IDENTIFYING : Know your Skin Color or Skin Tone
- Vianca Fernando
- Dec 24, 2023
- 2 min read
Knowing your skin type is a must if you want a beautiful and healthy skin. Identifying your skin type helps you choose suitable products and create a skin care routine that suits what you require. The primary skin types that need to be taken into consideration are normal, oily, combination, dry, acne-prone, and sensitive. It's possible that you're thinking how on earth you'll be able to tell the difference between all of these skin types! But don't be alarmed. Your skin type can be easily ascertained.
Identifying your skin color or tone can help you choose makeup products that complement your complexion. Here are some tips to help determine your skin tone:
Undertones: Skin tone is often categorized into three undertones: cool, warm, and neutral.
Cool Undertones: Look for hints of pink, red, or blue in your skin. Veins on your wrist may appear blue. Silver jewelry might complement your complexion better.
Warm Undertones: Skin might have yellow, peach, or golden hues. Veins on your wrist might appear greenish. Gold jewelry tends to look more flattering.
Neutral Undertones: You might see a mix of both cool and warm undertones, or your skin may appear more beige or natural. You may find both silver and gold jewelry complement your skin.
Natural Light Test: Examine your skin in natural light to get a true sense of its undertones. Indoors, artificial lighting can alter how your skin appears.
White vs. Off-White: Hold a piece of white fabric and an off-white fabric (like ivory) against your skin. The one that makes your face appear brighter or more vibrant might complement your undertone better.
Foundation Matching: When testing foundation shades, try a few on your jawline. The one that seems to disappear into your skin without looking too pink, too yellow, or too ashy is likely to be a good match.
Reaction to Sun Exposure: Pay attention to how your skin reacts to sun exposure. If you tend to burn easily and rarely tan, you might have cooler undertones. If you tan easily and rarely burn, you might lean towards warmer undertones.
Observing How Makeup Shades Look: Certain makeup shades can be telling. For example, some lipstick or clothing colors might make your complexion appear brighter and healthier, while others might wash you out.
Understanding your skin tone can be a great starting point in choosing makeup, clothing, and hair colors that flatter your natural features. It’s also worth noting that skin tone can sometimes change due to factors like sun exposure, so reevaluating periodically can be helpful, especially when picking new makeup shades.
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