MAC
Premium“All ages, all races, all genders.”
By Viktoria @vioda.makeup · Published · Updated
MAC is a premium makeup brand from Canada, founded in 1984 by Frank Toskan & Frank Angelo. It's best known for its Ruby Woo lipstick, Velvet Teddy and Studio Fix foundation. I've found affordable dupes for 7 of its products, saving up to $29.
7 products with tested affordable alternatives, side by side.
MAC Cosmetics (Make-up Art Cosmetics) was founded in 1984 in Toronto by Frank Toskan and Frank Angelo. Originally created for professional makeup artists who needed products that performed under harsh studio lighting, MAC quickly crossed over into the mainstream. The brand became a cultural force with its inclusive shade ranges, celebrity collaborations, and the iconic Viva Glam campaign.
MAC remains one of the most widely used professional makeup brands in the world. Products like Ruby Woo, Velvet Teddy, and Studio Fix are staples. The brand is known for its enormous shade ranges (especially in lip products and foundations) and its professional-grade formulas that work across all skin tones.
Popular Products
What MAC is bought for. The ones we've found dupes for link through to the comparison.
Known For
Brand Philosophy
MAC was built on professional artistry and inclusivity. The brand's 'All Ages, All Races, All Genders' philosophy was groundbreaking when it launched and remains core to the brand identity.
MAC Dupes on vioda.makeup
Affordable alternatives for MAC bestsellers — tested and compared side by side.
MAC Ruby Woo
lipstick
From $8 88% match
MAC Fix+
setting spray
From $8 85% match
MAC Spice Lip Pencil
lip liner
From $5 90% match
MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation
foundation
From $9 88% match
MAC Velvet Teddy
lipstick
From $10 87% match
MAC Strobe Cream
primer
From $14 89% match
MAC Lip Pencil in Whirl
lip-liner
From $5 91% match
FAQ
MAC Official Channels
Where to buy, and how to reach MAC customer service directly.
- Website
- www.maccosmetics.com/
- Phone
- +1-800-588-0070
- Contact form
- Open form
- Headquarters
- New York, NY, United States
- Sold at
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