I have noticed that many people do not choose the correct shade of foundation. It could be too light, too dark, too red, or just the incorrect color. I have posted 10 tips on helping you find the correct shade of foundation. Here we go....
Tip 1
Know your undertone. Undertone is the basis color of your skin. The most important undertones that most store brands offer are for neutral (brown) undertones, yellow, or red undertones.
Tip 2
Do not test foundation on your hand. You hand and your face are different in color. Due to sun exposure. Foundation should be tested on your jawline close to your ear. If when you rub it in and it disappears it is the correct shade.
Tip 3
Winter foundation and summer foundation are two different colors. Because we enjoy the sun and warmth in summer and tend to stay inside during winter you will be two different shades.
Tip 4
Test foundation using great lighting. Some try on foundation in dimly lit rooms and when they walk outside it's a horrible blend.
Tip 5
Do not over apply. Think about getting concealer if you have dark spots or blemishes you are trying to over up but do not over apply foundation.
Tip 6
Make sure you have a good skin care regimen. When applying foundation you want to make sure your skin is not dry and flaking. If so your foundation will not be well blended it will sit on top of the dry skin. Making it look worse.
Tip 7
Invest in a foundation brush. This will help you to apply foundation evenly and with less mess.
Tip 8
If you need minimum coverage purchase mineral foundations or even a tinted moisturizer. It blends in 75% better than a liquid or cream foundation. They also are more forgiving if you chose a slightly incorrect shade.
Tip 9
The color that you see in the bottle, tube, or compact is NOT the exact color that it will be on your face. The color are in a larger quantity in the package. You must remember you are only applying a small portage of the product
Tip 10
Have a professional to match your color. We have a trained I for this sort of thing. We are well versed in certain brands and we will be able to tell you honest opinion.
Most of the time Make-up counters offer make-up artist. If you are looking to purchase "drug-store" brands then contact me and I will be able to match you.
I hope that this helps if you have any other questions or concerns please do not hesitate to ask.
