Thursday, April 16, 2009

How to find your perfect makeup match

Fair: Skin
Soft pink, tawny and beige tones work best for alabaster complexions. L.A. makeup artist Tasha Reiko Brown-Jovel, who has worked with Evan Rachel Wood and Brittany Snow, says to avoid orangey reds and frosty finishes -- "they can make skin look sallow and washed out."

1. Foundation: Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk in No. 2. This barely there buff gives pale skin a fresh sheen. $58; buy online.
2. Concealer: Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat in No. 1. Its light-reflecting pigments banish dark circles without looking obvious. $40; buy online.

Fair: Eyes and Cheeks

1. Eye Shadow: Stila in Kitten. A glimmering champagne just dark enough to create eye-opening contour. $18; buy online.
2. Blush: Benefit in Ballerina-Pink. For the most delicate flush, swirl on this soft petal hue. $28; buy online.