Free color tool

Skin Tone Finder

Answer six quick questions about your skin, and we will suggest your likely undertone, the shades that tend to flatter it, and the neutrals and metals that are easiest to wear.

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Skin tone questions

Question 1Which shade is closest to your skin?

Look at the inside of your wrist or your jawline in daylight. Choose the nearest match; it does not need to be exact.

    Undertones explained

    Depth is what you see. Undertone is what decides.

    Skin depth runs from fair to deep, and every depth comes in three undertones. Undertone is the subtle hue beneath the surface, and it usually matters more than depth when choosing colors.

    • Cool

      Pink, rosy or bluish hints. Veins often look blue or purple, and silver tends to look better than gold. Jewel tones and blue-based shades usually shine.

    • Warm

      Golden, peachy or yellow hints. Veins often look green, and gold tends to glow. Earthy, golden and yellow-based shades usually shine.

    • Neutral

      A balance of both, or hard to tell. Silver and gold both work. Softer, slightly muted shades from either side usually look natural.

    Before you start

    Get a clearer answer

    • Stand near a window in natural daylight. Indoor bulbs can make skin look warmer or cooler than it is.
    • Check bare skin without makeup, fake tan or a filter.
    • Look at the inside of your wrist and your jawline rather than sun-exposed areas.
    • If two answers seem true, choose “both” or “hard to tell”. That usually points to a neutral undertone.

    Questions

    Skin tone FAQ

    What is the difference between skin tone and undertone?

    Skin tone, or depth, is how light or deep your skin looks. Undertone is the subtle cool, warm or neutral hue underneath. Two people with the same depth can have different undertones.

    Why don’t you ask for a photo?

    Phone cameras and screen settings change skin color a lot, so photo results are often misleading. A few simple questions in daylight tend to give a more reliable starting point, and nothing leaves your device.

    Can my undertone change?

    Your undertone generally stays the same, even when a tan changes your depth. You may find that your best depth of color shifts slightly between summer and winter.

    Does “wear with care” mean I can’t wear those colors?

    No. It means those shades may need a little help. Wear them away from your face, for example as trousers, shoes or a bag, or pair them with one of your best colors near your face.