What's Your Skin Tone?

Your skin color may vary from another person's, but did you know that there are only two undertones for all skin colors out there? Cool skin and warm skin have different characteristics as well as a different spectrum of colors that go well with it. So just how do you determine your skin tone? If you just can't figure it out when you look in the mirror, there are three other ways.

First, and perhaps the fool-proof and idiot-proof one, is to look at the veins in your hands and feet. More green veins mean you have a warm undertone. More blue veins and you have a cool undertone. The logic is simple. Veins are blue, and if you have a warm, yellow undertone, blue + yellow = green!

Second, you can use jewelry. Silver, platinum, and white gold look good on cool skin tones. Golds look better on warm skin. Easy peasy, right?

Lastly, you can get hints from clothes. Use plain ones and place them next to your face. If the color washes you out or makes you look tired, then it's not for you. Generally, warm skin glows with earthy and vibrant colors such as browns, deep reds, and gemstone colors. Cooler skin looks fresh when next to light colors such as coral, neutrals, lavender, and mint.