how to find the best foundation for your skin

You’ve probably heard or seen the terms “pink”, “neutral” & “warm” when selecting shades of foundation. Both medium & dark still require protection from the effects of UV rays to prevent pigmentation & premature aging of the skin. Typically found in those of Southern European or Northern Asian background which have a higher level of melanin required to protect against UV rays.ĭark: Also referred to as ‘tan’, is much like medium skin tones that they tan easier when exposed to sun and are often from areas such as the Middle East, Asia & Africa where the skin had higher exposure to UV rays. Medium: Often referred to as ‘olive’ skin tone, is a well-balanced neutral tone that tans easier when exposed to the sun. If you are this skin tone you will find that it burns a lot easier when exposed to the skin and requires extra protection. Light: Light or fair skin tones tend to be more sensitive to sun exposure and their genetic background comes from a colder climate reign like Northern Europe where the skin didn’t require a high level of melanin to protect the skin from the sun. This is contributed by your genetic makeup & also the amount of time you spend exposed to UV rays.

Skin tone is usually broken down into 3 different categories Light, Medium & Dark, these are determined by the amount of pigment or melanin in your epidermis (outer layer of skin).

To avoid a makeup disaster, we will walk you through how you can determine your skin’s tone & undertone without the help of a skincare professional or makeup artist, sound tricky? Trust us, it’s easier than you think. The wrong shade of foundation, concealer or even blush or bronzer can make your skin look ashy or too orange, your makeup should blend seamlessly with your natural skin to avoid looking unnatural or even worse cakey.

The key to finding the right foundation shade and creating a flawless natural-looking complexion using makeup comes down to understanding your skin tone and determining your skin’s undertone.

How to find the best foundation for your skin