Foundation is the cosmetic base you use to cover blemishes and even out your complexion so that you have a uniform surface on which to apply the rest of your makeup.

Using the right shade is very important, because the wrong foundation can look obvious and unnatural, and it won’t create the proper canvas for the rest of your cosmetics.

Here are a few factors to consider when selecting a foundation shade, including skin type, skin tone, and complexion.

A good trick for finding the right shade of foundation is to match it to your chest.

You can also test a colour on the back of your hand and then walk outside if you don’t trust the store lighting.

Then, walk outside if you don’t trust the store lighting.

Leave it on for a few minutes to see how it changes as it is absorbed into your skin.

Also, don’t be afraid to mix colours.