Choosing the right base colour for your mineral makeup is essential for a natural look, which is why it’s important to test your skin tone.
With so many shades available it can definitely be overwhelming, however understanding your skin’s undertone and how to test for it makes all the difference.
Here’s a simple guide to help you to test your skin tone:
Step 1: Determine Your Undertone
Your undertone is the subtle hue beneath the surface of your skin and typically falls into one of these 3 categories:
- Cool tone: Skin has pink, red or blue undertones. Veins on your wrist appear blue or purple, and silver jewellery tends to complement you better.
- Warm: Skin has yellow, golden or peach undertones. Your veins may look greenish, and gold jewellery looks especially flattering.
- Neutral: A mix of both cool and warm undertones. Veins can appear blue-green, and both gold and silver jewellery look good on you.
Step 2: Test in Natural Light
Always test foundation shades on clean, moisturized skin in natural daylight instead of under artificial lighting, which can distort your skin colour. Apply a small amount of mineral foundation to your jawline or the side of your face. The best match will seamlessly blend into your skin without leaving a visible line anywhere.
Step 3: Let It Set
Mineral makeup can slightly adjust to your skin as it settles. Wait a few minutes after applying to see how the colour develops as this can make a difference. If it disappears into your skin without looking ashy or orange then this is a good sign you’ve likely found your match.
Final Tip
Note that your skin tone may shift slightly with the seasons. For example, it may be lighter in winter and deeper in summer. We recommend having a secondary shade for blending so that you can keep your look natural all year round.
