Shade Matching & Undertones
Finding the right foundation shade depends on depth, undertone, and how the skin reads in different lighting. Small shifts in warmth or coolness can make a shade look off once blended.
How Do I Choose the Right Foundation So It’s Not Too Light or Too Dark?
Correct foundation depth is determined on the skin, in real light, after the formula has settled.
View moreHow Do You Match Foundation on Skin with Uneven Pigmentation?
Uneven skin tone requires anchoring to one true depth, not chasing every color shift.
View moreHow Do You Fix Foundation That Looks Yellow, Grey, or Orange on Deep Skin?
Deep melanin requires precise undertone alignment, not added warmth or depth.
View moreWhy Foundation “Oxidises” and How to Prevent It
When foundation darkens, shifts warmer, or changes tone after application, it’s usually one of two things: true oxidation (a reaction after exposure…
View moreTesting Foundation in Natural Light
Natural light reveals depth and undertone errors artificial lighting hides.
View moreHow Do You Mix and Adjust Foundation Shades for a Perfect Match?
Accurate foundation matching comes from adjusting undertone, depth, and balance—not guessing shades.
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