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* While makeup trends are totally fun to try out (as in fuchsia glitter eyeliner), every Cosmo chick needs a goof-proof palette that'll make her look fantastic no matter what. Think of it as the beauty equivalent of that favorite little black dress. Here, top primping pros provide the scoop on discovering your perfect shades. What's key: Using your skin tone as a starting point. Gorgeous results are guaranteed.
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Pale skin tends to have some redness, so it's best to stay away from pink-toned foundation shades. Instead, choose a yellowish or beige hue, which will neutralize the red. Check out Prescriptives less Skin, $40.
Since light complexions (ranging from porcelain to bisque) are so translucent, you need to pay close attention to you undertones. Here's the deal: If you have more blue in your skin, stick with blue-based (cool) hues. A more yellow cast means you should use yellow-tinted ...