How do I know what foundation matches my skin?

The wrist test: Check the color of your veins. If they are purple or blue in color then you are cool. If they are green or olive in color, you are warm. But if you are unable to determine the dominant color, you are neutral.

What shade of foundation should I use?

The most important takeaway is that you want to pick a foundation shade that has the same undertones as your skin. Clinique uses the following descriptions in all foundation shade names: N for neutral (best for cool and warm undertones), P for pink (best for cool undertones) and G for golden (best for warm undertones).

How do I find my foundation online?

How To Find The Perfect Foundation Match Online

1. Know your skin concerns. Is your T-zone an oil slick by noon?
2. Identify your undertones. Identifying whether your skin is cool-, neutral-, or warm-toned is the key to making the perfect colour match.
3. Choose a coverage.
4. Customise your shade.
5. If in doubt, go lighter.
6. Google it.

How do I know my skin shade?

Look at the color of the veins on the inside of your wrist.

1. If you can’t tell if your veins are green or blue, you may have a neutral skin tone.
2. If your veins appear green, you have a warm skin tone.
3. If your veins appear blue or purple, you have a cool skin tone.

Is foundation bad for skin?

Here’s the truth: Should you choose to wear foundation, you’re not harming your skin and it’s likely you’re actually helping it. Foundation provides an additional physical barrier against the sun, pollution, and free radical damage. Of course, it’s important to use the right type of foundation for your skin.

What is skin type 4?

Fitzpatrick Skin Type IV People have dark hair and light Mediterranean olive-looking skin; beige with a light brown tint. They typically tan with ease and seldom get burned. Their risk to develop skin cancer is less than those with skin types I-III, but still present.