Vitamin C Brightening Cushion Foundation with SPF50 for a Luminous, Radiant Finish
Description
The MAC Lightful C+ Compact Foundation in Extra Light SPF50 is a multitasking cushion compact that combines targeted skincare benefits with buildable coverage in one elegant, travel-friendly format. Enriched with the Lightful C+ vitamin C complex, hyaluronic acid and a blend of botanical fruit extracts, it enhances skin clarity and radiance while delivering a natural, luminous finish perfectly calibrated for the fairest, most porcelain skin tones.
Key Benefits
Lightful C+ vitamin C complex (ascorbyl glucoside) brightens the complexion and helps even skin tone for a visibly more radiant, clear appearance with daily use
SPF50 protection with titanium dioxide and zinc oxide offers broad-spectrum daily defence against UV damage, ideal for everyday wear on very fair or sun-sensitive skin
Hyaluronic acid (sodium hyaluronate) and silk powder deliver lightweight hydration and a smooth, skin-like finish that never looks heavy or cakey
Rich botanical blend including watermelon, apple, lychee seed, lentil and marine algae extracts nourishes and supports skin radiance from within
How to use
Press the cushion applicator sponge gently into the compact to pick up product. Pat onto the face starting from the centre and blend outward towards the hairline and jaw. Build coverage by layering as desired. For sun protection benefits, reapply regularly throughout the day, especially after sweating, swimming or towel drying. The compact format makes it ideal for on-the-go touch-ups.
Ingredients
Aqua (Water), Titanium Dioxide, Dimethicone, Zinc Oxide, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Butylene Glycol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Diethylhexyl Succinate, Methyl Trimethicone, Silica, Dimethicone Silylate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Salicornia Herbacea Extract, Prunus Serrulata Flower Extract, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/PVP Crosspolymer, Thermus Thermophillus Ferment, Lens Esculenta (Lentil) Fruit Extract, Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Litchi Chinensis Seed Extract, Palmaria Palmata Extract, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Porphyra Yezoensis Algae Extract, Caffeine, Glycerin, Tocopherol, Silk Powder, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Dimethicone Crosspolymer-3, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Alumina, Dextrin, Magnesium Sulfate, Laureth-4, Calcium Chloride, Caprylyl Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Citric Acid, Dipentaerythrityl Tri-Polyhydroxystearate, Sodium Citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Chlorphenesin. [+/- Mica, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Iron Oxides (CI 77499)].
FAQ
Is Extra Light the fairest shade in the Lightful C+ range?
Yes — Extra Light is the lightest neutral shade in the MAC Lightful C+ Compact Foundation range, formulated specifically for very fair to porcelain skin tones with a cool or neutral undertone.
Can I use this as my only SPF product?
The SPF50 provides meaningful daily sun protection for everyday use. For extended outdoor exposure or intense sun conditions, a dedicated broad-spectrum sunscreen applied underneath is also recommended.
How does Extra Light differ from Extra Light Rose?
Extra Light has a neutral undertone while Extra Light Rose has a distinctly cool pink or rosy undertone. Both suit very fair skin but the right choice depends on your skin’s natural undertone for the most seamless finish.
