Do We Really Need Multiple Skin Tints, Foundations? As A Brown Girl, I Say Hell Yes!
The wrong undertone can make your foundation look ashy or too orange!
Every makeup lover girlie in India has struggled with finding the right foundation shade at least once. For years, it felt like makeup brands only catered to fairer skin tones, leaving most of us wondering if there’d ever be products that actually matched our skin. We’re finally seeing a shift. Brands are starting to recognize that India has a beautiful, diverse range of skin tones and undertones far beyond fair or light beige. Our skin colours vary from region to region, and undertones range from warm to cool to neutral. It’s not uncommon to find people with golden, olive, peachy, or even red undertones, yet for ages, makeup brands offered just a handful of shades that didn’t cater to this variety.
Why We Need Multiple Foundation Shades?
Here’s why multiple skin tints and foundations are essential for us. Imagine going makeup shopping and all you see are shades too light, making you look like you just dusted yourself with flour, or shades that are too dark, making you look way off. It’s frustrating, and honestly, it can make us feel like our unique skin tones aren’t represented or valued in the beauty world.
It’s also not just about the shade but the finish and formula. Think of skin tints they’re great for days when you want a light, natural glow. But sometimes, a skin tint doesn’t have the coverage we need, especially if we want to even out discolouration or cover up a breakout. That’s where having a range of foundations with different textures, coverage levels, and finishes becomes essential.
For example, some people have oily skin and need a matte foundation that won’t slide off halfway through the day. Others have dry skin and want something hydrating that gives a dewy, glowy look. And then we’ve got combinations of both, where someone may want a matte finish on the T-zone and something a bit dewier on the cheeks. Different formulas make a huge difference!
We Don’t Want To Look Ashy
The other key thing is undertones. The wrong undertone can make your foundation look ashy or too orange. That’s why having multiple skin tones and shades within a range is so necessary. When brands start offering shades with different undertones, we can finally find a product that looks like our own skin, not a mask. Thanks to movements calling for more diversity, a lot of brands are now launching shades that reflect the Indian skin spectrum. They’re realizing that one or two shades of beige are not enough. Now, we’re seeing ranges that celebrate our tones, our undertones, and all our beauty.
So yes, we absolutely need multiple skin tints and foundations. It’s about giving everyone the chance to find a product that celebrates their natural beauty and fits seamlessly into their routine. Finally, we’re seeing products that actually understand Indian skin and I say, bring on even more!
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First Published: November 07, 2024 1:48 PM
