How to Select the Right Foundation  according to Your Skin Tone

Find the perfect foundation and you’ve found the best part of makeup. It makes your skin flawless, evens it out, and gives that lovely glow. But if you pick the wrong shade of foundation, it will affect your whole makeup look! So, here’s a guide to help you pick the right foundation according to your skin tone.

1. Know Your Skin’s Undertone
The undertone is one of the most important things you should consider while choosing the right foundation for your skin. There are three major undertones:

Warm (yellow or golden tones): If gold jewelry suits you better than silver and you have a yellowish or olive complexion, then it is likely you have warm undertones.
Cool (pink or blue tones): If silver jewelry flatters you more, as well as if the color of your veins is blue, it may mean that you have cool undertones.
Neutral: If you can tolerate both gold and silver and your veins are greenish-blue, then this is likely your undertone.
Once you discover your undertone, then it will become so much easier to pick a foundation. Foundations that are labeled as warm, cool, or neutral should guide you in the right direction.

2. Try it against the Jawline
Before you test the foundation, apply a small amount to your jaw area, not on the side of your hand or wrist. Since your neck may be different from your face, applying foundation by matching it to your jawline will make sure no color movement. Use a very small amount just to see what it does and blends. If it disappears into the skin, then it’s a good match.

3. Coverage Needed
Foundations have different types of coverage. There are light, medium, and full. Let’s go through it briefly:

Light coverage: Ideal for use when you prefer a natural flawless everyday look especially if you only have small to minor imperfections to cover.
Medium coverage: Ideal for someone who’s seeking just a little bit of coverage but still delivers a natural finish.
Full coverage: Ideal for those who need coverage of scars, blemishes, or uneven skin tones. Use this when you are going for special occasions or with flawless finish.

4. Consider Your Skin Type
Your skin type (oily, dry, combination) also determines the kind of foundation you need to put on:

If your skin is oily, then you should opt for a matte foundation that controls shine
For dry skin, you should go for a hydrating or dewy foundation to add moisture and glow.
If you have combination skin, then you should choose a foundation with suitable levels of both oil control and hydration.5. Test in Natural Light
Lighting can play tricks on how your foundation looks. What appeals great in stores under lighting can look quite different in natural light. After putting on the foundation, take it out or near a window to see if it really suits your skin tone.

Conclusion
Know your foundation base by understanding which shade, undertone, and kind of skin you have. Proper testing and attention to coverage and lighting will allow you to have that perfect, flawless, yet natural look. Happy foundation