERTONE CHART

STEP 3:

DETERMINE YOUR

SHADE DEPTH

Let’s narrow your search even more – which model’s shade depth best resembles your complexion?

MATCH YOUR CURRENT SHADE FROM ANOTHER BRAND

STEP 4:

GET

SHADE-MATCHED

IN SECONDS

Try any of our exclusive tools below, designed to make shade-matching easier than ever before!

FIND YOUR SHADE IN ANY FINISH WITH VIRTUAL TRY-ON

FIND YOUR SHADE IN ANY FINISH WITH VIRTUAL TRY-ON

Discover your colour-true foundation hue using your camera phone.

COME IN-STORE FOR A FREE CONSULTATION

COME IN-STORE FOR A FREE CONSULTATION

Get shade-matched with the help of a Pro! Book a FREE in-store consultation now with 
one of our Artists.

CHOOSE YOUR FINISH + FORMULA

STEP 5:

CHOOSE YOUR

FINISH + FORMULA

From ultra-matte to dewy radiance in every format from liquids to powders, find your new favourite foundation finish and formula.