The wrong foundation shade can make or break your entire look. Too light and you look washed out, too dark and it sits like a mask. Finding your perfect match doesn't have to be a struggle - here's our complete guide to getting that flawless, second-skin finish every time.

Understanding Your Undertone

Before picking a shade, you need to know your undertone. There are three types:

• Warm: Your veins appear greenish, gold jewellery suits you better. Look for shades with yellow, peachy, or golden undertones.
• Cool: Your veins look blue/purple, silver jewellery is your go-to. Pick shades with pink or rosy undertones.
• Neutral: A mix of both - you're lucky, most shades work for you!

Choosing the Right Formula

Oily skin? Go for our Oil Control Studio Fix Compact or Matte foundations. They control shine without caking.

Dry skin? Our Twilight Tube Foundation with its dewy glow formula will hydrate while giving medium-to-full coverage.

Combination skin? The Mousse Foundation is your best friend - lightweight, airy, and adapts to your skin.

Application Tips for a Flawless Base

Step 1: Always start with a primer. Our Twilight Mattifying Primer creates the perfect canvas.

Step 2: Apply foundation in dots - forehead, cheeks, nose, chin. Blend outward using a damp sponge or brush.

Step 3: Build coverage gradually. One thin layer first, then add more only where needed.

Step 4: Set with loose powder or a setting spray to lock everything in place.

The Jawline Test

Always swatch foundation on your jawline, not your hand. The right shade should disappear into your skin - if you can see a visible line, it's not the one. Test in natural daylight for the most accurate match.

Still confused? Browse our full Face collection - we have shades from White Ivory to Rich Nude, so everyone finds their match.