How to Find What Color Blush for Fair Skin

If you are fair skinned, finding just the right shade of blush can be a big challenge. Colors that are too dark can make you look washed out and too made up. However, colors that are too light or not in the right color family can make you look almost ill. This article will explore ways to make blush work with your fair skin instead of against it.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Blush
• Makeup brush

1. Figure out just how fair-skinned you are on a scale of 1 to 10. Albinos might be at a level 1. The best way to determine how fair you are is to go to a beauty counter at your local department store and ask them to rate you based on 1 to 10. They may even have a few suggestions for blush colors, but don't purchase just yet. Do take samples if they offer them.

2. Figure out if you have yellow or rose undertones to your skin. Get two sheets of paper, one a bright yellow or orange and the other a pink or rose color. Hold first one and then the other up to your face as you look in the mirror. For most people, one sheet will wash them out and the other will bring out their color. The sheet that brings out your color indicates your undertones. Pink or rose bring out your color? You have rose undertones and should stick with rose colored blushes. If the sheet that is yellow or orange brings out your color, then you likely have yellow undertones and may want to go with peaches and corals.

3. Purchase a large, fluffy makeup brush to apply your blush. Gather several shades that you think match your skin tone and undertones and try them out. It is best if you can see how they appear in bright, natural light or if you have an honest friend who will give you input.

Tips & Warnings

• Almost anyone can wear neutrals and browns, but be sure the color is not too dark for your fair skin.
• Cream and gel blushes blend easily and make skin look fresh and dewy. Consider these for summer wear.
• Make sure the store where you purchase your blush offers an exchange if you are not satisfied with the color. You may want to go to the Clinique or Este Lauder counter and allow the salesperson to match your color for you. You will likely be more satisfied. Once you find a color you like, you can always take it to a big box retailer and try to match it.