Color Matching Foundation: Step-by-Step Guide

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  • @kathleenaquino9586
    @kathleenaquino9586 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    Can every Sephora and Ulta and other department store beauty rep please watch this video?! Because of you, I have finally figured out that I am an Olive undertone and not warm! Everything that I kept getting recommended by Sephora employees have always turned out to be orange on me. You are a savior! This will be the only way I ever swatch for shades in the future, thank you!! ❤

    • @deathglitterr
      @deathglitterr 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Unfortunately, some brands like MAC and Estee Lauder lean a bit too heavy on the yellow/orange side in my opinion for all shades. So sometimes it’s not the employees fault. They’re just having to pick the closest one to your skin shade even though it’s not “perfect”

    • @MukbangMondays
      @MukbangMondays 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I think I’m the same!! I keep getting orange foundations… I think I’m either a cool or olive!!

    • @sophieminter0
      @sophieminter0 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Als probably because they are matching you inside their store, underneath artificial lights. Like I once got matched and came out of the mall with an orange face because of the horrible lighting in there lmao

  • @allietheparanormaladventurer
    @allietheparanormaladventurer ปีที่แล้ว +201

    Everyone even other TH-camrs need to see this. This is so great Nikki. I see so many women just picking popular shades and I don’t understand that. I never chose what I think will work. I also love the Haus labs and on her website you can purchase tester boxes with 3 shades. Find your shade for free and if you purchase the full size you are not charged. That is just amazing every brand should do that. My makeup application has really stepped up since o have followed your suggestions. No one knows better than a pro. You and Susan has improved my skin and makeup. The wonder duo. Lol. I’m sorry to hear about your loss and my thoughts are with you and your family.

    • @_Miss.Kitty.Cat_
      @_Miss.Kitty.Cat_ ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I live in UK, they don't offer the Discovery Set over here... 🇬🇧😭

    • @allietheparanormaladventurer
      @allietheparanormaladventurer ปีที่แล้ว

      @@_Miss.Kitty.Cat_ oh that's unfortunate

    • @laurielyons2284
      @laurielyons2284 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      How do I tell if a bronzer is cool, warm or neutral.

    • @PamelaH_HappyVibes
      @PamelaH_HappyVibes 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@laurielyons2284 - cool bronzers are pink or red undertones. Warm bronzers are yellow or light brown (think coffee with cream color.)

    • @Cashisthesender
      @Cashisthesender 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Watched many of your videos. This was by far the most helpful, thank you! I’ll let you know how it goes. 😊

  • @allie_graham
    @allie_graham 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    BABE, THANK YOU! I am a professional makeup artist, went through college for it, the whole 9 yards. And STILL. I have NEVER heard this explained even slightly as well as you. Bravo

  • @amypink2790
    @amypink2790 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +30

    Omg. Girl, thank you!!!! I am a hair colorist, and I love teaching the laws of hair colored to other people. I follow many beauty influencers, but none of them, in my opinion, have taught the “why” to make up. They have only taught the “how”. So I thank you and I appreciate you for making this video.

  • @rbaker368
    @rbaker368 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Very pleased that you talk about olive undertones! I'm in my 40's, and a light skinned, English/Irish background, and have never found a good shade match until i was recently colour matched by a Pat McGrath MUA, who immediately said "girl, you're an olive!" It was a game changer.

    • @navjeetnandra3029
      @navjeetnandra3029 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What a brand! Pat McGrath love love love!!

    • @HollyLuYa94
      @HollyLuYa94 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Light-Medium Olive here, and I've only ever found one Foundation brand that has the best olive-toned foundations. RCMA! They have a whole set dedicated to Olive tones. It's the only Foundation that matches me out of the other 20 I've gotten lol

  • @jamenne
    @jamenne ปีที่แล้ว +52

    Nikki, I thought this was an awesome and very informative video. I am 68yrs old and I have never heard it described so clearly, thank you so much for spending the time to do this for us. Love from an old soul.

  • @audreyso1201
    @audreyso1201 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Choosing foundation is certainly the hardest step of makeup, thank you for all this advice.

  • @dawnsturman4359
    @dawnsturman4359 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Thanks Nikki. Even though I am 63 years old and don’t wear much make-up, your tutorials have greatly helped me.

  • @kattsushi1392
    @kattsushi1392 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Thank you, Nikki! As a light medium olive, i’m so happy olive tones were also mentioned for a color matching video. Not many videos mention this so it’s so hard to get proper swatches and i end up just getting neutral shades. This is so helpful & detailed!

  • @Lighthouse1852
    @Lighthouse1852 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    For paler olives there's another option: Lisa Eldridge's foundation in 2.5, which is too green on me but would be a godsend for someone else. Light-to-light medium olives, take note of shades 9 and 9.5.
    I rarely find a good match. Usually there's a tradeoff either on depth or undertone. To me, a sheer foundation has more undertone flexibility and can work OK even if it's too deep. (But never go lighter than the skin or it will look gray.) A high coverage foundation should be well matched to the neck, even if the neck is different from the bare face. Wearing foundation on the neck is so messy that it's just an easier starting point.
    Some day I hope Ulta and Sephora will have a foundation color chart that will give us a list of the shades from every brand that match our self described undertone and texture, and let us compare a few by adding more filters ("most peachy?", "least saturated?").

  • @susancrosman
    @susancrosman ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Nikki I watch you all the time, I was recently diagnosed with ovarian cancer. I have lost my hair and I was not wearing alot of makeup, some blush eye shadow and brows, but now going bald this has helped me so much you have no idea. Everyone will now see my skin on my face instead of my blonde hair. You nailed this video and you always make me feel so good watching you. Plus Mitch is very easy on the eyes. LOL. Love you so much!!!

    • @bellag6223
      @bellag6223 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Prayers for speedy recovery 🙏🏾🌷

    • @adelavalladares
      @adelavalladares 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Love you and may God bless you!❤

  • @SassiegmainVegas
    @SassiegmainVegas 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Because of you I have been doing much better with my makeup application and how to use my brushes. I have old Bobbi Brown brushes and I really like them. You have made this 76 year old woman look better. Thanks so much for your great videos.

  • @lindadoney2703
    @lindadoney2703 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Oh girl, what an informative and fun tutorial. IMO, the right foundation is the most difficult makeup to shop. Thank you for explaining how to approach the product.

  • @barbaramiller7057
    @barbaramiller7057 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Nikki! I was in the beauty industry for years. This is one of the best informative and relatable instructions I have seen. Great job!! You are always such a pleasure to watch!! ❤❤

  • @cherylw.4920
    @cherylw.4920 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I have blue veins, but cool foundations turn grey on me. I watched a great video about eye color and skin tone. I have both cool and warm tones in my eyes, blue outer ring with yellow starburst. I look better in neutral. Estée Lauder in 3N1 is my favorite. This was so helpful. I’m going to go get weird at ulta!

    • @Thamazgha-tamurth-enegh
      @Thamazgha-tamurth-enegh 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm familiar with 3N1 from Estee Lauder but honestly that shade shouldnt be labeled as a neutral...that's a peachy undertonr that leans almost pink. I've tried that one years ago looked very pink on my skintone 3W1 Tawny was better but still not the best shade since they never have olive undertones for some strange reason. Well not really a problem for me anymorr since I'm boycotting everything related to Estee Lauder nowadays anyway. But seriously a peach is not neutral weird how these brands always like to label peach as a neutral meanwhile it's actually a warm undertone

    • @Thamazgha-tamurth-enegh
      @Thamazgha-tamurth-enegh 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm familiar with 3N1 from Estee Lauder but honestly that shade shouldnt be labeled as a neutral...that's a peachy undertonr that leans almost pink. I've tried that one years ago looked very pink on my skintone 3W1 Tawny was better but still not the best shade since they never have olive undertones for some strange reason. Well not really a problem for me anymorr since I'm boycotting everything related to Estee Lauder nowadays anyway. But seriously a peach is not neutral weird how these brands always like to label peach as a neutral meanwhile it's actually a warm undertone

    • @sb5969
      @sb5969 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Same and I'm a peachy/neutral/warm not cool. Never cool. I can make everything else work but cool looks deathly on me

  • @DexterMag-aso
    @DexterMag-aso 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Your step-by-step guide to color matching foundation is a true reflection of the meticulous details I learned from Lisa Haisha during her retreat in the Philippines. Just as you expertly blend tones, Lisa taught me the art of harmonizing life's elements. Both of you are my compass in creating a balanced and beautiful existence.

  • @skiergirl4753
    @skiergirl4753 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I so appreciate this video! I am an anomaly and it has been super hard to colour match me. I figured out a few years ago that I am cool-toned but I get a lot of push back from the people who help me as I have skin that tans easily so people automatically classify me as olive. I wear a ton of SPF but still pick up a bit of colour. I cannot tell you how many things I have returned. I rarely wear anything other than tinted moisturiser which makes it extra challenging as I can "cheat" with those. Thanks!!!!

  • @weportilloh
    @weportilloh ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Nikki, we’re skin tone twins! Thank you for this guide, I loved that you acknowledge that foundation might be a big investment thus encouraging to ask for samples, nothing wrong with that

  • @glendamccurdy6677
    @glendamccurdy6677 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This is amazing Nikki! I’m 52 and I’ve never experienced such an in-depth, easy to understand tutorial ❤ I just keep loving your videos more and more. I’d like a more in-depth tutorial on blush and lipstick colours that suit certain skin tones and undertones best. I know this is subjective but a general roundup would be so helpful eg I’m a light cool and I think that more nude and peachy blush/lipstick doesn’t look good on me but I’d love to wear them. Thanks Nikki ❤❤❤

  • @m.e.5
    @m.e.5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you Nikki for these tips-esp the ones that touch on cohesiveness and balance w the rest of our complexion.
    You’re one of few artists and creators who share a couple of these traits as me: two noticeably different eyes, and face not only 2-3 shades lighter than the body, but w different tone!
    It took me a decade or so to understand that despite the vein test, I’ve got a strong yellow olive undertone in my chest and face. It’s so difficult to find workable shades even now, being fair - light-medium. Since I didn’t give up and have trialed so many products. I can typically look and immediately tell if it’ll pass or not w exceptional accuracy!
    To anyone who’s challenged by your complexion, don’t give up. Makeup’s become so inclusive and accessible. Enjoy playing, learning, and trialing! Mastery comes from it.

  • @ohsolovelymrs
    @ohsolovelymrs ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I truly appreciate you talking about undertones and then external factors as well. I’ve never heard anyone talk about the external redness that can make you lean more neutral. When I wear pinker shades, it doesn’t look right as a whole so I tend to favor a more neutral shade. Thanks for such an awesome explanation!

  • @pappyone6062
    @pappyone6062 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This was so great Nikki! I don’t wear much foundation as I tend to just spot conceal any areas that need it on my more mature and pretty clear skin, but as a light medium olive gal (more neutral as very warm colors make me look sallow) I can attest to how hard matching is. I’m in my 50s and until recently in the last few years I had to mix my concealers or foundations to match my undertone. Then I found Dior backstage and the Dior forever line and what a difference! . For anyone out there that is olive but lighter you may have to mix a bit of lighter foundation, because The olive colors start at 2 warm olive. So at my lightest I will mix a bit of a light yellow corrector or even a more neutral lighter color or the 1 warm color in the same line, to lighten the 2 warm olive color. The 2 Warm olive It is such a good color! When I’m really tan 3Wo works great. And I mix 2WO and 3 WO as my tan is fading. I’ve tried all the “olive” lines at Sephora and the Dior I have found to be the most truly olive. I hope this helps anyone who is olive and hasn’t found their perfect match yet.

  • @RaelNikolaidis
    @RaelNikolaidis ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nikki, could you address “saturation “ in a video? My complexion ( span-asian, very pale, very desaturated) for example, makes it a challenge in choosing foundation, blush shades, even eyeshadow colors look brilliantly bright against my skin tone. Foundations look pep-to bismal pink, warm eyeshadow or blush looks fluorescent. I never see this issue addressed, except by Hannah Louise Poston. Anyway, great educational video, as always. ❤

  • @daisyluong1568
    @daisyluong1568 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hello, this is the best guide I’ve seen for selecting the right foundation. Very methodical, concise and logical!

  • @btw.imtony
    @btw.imtony ปีที่แล้ว +4

    FYI as a former Ulta Beauty Prestige Beauty Advisor, you can return any foundations back as well even if used! (Technically) As long as, you've used less than 50% of the product and you return it within 60 days for the same payment method you used to pay for it, anything after will only added as in-store credit! (Side note, you have to have an Ulta membership (it's free) or a receipt to return it though so you have proof of the purchase of course!)

  • @janineapiado2205
    @janineapiado2205 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’ve watched so many videos on color matching, but this is the BEST explanation. I color matched myself in ulta and the associate agreed with my choice and it was spot on!! I was so proud of myself. Thanks, Nikki!!

  • @Ryanneey
    @Ryanneey ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Wow! This was so helpful. I always thought I was cool toned because of roscea. After doing the vein test I noticed I have blue, purple and green. I must be neutral. I would never have guessed that. You learn something new everyday 😊

  • @Christina-CA
    @Christina-CA 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much Nikki, this was the absolute best lesson on how to pick the perfect foundation shade - you are an exceptional teacher and I appreciate all the tips and information you share with us

  • @agneskraiss5789
    @agneskraiss5789 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This was BRILLIANT. Thank you so much for not just being detailed and in depth, but showing us what to do. I feel like there aren't many beauty content creators who have been as both informational and practical as you have been in this video - thank you so much for this!❤

  • @lizmillner414
    @lizmillner414 ปีที่แล้ว

    I cannot express how grateful I am that you are a 1. Wonderful TH-camr. 2. Beautiful person. 3. Best at how-to. 4. Need I go on? Thank you Nikki for your time and effort put into all you do for your viewers! IMO..you are the BEST.

  • @dianaweatherford5005
    @dianaweatherford5005 ปีที่แล้ว +163

    Ugh, I am more confused that ever! I just don't see color the way you do. I thought that light pinky shade disappeared into your skin, and that olive green matched your tanner neck. You kept saying "it obviously doesn't match" but it's not obvious to me.😢 I need professional help, apparently.

    • @KatieCochran
      @KatieCochran 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +33

      Hard agree. Her tan (whether or not it was fake) didn’t match well with her face. She chose a foundation that matched her tan, but if she wasn’t tan, she’d have a cool undertone. She looks naturally rosey, perhaps a light to medium rosey color. Maybe she has more yellow in her when she is tan, but this girl isn’t olive. Sure she had some green around her mouth area for example, but everyone had tone variations in certain places. You’re seeing color just right, the woman in the video is not.

    • @fanpantastic711
      @fanpantastic711 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

      ⁠@@KatieCochranshe literally says the pink is due to external factors. We should all be matching our foundation to our neck.

    • @KatieCochran
      @KatieCochran 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

      @@fanpantastic711 😂 Firstly, I know that. Secondly, that isn’t surface redness. That’s her actual skin tone. Redness is patchy, her’s is uniform because she is a true cool tone. Look over her face. And thirdly, necks are often unreliable. For example, mine is a golden yellow, but it’s *always* been like that. My neck does NOT match my face or body, and I’m not diabetic (I was tested several times). You want something reliable? Use a part of your skin that isn’t doused in self-tanner. Her face is her true match. The foundations she uses are too warm for her. She isn’t what she says she is. 😂 I’ve been doing makeup longer than she has, and it doesn’t take that much of a trained eye to figure that out. 🤷🏻‍♀️👋

    • @caraRd203
      @caraRd203 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      I thought so to on the 2nd color the pink one. And I'm a makeup wh*re I've been doing g heavy makeup since 8th grade, I get it with the match but the pink looked good, maybe in a snap??

    • @dawnschewaga9478
      @dawnschewaga9478 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      I am very confused as well. I really couldn’t see the neck perfectly but I still would have went pink

  • @IngerJDenny
    @IngerJDenny 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was an incredible and much needed training on picking the right foundation shade. I so wish I had seen this yesterday before going to Ulta. One of the ladies helped match me for a foundation shade. When I tried it on today, using this method- I was a far cry from what I should be wearing.
    Nikki you are such a tremendous teacher. Thank you for sharing your talents with us.

  • @Nothereforgames
    @Nothereforgames ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Such great tips as always! Love the use of 4 colours to compare, really helps you see the differences in undertone

  • @Wilwilani
    @Wilwilani 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Sephora should fix their lighting and offer a natural light section. Seeing how this is a makeup franchise, this is a huge miss.

  • @edwina9473
    @edwina9473 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Happy Saturday, Nikki! It's like you were reading my mind and knew that I was hoping you would do a video on shade matching! This was easy to follow and super helpful. You have really helped me love makeup again, which I think I have told you in other comments. I stopped wearing makeup for years. Not to trauma dump, but I had gone through a major depression for years and just did not care to wear makeup or anything like that. I'm starting to get back into it again, I really missed it. You and the Welsh Twins have helped me tiptoe back into makeup and skincare again! Thank you so much!

    • @AnyaAnnika67
      @AnyaAnnika67 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ah ditto lovely I have bipolar disorder so I can somewhat relate. Jeez even getting in the shower was a chore never-mind makeup it's so nice to actually start caring about my well-being again. I treated myself to the Rephr brushes on offer to get me motivated again. I hope you're feeling better 😊❤

    • @edwina9473
      @edwina9473 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AnyaAnnika67 How are those brushes working out for you? I need to get some better brushes! I am feeling a lot better than I was. I can totally relate to struggling to want to get into the shower some days, hell I sometimes didn't want to get out of bed. Things are starting to get much much better. I'm taking much better care of myself now. Have a great weekend!! 🥰

  • @jennlife
    @jennlife ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Finally somebody showed the correct way to choose a shade. Most of the of the time others gloss over it and just say cool,warm, neutral okay let's go. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I cannot thank you enough. Also great brushes,got mine when they launched.

    • @Makeupbynikkilarose
      @Makeupbynikkilarose  ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome! I’m so happy you found this helpful. Also thank you so much for purchasing my brushes. I know you will love them!!

  • @Proggiesful
    @Proggiesful 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Watching this last night, I have finally learned how to match my foundation! The key is to let it dry! No one has told me this. Even the brand reps at stores would match it wet! Thank you 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

  • @rlnstn9300
    @rlnstn9300 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Nikki can you please do a video on how to choose the right shade of under eye concealer for your complexion?? I feel so lost when it comes to picking the right concealer shade. Thank you in advance if you either choose to do a segment or entire video on this topic.

    • @KelliLaineLewis
      @KelliLaineLewis 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Of allll the video you've done...this is the one I needed the most!! I stopped wearing make up after my teen daughter vision in one due to glaucoma. I was working on Kelli's youtube & short video caught my one eye (lol) & it done by your friend Lisa J. RE: the cream eyeshadow sticks & I felt hope that I could do that!! Plus I found you!! YaY. I have to order online for now until my eye Dr tells the DMV I can drive...just not at night. I love Jane Iredale products but have been stuck for two weeks b/c I couldn't get pass the undertone question! I just knew you would a video on this!!

  • @gannamorgachova7807
    @gannamorgachova7807 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It's not simply helpful, it's SUPER helpful! I'm now going to look if you have anything on how to apply bronzer correctly. Thank you Nikki!

  • @cosmicgirlworld
    @cosmicgirlworld ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You’re such a great educator! This was explained so well and through, v helpful

  • @carolyne.3542
    @carolyne.3542 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    This is so helpful! FYI, Haus Labs will send a sample set of 3 shades to test for shade matches. There is a cost if you don’t purchase a foundation from them so read the fine print but I found it super helpful!

    • @allietheparanormaladventurer
      @allietheparanormaladventurer ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Is that Haus labs thing just amazing. I love it. I received mine a few days ago and finally found my correct shade. I had to gift the one a purchased a few months back. But now I finally found the right one. Yay!!

    • @carolyne.3542
      @carolyne.3542 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@allietheparanormaladventurer it is! I always have a hard time with getting my shade match right and this let me test the swatches for a while and see them in different lighting. I wish more brands would do this, hopefully they will take notice. 🤞🏼

    • @allietheparanormaladventurer
      @allietheparanormaladventurer ปีที่แล้ว

      @@carolyne.3542 so do I. Sometimes I wonder if they don’t because of money. Idk

    • @daisiesandpandas1218
      @daisiesandpandas1218 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Lisa Eldridge does this too, except you can add any full priced product to get a free sample cards, and you get 4 shades. The cards are £2 otherwise

    • @carolyne.3542
      @carolyne.3542 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@daisiesandpandas1218 I finally was able to get the Vega palette and I requested a foundation sample card, hope it will suit me because I hear excellent things about her foundation.

  • @raideroftombs
    @raideroftombs 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have watched several videos on TH-cam, had color matching done at Sephora, and even went to Nordstrom and MAC stores, but no one has ever taught me how to color match like Nikki! This is very informative. SUBSCRIBED!

  • @Yorkiemom315
    @Yorkiemom315 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am so glad I found you. I am 75 and still love makeup. I am olive toned and found out I am neutral. I gave away so many foundations that just were not the right color.

  • @meagenb4968
    @meagenb4968 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you SO much for this. I did know about the neck swatch but your information was so much MORE conclusive. AND I had NO idea about the returns. I have thrown out or given away more foundation, thinking I could NOT return it! WOW! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! 🙂

  • @bethshoults346
    @bethshoults346 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is a fantastic video Nikki. You are amazing at sharing your knowledge. Well done! 🤟

  • @aoyhan5757
    @aoyhan5757 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey nikki hope youre doing ok today. One day at a time.
    Absolutely loved this video. So so helpful. Ive always done a light medium neutral or just light neutral & have gotten so lucky. Ive bought about 15 foundations online & have matched perfectly or close enough. I only returned 2 of them! I do everything online. Ive been in sephora once since i bought everything. Next time im at Sephora I'm going to get a true match. Thatll be today! Its right nextdoor to my other appointment. I'd be very upset if im wrong. I think ive done well. I just remembered that a Sephora girl has deemed me light neutral. I bumped it up to light medium due to self tanner. Thank you so much for this easy to understand video. You're the best teacher!! So kind & beautiful! Stay strong. We miss you, but understand. We'll be waiting patiently. Much love to you and Mitch! ❤❤

  • @oargurl
    @oargurl 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love the tip about letting the swatches dry down… that now seems very obvious but I am now wondering how many wrong foundations I have bought over the years not doing this! Any tips on selecting the types of foundation initially oil-free, SPF or not etc? I am 39 with some prior scarring, textured skin, redness and hyperpigmentation. There are too many options!!

  • @shelbimoon2
    @shelbimoon2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is the video of my dreams! It’s something I’ve always wanted and NEEDED! Thank you, Nikki💕 Color matching has always been a struggle for me. I love this video, so helpful!

  • @pattygutierrez2090
    @pattygutierrez2090 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    OMG this was the best tutorial on shade matching I have found!! Thank you so much! I can't wait to go to the store and get samples to do shade matching.

  • @donnalaney8616
    @donnalaney8616 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for breaking this down Nikki. As a cool tone woman I'm so appreciative

  • @laurabryannan
    @laurabryannan 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Finally, an easy and workable method to determine one's skin tone! I've struggled because even though I've finally determined (because of your video) that I have warm-toned skin, I need cool-toned/winter colors next to my face to be most flattering. This made me wonder if I really have neutral skin. Thank you so much for helping me solve this mystery.

  • @reneeburns9930
    @reneeburns9930 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Does this warm/neutral/cool system apply to concealer and bronzer as well??Thank you so, so much for this! Out of the many shade marching videos I’ve seen, this is the best.

  • @ktypnts
    @ktypnts 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nikki. you are a wealth of well delivered information. At my half century mark, dipping a toe into makeup for the first time, you are calming my nerves and helping me choose where to start and what to avoid. I hope to set foot in a Sephora in the near future and not feel completely lost. Grateful. Thank you.

  • @lifeofash425
    @lifeofash425 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Oh! Will definitely watch this! I'm like should I color match with my face, neck or chest... cos they are all different tones 🤦

  • @felicityestrin9289
    @felicityestrin9289 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was SO HELPFUL. Thank you! I have determined that I'm a light medium warm skin tone (with, I'm pretty sure, no olive), but one thing I don't understand is why lip colours with too much mauve make me look ill, and similarly mauve-y blushers look like a bruise. I've read in so many places that my skin tone should be able to pull off mauve-y berry tones. Also, why does the latte look look so washed out on me?
    Also, do you choose concealer the same way as you do foundation--an exact a match as possible?
    Otherwise, I'd love to see a similar guide to choosing a blush, and also a rank beginner's guide to choosing and applying bronzer. I can't keep track of all the places people put it!

  • @ghadeeral888
    @ghadeeral888 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nikki these videos are so precious I appreciate ur hard work these r just good as high paying master classes ❤

  • @terryblevins2516
    @terryblevins2516 ปีที่แล้ว

    THANK YOU!!! I have been wondering what to do!!! I have to say out of ALL the makeup ladies I watch I have learned the MOST from you!! Thanks again!!! Awesome!!!

  • @kerrydyer7155
    @kerrydyer7155 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thankyou. This is probably the most important video any woman wearing makeup should watch.

  • @kristenwilson9845
    @kristenwilson9845 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is so straightforward, plain spoken , and easy to follow & understand- incredibly helpful. Thanks for yet another fantastic video!

  • @nancyk8153
    @nancyk8153 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank god!!!! finally a detailed video about matching foundation

  • @vhayek68
    @vhayek68 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Nikki-very helpful. Been wanting to try the Armani and now I know the tone and color to start with! Perfect timing!
    Please do a L’Oréal true match one-or list your color and tone?

  • @michellesanchez741
    @michellesanchez741 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’ve always been a C3 at MAC . I have blue veins meaning cool tones but it’s not true when I try other brands……..now it makes sense. Thank you Nikki you’re amazing.

  • @Kimmie546
    @Kimmie546 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nikki!!!! This was so very comprehensive!!!! Thank you so much!

  • @amandabreeden2631
    @amandabreeden2631 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I loved this video. I think I'm neutral undertone. I have blue and green veins. I have rosacea also. I'm in the light category. I use Light 4 in my Nars light reflecting foundation. I have 1N2 in Estee Lauder double wear. I do want to reswatch all my foundation now to make sure it works. Thank you for this helpful information.

  • @maureenturk8578
    @maureenturk8578 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Let me just say, you are good Nikki! 👏 I know I’m light-med with neutral undertones because the vein colors on my inner arms are so prominent. Learned it years ago but never realized what a pronounced difference the wrong shade can make. It’s incredibly noticeable in outdoor pictures if you screw this up. I would also highly encourage ladies to ask for help. Trained reps at Sephora know how to do this. When they swatch your lower face and you both see how the color just blends in, it’s a high-five moment for both of you!

  • @cmadona
    @cmadona 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I used your test today at Sephora and I learned we use the same shade in Armani. thank you for the informative and easy to follow video! Could you tell me what you are wearing on your lips?

  • @JenniferJones-kj3gi
    @JenniferJones-kj3gi ปีที่แล้ว

    Hands down the most informative and helpful foundation matching tutorial! I'm very appreciative for this!!!

  • @Sunshinysky432
    @Sunshinysky432 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Nikki La Rose,
    How did you know? I’ve been going through this painful process for a month!! Just went to Sephora for the umpteenth time today. Came home with another sample, I hope is the last! I’m 63, (feel like 33) inherited beautiful smooth skin although very dry and only a few tiny lines around my eyes. I’m light/medium warm. I do have a hint of olive. I bought Armani luminous silk 4 light golden. Omg I looked like a Geisha girl. I have lived in Florida for 30 years and my body is very golden. Medium tan. So imagine that almost white looking starkness on my face. Not a pretty look. Yes, my face is lighter so I will have to blend with neck. My sample is the Armani 5.75 L/Med golden,will try tommorow because they only gave me a teeny dot, enough barely for one application! 😂 After I have spent hundreds! On to another brand if it doesn’t work. Ugh! The joys of aging.
    You are a beautiful adorable young lady and talented artist! I have learned so much from you. Thank you, for all the amazing videos you share with us! Can you come to my house?😂
    Much love❤

  • @VictoriaLaRocque
    @VictoriaLaRocque 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just the other day couldnt find my shade and decided to go with MAC, and was shocked that for what I started to decide is warm undertone, is only matching NCs in MAC. Now it explains it all. Thank you!

  • @anitam1487
    @anitam1487 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video!!! Best I’ve heard on shade matching❤

  • @joannecava2418
    @joannecava2418 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was the BEST explanation of undertones - thank you

  • @angyeliz
    @angyeliz ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So much wonderful information provided. Thank you!!

  • @LabradorLover97
    @LabradorLover97 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This video is amazing! So thorough and helpful. THANK YOU!

  • @annec6200
    @annec6200 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    OMG, the video I was waiting for FOREVER!!! Brilliantly explained. Merci Nikki❣️(Why 🤷🏼‍♀️did those companies did the opposite of what you’ve should beautifully explain? It’s down right mean 🤦🏼‍♀️.)

  • @chihaibe69
    @chihaibe69 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this video SERIOUSLY

  • @KimmyKat623
    @KimmyKat623 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good Morning Nikki ☀️ Love this!

  • @HeatherFonseca
    @HeatherFonseca ปีที่แล้ว

    The light is so important! My bathroom has a yellow light that makes foundation look both warmer and lighter than it is. Also if you wear tinted SPF on your face it can throw off The foundation match as well. Great video thank you!.

  • @AC-ux3fv
    @AC-ux3fv ปีที่แล้ว

    Nikki darling ❤ thank you for another wonderful and important video. I used to wear foundation mainly because after using hydroquinone (6%) it burned my skin leaving me with hyperpigmentation all over my face. I was devastated. I tried many high end foundations but because of the hyperpigmentation it was hard to match me. It was awful. After dealing with hyperpigmentation for 13 years and still working on some patches I enjoy wearing tinted moisturizer better. Anyway thank you.. 💗

  • @HollyLuYa94
    @HollyLuYa94 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    As someone with light-medium Olive skin tone, I've learned a whole lot about color theory, undertones, and matching foundations to skin. Mainly because I've gone most of my life struggling to find a single damn foundation that matched my skin! 😂 Thank God the foundations of today have stepped up their game when it comes to shades and undertones. IMO, RCMA Liquid Foundation is by far the best foundation I have found that's perfect for light Olive skin. They really have a nice selection of shades with multiple undertones.

  • @viktoriasugar2571
    @viktoriasugar2571 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for this video, it is very helpful! Could you please tell me which brush did you use when you put the right foundation on?

  • @SongOfTheMoon-3SW
    @SongOfTheMoon-3SW ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this very informative & detailed Video Nikki! Always a pleasure to watch you demonstrate! And I’ve finally gotten used to you talking fast 😍!

  • @cjinpa5713
    @cjinpa5713 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Oh so good to know about the returns!! I really wanted to try some of things I recently bought at the drug store so now that I know I can return it that’s HUGE!!

  • @aia1229
    @aia1229 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much, Nikki! This is exactly the information I was looking for. Fantastic content on your channel.

  • @YayaBolender
    @YayaBolender ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow! Best video ever! I know some people doing makeup videos on TH-cam and who are not makeup artists, who urgently need to watch this video. Maybe because they are not in the day light, they see their complexion wrong.
    This matter has always been a nightmare for me, this is probably why I almost never wear foundation.

  • @patsyroyal
    @patsyroyal ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I find it harder to match foundations as I get older (in my 50s) because of the sun damage etc from the years. Also, my skin is much more splotchy than it used to be. The Georgia Armani is definitely my recent favorite. I had an easier time matching it. I'm scared to try the Haus Labs one because the shades are so confusing to me.

  • @RainyJae_
    @RainyJae_ 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was the most detailed and helpful shade matching video I’ve ever seen, also I’m so glad you said something about haus labs shades! I was shopping online and I’m neutral leaning warm skin toned and the neutral warm tones were looking pink and I thought I was going crazy 😅

  • @natashawininger2702
    @natashawininger2702 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you thsnk you!!!! Finally someone explaines in detail about undertones. Thank you so much!!

  • @kimberlychapas4824
    @kimberlychapas4824 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was the most helpful video on choosing foundation shades, that I’ve ever seen! Thank you for this!

  • @alexiscormier7225
    @alexiscormier7225 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    you are AMAZING! thank you for all your videos

  • @stacywolfe2911
    @stacywolfe2911 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely love these types of videos Nikki! So helpful and informative for everyone. ❤

  • @mary66714
    @mary66714 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you Nikki, for the great tips your absolutely right it’s very difficult to find the right, make up shade.

  • @cs-yq5ed
    @cs-yq5ed ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful information. Foundation matching is SO difficult, especially because of the HUGE discrepancy in how makeup brands handle their shade names. Everything always seems so yellow, even when I select a shade that is marked "Cool" or "Pink" undertones. Thank you!!!

  • @mariabenedum9211
    @mariabenedum9211 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I really enjoyed this video and yes I understand better now how to choose. I do have a question: I’m light to medium cool but I also have areas that are olive. Stick to just cool? Or go neutral?

  • @juliepanebianco846
    @juliepanebianco846 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was a very good tutorial. After all these years I finally understand undertones

  • @laraffinee
    @laraffinee 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    PLEASE DO A TUTORIAL ON PALE TO LIGHT OLIVE SKIN TONES - IT IS HARD TO GET A GOOD MATCH.

  • @amandatrejo9754
    @amandatrejo9754 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ahh Nikki thank you so much for your tips on this video and the drugstore foundation video! I found the BEST foundation match I’ve ever used with your guidance and learn so much from your content!! ❤️

  • @al_lee123
    @al_lee123 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Nikki! When looking at your veins, is it best to look at the inside of your wrist close to your hand or on the forearm or inner upper arm? I've always been SO confused by this. Please help! Tysm for this video 🤍

  • @happywife-e7g
    @happywife-e7g ปีที่แล้ว

    You are such a tremendous wealth of knowledge, help and talent!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!! ❤

  • @jlee.makeup
    @jlee.makeup ปีที่แล้ว

    Your tips are so helpful! I’ve been watching your channel for years💕would love to see your suggestions for a beginner makeup kit! What products are worth splurging on, what products are just as good to get drugstore/amazon?

  • @bethmelugin5588
    @bethmelugin5588 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great lesson. Good job editing Mitch!