Say goodbye to guesswork and hello to a flawless base.

Choosing the right foundation shade shouldn't feel like a lucky dip. At Gorgeous Cosmetics, we believe your foundation should look like your skin, just smoother, glowier, and more even.

So how do the pros get it right every time? Let’s break it down.

1. Know your undertone

Your skin’s undertone is the subtle hue beneath the surface.

• Warm undertones lean golden, peachy, or yellow

• Cool undertones lean pink, red, or blue

• Neutral undertones are a mix of both

Pro tip: Look at the veins in your wrist: greenish veins = warm, bluish veins = cool.

2. Always test on your jawline

Swatching on your hand? Skip it. The skin on your face (especially around the jawline) is the best spot to test a true match. If you can't do that, then try the inside of your arm.

Your perfect shade should disappear into your skin with no obvious lines.

3. Choose your finish and formula

Prefer a polished, photo-ready look? Our Base Perfect Liquid Foundation is your go-to. Want something lighter or more portable? Try Powder Perfect Pressed Foundation.

Want both? Use powder to set and build extra coverage on top of liquid — pro artists do it all the time.

4. Still unsure? Use our Match Guide

We’ve created a handy shade-matching chart to help you pair your Base Perfect with the ideal Powder Perfect shade. You can view our Matching Foundation & Powder Chart here or email us for help.

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