Soft pink, tawny and beige tones work best for alabaster complexions. L.A. makeup artist Tasha Reiko Brown-Jovel, who has worked with Evan Rachel Wood and Brittany Snow, says to avoid orangey reds and frosty finishes-"they can make skin look sallow and washed out."
1. FOUNDATION: Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk in No. 2. This barely there buff gives pale skin a fresh sheen. $58; buy online now at giorgioarmanibeauty.com.
2. CONCEALER: Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat in No. 1. Its light-reflecting pigments banish dark circles without looking obvious. $40; buy online now at yslbeautyus.com.
1. EYE SHADOW: Stila in Kitten. A glimmering champagne just dark enough to create eye-opening contour. $18; buy online now at stilacosmetics.com.
2. BLUSH: Benefit in Ballerina-Pink. For the most delicate flush, swirl on this soft petal hue. $28; buy online now at benefitcosmetics.com.
1. LIP LINER: MAC in Subculture. This creamy neutral shade defines lips without looking cartoonish. $13; buy online now at maccosmetics.com.
2. LIPSTICK: Yves Saint Laurent in Venus Rose. A sheer take on bright pink gives lips that just-bitten look. $30; buy online now at yslbeautyus.com.
3. LIP GLOSS: Estee Lauder in Honey Glaze. Bestows a subtle,toffee-colored shine without being sticky. $18; buy online now at esteelauder.com.
1. FOUNDATION: Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk in No. 4. Golden yellow undertones dress skin in a smooth, flattering glow. $58; buy online now at giorgioarmanibeauty.com.
2. CONCEALER: Cle de Peau Beaute in Beige. One tiny dot counteracts bluish shadows and red spots. $70; buy online now at neimanmarcus.com.
2. BLUSH: Nars in Orgasm. Peachy pink with a dusting of gold, it delivers a feminine sun-kissed flush. $25; buy online now at narscosmetics.com.
2. LIPSTICK: Givenchy in Beige Shine. A swipe of this creamy peach gives lips a polished look with just a hint of color. $27; buy online now at sephora.com.
3. LIP GLOSS: Nars in Chelsea Girls. This earthy nude is not too pink or too brown-the perfect partner for a dramatic eye. $24; buy online now at narscosmetics.com.
1. FOUNDATION: Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk in No. 8. Evens out skin and imparts radiance without a trace of muddy brown or orange. $58; buy online now at giorgioarmanibeauty.com.
2. CONCEALER: Cle de Peau Beaute in Ocher. A yellowy beige that's slightly lighter than your skin can tackle undereye shadows. $70; buy online now at neimanmarcus.com.
2. BLUSH: Kevyn Aucoin in Tansoleil. A swoosh of vibrant pink from your apples to your cheekbones gives pretty definition. $24; buy online now at kevynaucoin.com.
2. LIPSTICK: Clinique in Black Honey. An ultra-sheer berry gives just the right amount of vampy drama for day or night. $14; buy online now at clinique.com.
3. LIP GLOSS: Nars in Turkish Delight. To really make lips pop, slick on this white-based pink. $24; buy online now at narscosmetics.com.
1. FOUNDATION: Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk in No. 11. A warm chocolate-colored base with just enough red to counteract ashiness. $58; buy online now at giorgioarmanibeauty.com.
2. CONCEALER: Bobbi Brown in Chestnut. This extra-hydrating cream won't make skin look dull. $22; buy online now at bobbibrowncosmetics.com.
2. BLUSH: MAC in Raizin. Deep burgundy undertones give dark skin an alluring glow. $18; buy online now at maccosmetics.com.
2. LIPSTICK: Lancome in Brick House. Most reds tend to look pink on dark skin; this chocolate-cherry hue won't. $25; buy online now at lancome-usa.com.
3. LIP GLOSS: Chanel in Bubble Plum. A pigment-packed violet gloss that delivers a beautiful punch of color. $27; buy online now at uma.chanel.com.
Fair: Skin
Soft pink, tawny and beige tones work best for alabaster complexions. L.A. makeup artist Tasha Reiko Brown-Jovel, who has worked with Evan Rachel Wood and Brittany Snow, says to avoid orangey reds and frosty finishes-"they can make skin look sallow and washed out."
1. FOUNDATION: Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk in No. 2. This barely there buff gives pale skin a fresh sheen. $58; buy online now at giorgioarmanibeauty.com.
2. CONCEALER: Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat in No. 1. Its light-reflecting pigments banish dark circles without looking obvious. $40; buy online now at yslbeautyus.com.
Fair: Eyes and Cheeks
1. EYE SHADOW: Stila in Kitten. A glimmering champagne just dark enough to create eye-opening contour. $18; buy online now at stilacosmetics.com.
2. BLUSH: Benefit in Ballerina-Pink. For the most delicate flush, swirl on this soft petal hue. $28; buy online now at benefitcosmetics.com.
Fair: Lips
1. LIP LINER: MAC in Subculture. This creamy neutral shade defines lips without looking cartoonish. $13; buy online now at maccosmetics.com.
2. LIPSTICK: Yves Saint Laurent in Venus Rose. A sheer take on bright pink gives lips that just-bitten look. $30; buy online now at yslbeautyus.com.
3. LIP GLOSS: Estee Lauder in Honey Glaze. Bestows a subtle,toffee-colored shine without being sticky. $18; buy online now at esteelauder.com.
Medium-Fair: Skin
1. FOUNDATION: Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk in No. 4. Golden yellow undertones dress skin in a smooth, flattering glow. $58; buy online now at giorgioarmanibeauty.com.
2. CONCEALER: Cle de Peau Beaute in Beige. One tiny dot counteracts bluish shadows and red spots. $70; buy online now at neimanmarcus.com.
Medium-Fair: Eyes and Cheeks
2. BLUSH: Nars in Orgasm. Peachy pink with a dusting of gold, it delivers a feminine sun-kissed flush. $25; buy online now at narscosmetics.com.
Medium-Fair: Lips
2. LIPSTICK: Givenchy in Beige Shine. A swipe of this creamy peach gives lips a polished look with just a hint of color. $27; buy online now at sephora.com.
3. LIP GLOSS: Nars in Chelsea Girls. This earthy nude is not too pink or too brown-the perfect partner for a dramatic eye. $24; buy online now at narscosmetics.com.
Medium-Dark: Skin
1. FOUNDATION: Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk in No. 8. Evens out skin and imparts radiance without a trace of muddy brown or orange. $58; buy online now at giorgioarmanibeauty.com.
2. CONCEALER: Cle de Peau Beaute in Ocher. A yellowy beige that's slightly lighter than your skin can tackle undereye shadows. $70; buy online now at neimanmarcus.com.
Medium-Dark: Eyes and Cheeks
2. BLUSH: Kevyn Aucoin in Tansoleil. A swoosh of vibrant pink from your apples to your cheekbones gives pretty definition. $24; buy online now at kevynaucoin.com.
Medium-Dark: Lips
2. LIPSTICK: Clinique in Black Honey. An ultra-sheer berry gives just the right amount of vampy drama for day or night. $14; buy online now at clinique.com.
3. LIP GLOSS: Nars in Turkish Delight. To really make lips pop, slick on this white-based pink. $24; buy online now at narscosmetics.com.
Dark: Skin
1. FOUNDATION: Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk in No. 11. A warm chocolate-colored base with just enough red to counteract ashiness. $58; buy online now at giorgioarmanibeauty.com.
2. CONCEALER: Bobbi Brown in Chestnut. This extra-hydrating cream won't make skin look dull. $22; buy online now at bobbibrowncosmetics.com.
Dark: Eyes and Cheeks
2. BLUSH: MAC in Raizin. Deep burgundy undertones give dark skin an alluring glow. $18; buy online now at maccosmetics.com.
Dark: Lips
2. LIPSTICK: Lancome in Brick House. Most reds tend to look pink on dark skin; this chocolate-cherry hue won't. $25; buy online now at lancome-usa.com.
3. LIP GLOSS: Chanel in Bubble Plum. A pigment-packed violet gloss that delivers a beautiful punch of color. $27; buy online now at uma.chanel.com.
