How to pick your shade
What’s my foundation undertone?
The secret to foundation that looks like skin — not a mask — is matching your undertone, the subtle hue beneath the surface of your skin. There are three: warm (golden/peachy), cool (pink/rosy) and neutral (a balance). Undertone stays the same even as your skin tans or lightens, which is why it matters more than “light” or “dark”. This finder reads a few easy signals to reveal yours, then tells you which shade family to shop.
This finds your undertone and shade family — not an exact match. Always swatch 2–3 shades on your jawline in natural daylight; the one that “disappears” is your foundation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I tell my undertone quickly?
Look at the veins on your inner wrist in daylight: greenish veins usually mean a warm undertone, blue or purple mean cool, and a mix means neutral. This quiz combines that with a few more signals for a confident answer.
What’s the difference between undertone and skin tone?
Skin tone is how light or deep your skin is (and it changes with sun). Undertone is the constant hue underneath — warm, cool or neutral — and it’s what decides whether a shade flatters you.
How do I choose the right depth (light/medium/deep)?
Match depth to your current skin: test shades along your jawline, blend, and check in daylight. Pick the one that vanishes into your skin, then confirm it works down your neck too.
Can my undertone be neutral?
Absolutely — neutral is common and flexible, meaning most “neutral/true” shades and even some warm or cool ones will work for you.
