How can I tell which one I am?

Determining your skin’s undertone can be done in the comfort of your own home. You can make this determination using any one of the tests we outline below.

But if you’re still stuck, consider visiting a medical aesthetician or consulting with a beauty expert at a beauty counter like Ulta or Clinique. They can help you identify your undertone and may even be able to swatch different product shades until you find your ideal match.

Check out your veins

If you can see your veins, you may be able to use their color to identify your undertone.

For example, if your veins look greenish, then you may have warm undertones. People with blue or purplish-looking veins usually have cooler undertones.

If you have neutral undertones, then your veins may appear colorless or match the color of your skin.

Assess your jewelry

Many people are more attracted to silver or gold jewelry because of how it looks against their skin.

If you like the way traditional yellow gold looks on your skin, you’re more likely to have warm or olive undertones. Silver, platinum, and rose gold tend to flatter cooler undertones.

You may have neutral undertones if you tend to look good in both silver and gold and base your choice more on your outfit than your skin color.