Start by figuring out your skin tone and undertone. Then swipe a little BB cream along your jawline and check it in natural light. The right shade should blend in effortlessly without looking grey, pale, or overly bright.

A quick trick is to look at the veins on your wrist in daylight. Green veins usually mean warm undertones, blue or purple suggest cool, while a mix of both typically points to a neutral undertone.

Yes, that’s often the easiest way to start. If you already use a foundation shade that suits your skin, look for the closest BB cream match. It usually blends more naturally and makes shade selection simpler.

Ideally, BB cream should look almost invisible on your skin. A shade that’s too light can appear grey or chalky, while a darker one may look patchy. The best match simply blends in naturally.

Instead of testing on your wrist, try a small swipe along your jawline. Blend it lightly and check it in natural daylight. If the shade disappears into your skin, you have likely found the right match.