Choosing the right foundation requires understanding your undertone, which influences how the colour appears on your skin.
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Undertones remain steady over time, even when your skin tone varies due to tanning or fading.
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There are three main undertones: warm (yellow, golden, peachy), cool (pink, red, bluish), and neutral (a combination of the two).
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To determine your undertone, inspect your veins (green for warm, blue/purple for cool, or unclear for neutral) or use the jewellery test.
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The correct undertone allows foundation to mix effortlessly with your skin, whereas the incorrect one may make it appear washed out, too yellow, or ashy.
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If a foundation's undertone is off, use colour correctors: blue for too much yellow, yellow for too much pink, and orange for a grey or ashy tone.
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