I have been using MAC fix for many years and I honestly don't know what I would do if it went away. It wears really well, feels invisible on, but really smoothes out your complexion. I have a very uneven skin tone because of freckles and sun spots and acne scars. (Not as bad as it sounds) This evens that all out. I use it with a brush, but the pad is excellent, too. Love, love, love this foundation.