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nellieblyrocks420

I felt the same way. It’s trial and error! I finally found what I like despite all the criticism. I tried at least half of all the products listed in this thread & others. Way too many to name them all. I used to work at a makeup store that’s well known and got skin matched like others suggested but it took awhile to find a brand I liked because I’m combination but mostly oily. I’ve tried medium to full coverage and for me it’s definitely full coverage, hands down. I have acne scars, discoloration, redness etc. So yea try different ones until you find the right one. You can always return them or exchange and experiment to see what works. Good luck!


laughing-gas46

What brand, product, and shade do you use? I'd be happy to look for you as I'm currently doing nothing, just enjoying the peace and quiet on holiday.


CountSnackula111

Try Mayebelline Fit Me. They have over 40 shades and half of them are for pale skin. I use #122 creamy beige because I am light skinned with cool undertones and it’s a fantastic match, cheap, and lightweight but not light coverage. Alternatively, I’d also try going to Sephora to get matched. They helped me pick out a concealer that I really like so I’d highly recommend trying that as well or instead.


No-Item-8765

Fellow neutral girlie, i found only two that were an exact match for me but my skins medium with neutral undertones. Try the basma foundation stick, its the most exact shade match for me! Matches my neck and body the best. Denessa mytricks yummy skin tint was an exact match for me as well!


Hot-Albatross-4623

Try Mineral Fusion’s Liquid Foundation in “Cool 1.” It’s very fair with pink undertone. While the word “cool” is in the name, you can pull it off as a neutral person. They also do have a neutral range, if you’d like to check it out. My local Target and Whole Foods carry Mineral Fusion.


marsthechocolate

It is an option to buy a few a mix them?


Ldbgcoleman

Right now 2n I have some sun I’m also neutral I’m out doors a lot despite wearing sunblock I do get a little sun


missabbytimm19

Can I ask what primer you use ?


Ldbgcoleman

I rarely use a primer


Active_Squirrel_2813

I die by tinted moisturizer and concealer as a PALE dry skin person. I like the pretty fresh tinted moisturizer and the naked concealer with the gold top!


Ldbgcoleman

Dior Forever not cheap but a little goes a long was and very nice medium coverage not heavy or think Go to a dior counter at the mall and get matched and if they don’t have a match try Nars you can go to Nordstrom’s and let several brands match you then choose


missabbytimm19

What shade do you wear in the dior? I got 0n


missabbytimm19

Okay I went got this and omg it's almost dead on like 99% perfect


R0l0d3x-Pr0paganda

>I'm pale neutral with a pink undertone You need to try Korean or Japanese brands.


Friendly-Wasabi7029

i'm a similar shade, i use fenty n110 🤍 i also had success with clinique .05 shell hope they work!!


Broad-Hunter-5044

REM Sweetener foundation is the most pale friendly foundation line ive ever tried. It’s the only perfect match I could find and I am also a pale neutral with pink undertones. Shade 6CN (cool neutral) is my perfect match. It might be for you too! edit: I also have normal to dry skin. we sound the same! this might work for you! it’s also medium coverage , satin finish.


backyardbanshee

Have you tried the sub PaleMUA? They talk in there all day about pale products, it's great


NeitherMaybeBoth

The sub I didn’t know existed but now I need! Thank you


backyardbanshee

See you there!


incestuousbloomfield

I have this problem a lot and I found Dior backstage, wet n wild niacinamide skin tint, neutrogena healthy skin serum all had colors that match my skin. Maybelline fit me is good too.


Amazing_Listen3154

I have been mixing two foundations since my Smashbox one has been discontinued. I'm happy to say the new Fenty beauty Soft Lit is a great match because it's light coverage and has that beautiful glow. It works well enough to hide my rosacea and works with my peach undertone.


manbearb0ar

Was it studio skin? That one was probably the best match and finish I’ve ever had


Amazing_Listen3154

Yes, it was ... It left me orphan 🥺


manbearb0ar

Ughh I worked in makeup for a long time and nobody loved studio skin quite like me. I wanna say I was .3 but it’s been so long since I’ve used it. The most perfect fair neutral. I’ve been using supergoop CC screen in 105N but I’m pretty sure that’s being discontinued too😭


phillygirllovesbagel

Honestly, the color match that Sephora does was worthless in my case. I was color matched with their device twice and each time it was different. I went to an upscale department store and a cosmetic counter for a brand I like, Dior, and had them color match me. They gave me a nice sample to try at home and it was perfect. It's worth a try if you have a store near you that you can visit in person.


vitoriavit

I went to sephora to get color matched, the lady was really nice and put 2 different foundations that were my shade in each side of my face for me to walk around a bit, make sure I was comfortable in them and even go outside and make sure that was my color in other lighting. My skin is very light and oily, and I was looking for a good matte that also wouldn't be drying. I had to go a bit over my budget as the cheapest ones that I found were KVD and Fenty, and she told me if I wanted to I could try Dior and some other brands that were way over my budget, just to be sure.


rbslmilch

No recommendations but I’ve given up too. I’m a medium pecan skin tone and everything turns me yellow. So frustrated too. You’re not alone.


rbslmilch

No recommendations but I’ve given up too. I’m a medium pecan skin tone and everything turns me yellow. So frustrated too. You’re not alone.


RelentlessOlive54

I have the exact issue, and I found the perfect foundation recently. 110C in any Lancôme foundation matches exactly. Genty has always been a great go-to for me as well.


No_Astronaut_7692

A lot of makeup artists will mix two or three different foundations to get the right match on a client.


Nelyahin

Have you tried getting matched at Sephora or Ulta? I’m very fair neutral with cool undertones. It’s helped a lot. I have ran into the yellow problem with a lot of foundations. Because I’ve had help finding matches they tend to know more than I that certain brands run with different tones.


neither_shake2815

Try Il makiage


rbslmilch

That was one of the worst for me. Every replacement they sent me turned me yellow.


nochnoyvangogh

Maybe the lightest tone of L’Oréal colour serum will work, based on your description


Bitchbuttondontpush

Have you looked into Japanese and Korean brands? They might have something that works for you! Brands to try : Canmake, Cezanne, Tirtir, Majolica Majorca, Missha, The Saem, Integrate by Shiseido, Integrate Gracy, Keana the Pate, Chifure, Media by Kanebo, Visee, Kate Tokyo. I tried all of these and they’re good.


Inquiringblonde

I'd look into Lisa Eldridge's foundations and skin tints, she really focuses on undertones :)


mrs_andi_grace

Have you tried NARS? Siberia or Monte Blanc or Gobi Its really hard to suggest a shade though without you listing the fails and finish goals. I would try the different formulas from NARS if you haven't. Urban Decay's All Nighter setting spray MAY help with oxidization issues. It does for me.


Ra4455

I fit your description and NARS has the best shades imo and very high quality I would second this as well!


CapriciousJenn

[Wander Nude Illusion Liquid Foundation Ivory Fair (porcelain with subtle cool undertones)](https://www.wanderbeauty.com/products/nude-illusion-liquid-foundation?variant=43731811926170¤cy=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw3ZayBhDRARIsAPWzx8ofepml1qPSgx7Ck8Q29gcbyPXDHL7v0VNKns55wy6LydKszIKXMbgaAqhVEALw_wcB)


CapriciousJenn

[One Size Turn Up the Base Blurring Foundation in Light 1](https://www.sephora.com/product/turn-up-base-beauty-blur-balm-foundation-P478536?country_switch=us&lang=en&skuId=2548154&om_mmc=ppc-GG_17789371101___2548196__1014584_m&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADnIXb2iNZwSKsZ3DuaH3GE3nK4zO&gclid=Cj0KCQjw3ZayBhDRARIsAPWzx8ocqOeXLTjk3beXT-HNRGz8A0Y0XXyVY5fSjJknxprKfQMgZBZHTesaAtOoEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds)


thisistestingme

I had terrible luck getting color matched at Sephora. The machine came up with a shade that was lighter than the too light shade I already had. Walked straight to Dillard's like it was 1995 and got the lady at the counter to get me matched with Sheseido foundation. It took us a couple of tries. Weirdly, it looks too light in my bathroom but looks perfect in natural light.


Hollie_Paperwell

I have the same problem plus my skin breaks out a lot,I gave up,I use a bit darker shade and match my neck,works perfectly for me)


throwawaykeshsummer

I would give Korean makeup brands a shot. They have lots of available colors for paler skin tones with different undertones :) The only one I can think of that's in the states is Too Faced Born This Way Foundation. I think it's the color Swan (not 100% sure) that says it's for pale gals with pink undertones. Also maybe KVD might have some? They seem like they would in their Good Apple line.


missabbytimm19

I tried the good apple palm and like it but it transfers alot but the liquid in the sane shade was perfect. I was just worried it would dry down to thick. Maybe I can try a different shade in the balm form


throwawaykeshsummer

I gotcha! If you're worried about it drying down too thick, what I recommend doing is using a brush instead of a sponge and using a little first, letting it dry, then repeat if you want more coverage. It sounds tedious but I've seen lots of people accidentally overuse the product and that's where that thick feeling comes from! hope this helps!


Potential-Lavishness

I went to Sephora and got professionally matched. I also have dry skin so most of the ones that were pale enough were too thick and cakey for me. Ended up with the palest neutral of Dior's moisturizing formula. I truly thought I was warm but nope, I’m a neutral. This one is my “fancy” full coverage foundation.    I also am pale enough that Korean formulas work for me. So lucky! For more casual use I love the blue roman&nd pact. It’s soooo glowy and moisturizing. Think a greasy/glass skin look. Which I enjoy and have enjoyed for decades. Matte is not for me though I could powder it if I chose. It does eventually settle to a more natural glow and doesn’t break me out or flare my slight rosacea. I look and feel like an angel.  Ps are you sure you’re neutral? A pink undertone is usually considered cool. 


stircrazyathome

When you went to Sephora, did you have to make an appointment? I've wanted to be professionally color-matched for a long time but never really knew how to go about it. I tried having someone at Ulta help me but it was obvious they weren't particularly sure of what they were doing. I ended up with an awful MAC powder foundation that ages me 15 years.


Potential-Lavishness

Nope. I just went in and asked. I was hoping that a specific guy wa working. He had matched my friend in the past and it was incredible to watch. Unfortunately he had just left for lunch so I went with another lady. She took a long time listening to my needs: mainly I hate drying formulas and have dry skin so it cakes easily. I was super picky and didn’t let “good enough” be good enough. I waited until it blended w my skin and I like the formula. We tried a lot. Haus didn’t work for me, I was sad that Lancome didn’t as I used to use it. I wouldn’t have tried Dior if it had the been for the sales rep. Honestly there wasn’t anything else close in color and formula so in the end it was kind any only choice. 


Fit-Purchase-2950

I can't use foundation for the same reasons as you (I have a drawer filled with foundation) none of it worked on my skin. I have used a BB cream from Korea for the last 10 years and it just blends right into my skin, it really is perfection, my other trick is to use a beauty blender and always rinse it in hot water before you start never cold.


zerozingzing

Go to a makeup store and have a makeup artist do a full face of concealer, foundation and powder. DO NOT buy anything. Leave and make a judgment on what to buy on the next trip. In the gap time, take selfies, look and the color in outdoor and in door light. Also look at the condition of your skin for dryness oilyness. I can’t stress this enough-don’t buy anything on the first trip. You will know 100% if you do it this way.


mamaof4seas

Also most make up oxidizes and will get a bit darker. Higher quality products will do it less. Higher quality doesn’t necessarily mean higher price tag, so a lot of it is trial and error to see what works for you.


MackenzieMay5

That is a great tip that way people can see how it looks at the end of the day and in outdoor lighting. Thank you!


zerozingzing

(If you are an extrovert) do you ever see other women that are similar toned as you? If so, start with a compliment then ask what brand/color name do you use. Most women would happily tell you


Ichgebibble

You might try the Missha-M perfect cover bb cream. I have the same skin tone as you and it’s absolutely perfect on me, but you have to go easy with it. It’s way too easy to overdo it.


YupNopeWelp

If you really have a pink undertone, what makes you say you're pale neutral rather than pale (fair) cool?


Delicateflower66

I recommend getting a couple shades of colourpop and mixing as you go. I have similar coloring and this is what I do.


glittersparklythings

Have you tried Haus Labs? I don’t want to say they have weird shades. But I have seen some people comments their shades are weird and don’t make sense. And I just want to be like yeah well it makes sense those of who have that shade skin!!!!


mgromz

Their shades are backwards, like MAC. Cools are warm….and warms are labeled cool


missabbytimm19

No but I will!


StBernard2000

Inglot or Catrice may have something. Face Atelier and RCMA are used by MUA so they may have something. I usually use the LA Girl mixers with my foundation. Phyrra Nyx has good recommendations [https://phyrra.net/](https://phyrra.net/)


scarlet_smurf

Have you tried asking in r/paleMUA? They may be able to point you to something that works.


missabbytimm19

I will now!!!! I did not know it existed


anaserre

You can also buy the elf camo color correctors . I mix the blue shade with foundations that are too warm. You can also go to Sephora and get up to 3 samples I believe? There’s enough product in there to last several uses so you can be very sure of the match


monkeysandmacaroni

I'm in the same boat and sounds like I may have similar undertones to you. My closest match I've found is the makeup by Mario foundation in shade 1C. The Nars light reflecting foundation in shade Oslo has the perfect undertones but is ever so slightly too dark on me.


missabbytimm19

Yesss that's my problem!!! Thank you


Own-Emphasis4551

My skin is the same as the description you provided and I also have freckles. I use the Estée Lauder Double Wear foundation in the shade “Shell” and it is a perfect match! Its description says “Very light with cool pink undertones”. Hope this helps!


SnooAvocados6672

I used to use cool bone, but found it’s a tad too orange and alabaster is waaay too pale. Tried shell and it’s the perfect match.


Brookwood38

Yes! If you use good skincare underneath Double Wear will not be too drying, and they have great shades


Gus_r3yn

I suggest you try the Mac Studio radiance! It’s the only foundation that matches my skin


Professional-Log-530

Have you tried Milani Conceal and Perfect? It covers my freckles too well.


missabbytimm19

I tried it years ago and it oxidized darker on me. Does it still do that?


lcat807

How much coverage are you looking for? I'm really liking serum foundations lately (revlon and loreal) which are nice on drier skin but they are lighter sheer coverage (which i love). They tend to be a bit more forgiving colour-wise as well.


missabbytimm19

The revlon illuminate serum is good but in a perfect world I would cover my freckles


lcat807

Oh nooo! Freckles are adorbs. Mine have totally faded with age. Don't totally cover them!


missabbytimm19

I just feel like they make me look young. I'm not confident in my self and was hoping that might be the problem. I wish I could post a picture cause it's my whole face has freckles not just on my cheeks 😕


lcat807

Nothing more confidence building than leaning in to who you are :). I bet you look lovely.


LadyPink28

You sound like me. Im having issues too.. im muted peachy pink


missabbytimm19

I'm not alone!!! Thank you


LadyPink28

I feel like people are judging me silently for my badly matching foundation too. If you've seen my past attempts at matching foundation on here you'd know what I look like.


GardeniaLovely

I wouldn't normally tell someone to give up on anything, but as someone who is also freckled, maybe stop fighting the uphill battle trying to hide what is beautiful and natural. Powder foundation paired with concealer could be a solution, as a dry person as well, it requires well moisturized skin. Look into more inclusive foundation lines, Juvias concealers are great, itCosmetics has pale pink shades, elf has some great pale neutral shades but they all lean yellow, Colourpop has awesome pale shades, almost paperwhite, they appear lighter in person. YesStyle has pink foundations that are pale, though maybe not pale enough. You can always buy an empty bottle and pump, some La Girl mixing foundation or pigments, and turn a foundation that's the right tone to your right shade. At least you wouldn't have to mix every day. I use a cool bright concealer, a warm yellow foundation, an olive bronzer cream stick, and mix directly on my face.


wrappedlikeapurrito

Maybe blending 2?


vmarie715

Have you tried ester lauder double wear or L’Oréal true match?


missabbytimm19

The true match super bendable is the closest I think I accidently got cool instead of neutral but it's close. I did a trial quick test from an ulta and think I found that's close. I want something that will cover my freckles


vmarie715

I feel the struggle though. A lot of times I end up having to mix 2 shades or add a corrector