Skin Tone Test
Discover your skin undertone in minutes with our simple tests. Learn whether you're cool, warm, or neutral, and see which colors flatter you most.
Take Undertone QuizUndertone vs Overtone
Understanding the difference between undertone and overtone is key to finding your best colors:
Undertone
The underlying color that shows through your skin. This is what determines your color season and which colors look best on you.
- Cool: Pink, red, or blue undertones
- Warm: Yellow, golden, or peachy undertones
- Neutral: Balanced between cool and warm
Overtone
The surface color of your skin that can change with sun exposure, makeup, or other factors. This doesn't affect your color season.
- Fair, light, medium, tan, deep
- Can change with sun exposure
- Not used for color analysis
Quick Tests You Can Do
Try these simple tests to determine your skin undertone:
Vein Test
Look at the veins on your wrist in natural light.
- Blue/purple veins = Cool
- Green veins = Warm
- Both or unclear = Neutral
Jewelry Test
Try on gold and silver jewelry to see which looks better.
- Gold looks better = Warm
- Silver looks better = Cool
- Both look good = Neutral
White Paper Test
Hold a white piece of paper next to your face in natural light.
- Skin looks pink/blue = Cool
- Skin looks yellow/peachy = Warm
- No obvious tint = Neutral
Lighting Tips for Accurate Results
The right lighting is crucial for accurate undertone identification:
✅ Best Lighting
- Natural daylight near a window
- Even, diffused lighting
- No artificial lighting
- No direct sunlight
- No shadows on your face
❌ Avoid These
- Fluorescent lighting
- LED lighting
- Yellow indoor lighting
- Harsh shadows
- Colored lighting
Next: Find Your Season
Once you know your undertone, you can determine your color season. Your season combines your undertone with other factors like contrast level and chroma.
Cool Undertones
If you have cool undertones, you're likely a Summer or Winter.
- Summer: Soft, muted cool colors
- Winter: Clear, bright cool colors
Warm Undertones
If you have warm undertones, you're likely a Spring or Autumn.
- Spring: Clear, bright warm colors
- Autumn: Rich, muted warm colors
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I'm between cool and warm?
You likely have neutral undertones, which means you can wear both cool and warm colors. You might be a neutral season or have a preference for one temperature family.
Does my tan affect my undertone?
No, a tan doesn't change your undertone. Look at areas that don't tan (like your inner wrist) or consider your natural coloring before any sun exposure.
What if the tests give different results?
Try multiple tests and see which result is most consistent. If you're still unsure, our AI analysis can provide a definitive answer by analyzing your photo.
Can I change my undertone?
No, your undertone is determined by your genetics and doesn't change. However, your overtone (surface color) can change with sun exposure, makeup, or other factors.
Best Colors for Each Skin Undertone
Discover which colors will make you look radiant based on your skin undertone
Warm Undertones
Colors that complement golden, peachy, or yellow undertones
Best Clothing Colors:
Oranges, golds, warm browns, olive greens
Best Makeup Colors:
- Warm peach or golden foundation
- Copper or bronze eyeshadows
- Coral or warm pink lipsticks
- Warm brown or gold eyeliners
Cool Undertones
Colors that complement pink, red, or blue undertones
Best Clothing Colors:
Blues, purples, cool grays, bright pinks
Best Makeup Colors:
- Cool pink or neutral foundation
- Cool purples or blues eyeshadows
- Cool pink or berry lipsticks
- Navy or cool brown eyeliners
Neutral Undertones
Colors that work well with balanced warm and cool undertones
Best Clothing Colors:
Muted colors, balanced tones, sophisticated neutrals
Best Makeup Colors:
- Neutral or balanced foundation
- Muted or balanced eyeshadows
- Neutral or balanced lipsticks
- Neutral or balanced eyeliners
Common Skin Tone Test Mistakes to Avoid
Learn from these common mistakes to get the most accurate skin tone analysis
❌ What Not to Do
- Testing in artificial lighting (fluorescent, LED)
- Wearing makeup or self-tanner
- Testing on tanned skin (test on untanned areas)
- Using colored clothing that affects the test
- Testing in poor lighting or shadows
- Rushing through the tests
- Testing only one area of your body
- Ignoring seasonal changes in your skin
✅ Best Practices
- Test in natural daylight near a window
- Remove all makeup and skincare products
- Test on clean, bare skin
- Wear neutral-colored clothing
- Take your time with each test
- Test multiple areas of your body
- Test on untanned areas (inner arm, chest)
- Consider your natural hair and eye color
Professional vs DIY Skin Tone Analysis
Understanding the differences between professional analysis and DIY methods
Professional Analysis
Professional color analysts use specialized tools and extensive training to determine your undertone.
- Uses professional color drapes
- Tests in controlled lighting
- Considers multiple factors simultaneously
- Provides detailed explanations
- Can identify subtle undertone variations
- Costs $150-400 per session
DIY Methods
DIY methods are accessible and can be quite accurate when done correctly.
- Free and convenient
- Can be done at home
- Multiple tests for verification
- Good starting point for color analysis
- May need multiple attempts
- Results may be less precise
Ready to Find Your Perfect Colors?
Take our comprehensive undertone quiz or try our AI analysis for the most accurate results. Discover which colors make you look radiant and confident.
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