undertone test made easy: find your skin’s true match

 table of contents:

• undertone test made easy: find your skin’s true match
• skin undertone test: understanding different skin undertones
• a fail-proof undertone test by subtl beauty
• skin undertone test results
• skin undertone test: common undertone myths debunked
• skin undertone test: finding the right all in one makeup kit cream concealer shade
• got your undertone test results? now grab an all in one makeup kit

undertone test made easy: find your skin’s true match

have you tried a skin undertone test? if you’ve looked it up or fallen down the tiktok undertone rabbit hole, you may be excited to uncover your skin’s true identity – if you will. not only does an undertone quiz give good info, but it’s also key to finding your perfect all in one makeup kit cream concealer shade. 

read on for our fail-proof skin undertone test, including a guide on what undertones are:

skin undertone test: understanding different skin undertones

if you’ve never taken a skin undertone test and aren’t sure of yours, let’s dive into the basics:

undertones are hues beneath your skin’s surface that change how colors look on you. it’s important to note that your skin’s undertone is different than its tone (aka the color of your skin’s surface). there are three undertones: warm, cool, and neutral. 

for reference, even the fairest of skin can have warm undertones, while darker skin can have cool ones; this is why matching your all in one makeup kit cream concealer can be challenging, as some shades may not blend with the hues just below the surface of your skin. 

here is a look at the three undertones to help you customize your all in one makeup kit:

• cool undertones have a pink, red, or blue hue. if you notice a bluish tint to your veins or your skin looks better in silver jewelry, you may have cool undertones.
• warm undertones have a yellow, golden, or peachy hue. if your veins appear greenish or you look better in gold jewelry, you may have warm undertones.
• neutral undertones have balanced cool and warm tones. if your veins aren’t distinctly blue or green and you look good in gold and silver, you may have neutral undertones.

subtl protip: your preference is more important than what a skin undertone test may say – makeup is supposed to be fun; don’t be scared to express yourself and step outside the box.

a fail-proof skin undertone test by subtl beauty

grab a pen and paper, subtl beauties – it’s time to take our easy fail-proof skin undertone test:

1. how does your skin react to the sun?

• a) burns easily, then turns red
• b) tan easily without burning
• c) burns and tans equally

2. what color are the veins on your wrist?

• a) blue or purple
• b) green or olive
• c) a mix of blue and green

3. how does your skin look against a white sheet of paper?

• a) pink or rosy
• b) yellow or golden
• c) a bit of both pink and yellow

4. what type of jewelry looks better on you?

• a) silver
• b) gold
• c) both look equally good

5. what color do you feel most comfortable in?

• a) cool shades like blue and purple
• b) warm shades like yellow and orange
• c) neutral shades like beige and taupe

6. how does your skin react to different types of makeup?

• a) makeup with a pink or blue base looks better
• b) makeup with a yellow or golden base looks better
• c) both types of makeup look good

7. how do you describe your natural skin tone?

• a) fair with a rosy or pink undertone
• b) medium with a golden or olive undertone
• c) tan with a balanced mix of pink and yellow

8. when you use self-tanner, what shade do you end up with?

• a) pink or red
• b) golden or bronze
• c) a mix of both pink and golden

9. what does your skin look like in natural light?

• a) it has a pink or bluish tint
• b) it has a yellow or golden tint
• c) it appears neutral, without a strong pink or yellow hue

skin undertone test results

• mostly a’s: you may have cool undertones, meaning your skin has hints of pink, red, or blue. cream concealers with a pink or blue base could complement your skin.
• mostly b’s: you may have warm undertones, meaning your skin has yellow, golden, or peach hues. cream concealers with a yellow/golden base could complement your skin.
• mostly c’s: you may have neutral undertones, meaning your skin has both cool and warm hues. cream concealers with a neutral or beige base could complement your skin.

subtl protip: make sure to take the skin undertone test in natural light for the most accurate results. we also recommend not having any of your all in one makeup kit on for the undertone quiz. 

skin undertone test: common undertone myths debunked

when it comes to your skin’s undertone (what were your results from the undertone test?), there are a lot of myths out there. to help you know the truth, let’s debunk some undertone ones: 

1. myth: “if you tan easily, your skin must have a warm undertone.” fact: tanning ability doesn’t determine your undertone – it’s more about the underlying hue of your skin.
2. myth: “undertones are the same as skin tone.” fact: as we mentioned above, undertones are the underlying hue of your skin, while skin tone is the surface color.
3. myth: “you can’t change your undertone.” fact: your undertone remains consistent throughout your life, but your skin tone might change with sun exposure or other factors.

undertone test: finding the right all in one makeup kit cream concealer shade

now that you have your results (fingers crossed), it’s time to tackle how to choose an all in one makeup kit cream concealer to compliment your skin undertone. this is what to know:

• cool undertones: look for cream concealers with a pink or blue base. products with terms like “rose” or “cool” in their names are usually an excellent fit for this undertone.
• warm undertones: choose cream concealers with a yellow or golden base. beauty products with “golden” or “warm” in their names may be the best fit for this undertone. 
• neutral undertones: opt for an all in one makeup kit cream concealer shade labeled “neutral” or “beige” that may balance both your skin’s warm and cool undertones.

subtl protip: if you’ve taken the skin undertone test above and are still conflicted on which subtl shade would be best for you, try giving our beauty quiz a go – it’s easy, fast, and precise. 

got your skin undertone test results? now grab an all in one makeup kit

with your skin undertone test results in hand, come join over 500+ happy subtl beauties by grabbing a travel-friendly, stress-lessening all in one makeup kit. click here to choose your cream concealer shade, so that if you opt for a premade stak, we know how to curate it. or you can customize your own stak to match your skin’s undertone. you can also take our beauty quiz.

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did you find our skin undertone test easy to take? did it help you choose your all in one makeup kit cream concealer shade?