How do you determine the right foundation makeup shade best for you?

I forgot were I learned this from but if you want to see what foundation shade is best for you rub your skin kind of hard and see what color it is after you rub it.





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Finding the correct shade of foundation, powder or concealer can be a difficult task. Our shade guide will help you determine your own skin tone and depth, which will allow you to determine your overall shade. Once you find your shade, you can find the foundation, powder or concealer that's best for you.





The first step in finding your shade is to simply look at your skin, without makeup, in daylight. Regardless of whether your skin is very pale or very dark, you should be able to determine whether your skin has more yellowish or more pinkish tones to it. If your skin looks more Yellow/Golden Olive or Golden toned, you have warmer toned skin. If your skin seems to be more of a neutral shade, you have neutral toned skin. If your skin looks more pinkish, you have cool toned skin.





If you can't tell what tone your skin has just by looking at it, the next step is to take a look at your undertones, which can be determined by looking at the veins on the underside of your forearm. If your veins look blue, then you most likely have pinkish undertones, which would mean you have cool toned skin. If your veins look more greenish, then you have yellow or golden undertones, which would mean you most likely have warmer toned skin.





Once you have determined your skin tone, you can next determine the depth of your skin tone. Skin will range from very pale to very deep. It should be fairly easy to determine the depth of your own skin. If you aren't able to decide on your own, someone else should be able to help tell you whether your skin is fair/pale, medium or dark/deep.





Now that you know your skin tone and depth, you can determine your overall shade. Makeup shades will almost always fall into the warm, neutral or cool categories we discussed above and will also be differentiated by the depth of each shade. So, for each category of warm, neutral and cool, there will be a corresponding shade to match pale shades of each tone, medium tones of each shade and deep shades of each tone.





Most cosmetics companies will make foundations in a range of colors and it should be easy to find your match once you know your skin tone and depth. For instance, they will offer different shades for warm toned/pale skin as opposed to warm toned/dark skin. Similarly, they will have different shades available for cool toned/medium skin and cool toned/dark skin.





Here are a few more things to keep in mind:





When actually purchasing your foundation shade, you will want to make sure you use the depth of the skin near your jawline or neck area as your criteria for determining your match. This helps to ensure flawless blending and to avoid ending up with a face that's too light or too dark that doesn't match the rest of your skin! If you simply try to match the depth of the skin tone on your forehead or cheeks, you will often end up with a shade that looks too dark compared to the rest of you. Choose the shade that matches the depth of the skin on your jawline/neckline, and then use a Bronzer or Skinfinish to highlight or add ';sun'; to your face, if desired.





Also, when it comes to actual makeup application, be sure to blend foundations and powders around the jawline and into the neckline.





For concealers, you may want to try a concealer with a slight tint to it. This will help cover up dark under-eye circles or reddish imperfections. Slightly yellowish tones will help to cancel out and cover up dark purpleish/blueish undereye circles. Sometimes just selecting a concealer that is a few shades lighter than your regular foundation will also work well for diminishing under-eye circles. Slightly greenish toned concealers will help to cancel out any reddish tones in your skin caused by acne, or other skin conditions.





If you have a significant undertone to your skin, you may choose to play it up or play it down by trying a shade that includes or excludes your undertones.


Often, people will wear a few different shades throughout the year because skin shade and tone can change slightly according to the season, physical well being and general lighting.





If you are still having trouble determining your skin tone, you should stop by a makeup counter and have a makeup artist help you out. They will almost always be able to easily tell you what undertones you have, and will be able to help you determine your overall shade to ensure you select the correct shade prior to your purchase





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Want to even out your complexion, minimize pores, and add a pretty glow to your skin? All you need is the right foundation! To find the one that will work best with your skin, use these steps:





Step 1: Determine your skin type. It will dictate the foundation formula you should buy. Got oily skin? An oil-free, liquid foundation with a matte finish will keep shine away, but won't clog pores. If you have dry skin, a cream foundation with a dewy finish will add hydration plus a soft sheen. And for combination skin, a liquid or cream-to-powder foundation with a natural finish looks best.





Step 2: Hit the department store. The No. 1 rule in buying foundation is that you must test it on your skin. While drugstore foundations may be of high quality, their packaging doesn't allow a try-on. That's why it's wise to splurge on foundation at the department store. There, you can try on an array of shades and formulas, and get help from a counter makeup artist.





Step 3: Stick to yellow-based shades. Foundations with a yellow base or undertone work the best, as they give a natural look (most of us have yellow in our skin, no matter how dark or rosy we are). Avoid foundations with obvious pink or peach casts, which look unnatural on virtually everyone.





Step 4: Choose three or four shade options. The counter makeup artist can help you here. Because foundations today come in such a broad range of shades, several may look like they'll work for you. Try on a few before you make a decision.





Step 5: Test it right. Forget about testing foundation on your hand or wrist -- your face is most likely a different color. Instead, use a cotton swab to swipe your three or four shade possibilities at your jawline.





Step 6: Examine in natural light. The best way to figure out which of your test shades is right is by looking at them in natural light. The one that seems to blend into your skin with no noticeable outline is your perfect match. (Don't see a perfect match in the four you tested? Head back to the counter to try some more options.)





Sorry if it's too long!





Hope this helps!How do you determine the right foundation makeup shade best for you?
The best place to test a foundation is on your jawline, and then you either buy the same shade as your skin or one shade lighter to brighten up your face and/or look younger.





You may have trouble buying foundation that isn't too beige or too pink, so try different ranges and brands.How do you determine the right foundation makeup shade best for you?
the best way to determine the right foundation shade is to test it on your jawline. comparing it to the back of your hand may be inaccurate. if you're at a department store, they usually have someone who will help you find the right shade. some makeup companies have charts at the store that show you what each shade looks like. they usually tell you to compare it to the back of your hand, but i suggest you keep a mirror handy and compare the color to your jawline, as this will be the most accurate.
first off, do not test on ur hand!!! no ones hand is the same shade as their face. test it on ur neck or face. u should probably go for one a little lighter than ur skin tone. if u really don't know which ones to try or pick, go to any department stores with a cosmetic department (macy's. any big ones) and ask someone at the unter to help u find the right foundation. i hope u find one that works


p.s try both liquid and powder, it depends on what kind of skin you have (dry, oily...)
You go to a counter and try out several colours on your skin. the one that seems to fade in and does not stand out, either too dark or too light; is the one for you.
when you go to a nice store like ultra or some places in dillards, the clerks will let you try some on. If you can open it then try holing it up to your hand or face. if it looks similar then try it. or go a shade lighter.
well if you do mary kay the people will find the perfect one for you.
Well most of the time, they don't know how to match your skin tone, I've experienced through that, well you should find your right tone by blending a little foundation on your jaw, blend it and see if tone matches your skin.
actually i kind of got fed up looking for the perfect match for my skin,which has a tan-brown colour,either it get too dark or it stands out,or looks like a layered cake.so i just stopped using foundation.not totally,sometimes on special occasions but not daily.as a daily routine makeup i started using a tinted moisturiser,a lighter tone than my skin tone and then i use a bronzer as an overall finishing touch.and i know i looked great and so did alot of my friends.
i would suggest going to the makeup counter at your local department store. they should be able to give you a good match. tell them what your are looking for as far as coverage and your skin concerns.
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i personally rub a little on my hand to try and see how that works. if you compare your hand to your face and your face is darker get a little darker shade. that works for me