To find
a foundation that works for you, you need to make sure to buy one that best matches
your skin tone. To get that just-right shade, here are some suggestions:
Test the color. Place the foundation along your jawline, not on your hand like you might have been told in the past because your hand may yield a different color than your face. If the color blends seamlessly, it’s a winner!
Get samples. If possible, take
home samples to try out in a few shades that appear to closely match your skin
tone. (Cosmetic counters in department stores will often offer a variety of
samples for you to take home and test).
Mix shades. Sometimes you may find that you need
to mix two shades in order to create on that best matches your skin tone.
Step into the sun. See yourself with
the foundation on in natural light to make sure it’s the right shade. It’s also
a good idea to apply your foundation next to window that lets in natural light
for that same reason.
Adjust the shade. The shade of
foundation you choose may alter every few months based on the season and your
daily exposure to sunlight so buy according to the season.
Lastly, we always recommend applying your foundation with
the proper brush such as the F80 (best-seller!), F82
or F60.
What are your
go-to tips for finding the perfect foundation shade?
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I don't use foundation :O
ReplyDeletelife is pink♥mfashionfreak
thanks !
ReplyDeleteThanks for reading! :)
DeleteI try to match my foundation to the middle of my chest area. I like to blend my foundation down to match my chest so I don't look like I have a white face. My face always tends to be lighter than my neck and chest. Thanks for the tip!
ReplyDeleteGood idea, Nena! Thanks for stopping by our beauty blog! :)
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ReplyDeleteWell, I have a similar tip as nena and this post. My face is cool tone.. Firstly, I am looking forward yellowish foundation because it would reduce reddish on my face. Secondly, I picked three different shades then lastly put on the neck. The neck is directly connect with the face, it helps find what is perfect foundation color for me so doesn’t look get too dark or too bright :)
ReplyDeleteThat's a good idea to get the exact shade you're after! :)
DeleteI usually mix the lighter and darker shade to get an exact match...:) also try applying the foundation on ur jawline and blend it to see if its an exact match...if wrong shade of foundation is used..you will end up dressing like a clown...Choosing the right shade is thus important...
ReplyDeleteYes, making sure the foundation color blends with your skin is key to a perfect match!
Deletegreat tips! loved it :D
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ana! We're glad you liked this post! :)
Deletenice tips for me :)
ReplyDeleteGreat tip Sigma!
ReplyDeleteMy face has pink undertones and the rest of my neck and chest is quite warm. I've had experiences in the past where makeup artists match the foundation to my cheeks, which looks okay in stores but when I stepped into the sunlight my face look so red compared to the rest of me. I really do find that matching the color to the lower part of my neck works best!
I'm loving foundation with sigma brushes! so i'm waiting for my F82 :)) Loves!
ReplyDeleteThe F82 is a great foundation brush! :)
DeleteOh, yeah, the foundation, source of so many problems for me. The biggest is that i have to reach deep into my purse to find a light enough for my stupid white skin and i don't even tan but burn so it's impossible for me to get some color...
ReplyDeleteMuito bom o post!
ReplyDeleteÉ muito difícil encontrar uma base no tom exato de nossa pele, porém é extremamente importante para uma preparação de pele perfeita...
Gostei muito das dicas!!
Bjus
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