If you're looking for a foundation that will give you the most even, natural-looking coverage, look for one with golden undertones. These foundations are designed to match your skin's natural color, so they're both flattering and accurate. Here are a few tips and tricks you can use to ensure you find the perfect foundation for your golden undertones.
Size: 0.46 oz/ 13 g·ITEM: 2476802
Color: Sensuous Sepia - deep with cool red undertones
$55.50
I had to take a moment to talk about the Crème to Powder Skin Foundation. I am so excited about this relaunch. It is a great addition to my makeup collection. ...This was on of the first foundations that was made for women of color. I really love the new formula. ...Most beautiful foundation release of the season!!!
What it is: An opulent foundation that glides on like a silky cream and dries to a thin, elegant, second-skin powder finish.
Coverage: Medium
Size: 1 oz/ 30 mL·ITEM: 1712009
Color: Golden - medium with rosy undertones
$64.00
So many lines don't have good matches for golden undertones, this one is spot on....This is an amazing foundation, but they just do not carry my shade. If you have orangey/golden undertones then this is a perfect foundation for you.
What it is: An oil-free lightweight foundation that masterfully diffuses the line between makeup and skin for undetectable coverage.
Coverage: Medium
Finish: Natural
Formulation: Liquid
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Coconut Water: Aids in delicately replenishing skin’s moisture levels.
- Alpine Rose: Helps support skin’s health and resilience.
- Hyaluronic Acid: Gives a smoother, more youthful appearance.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens. It is also vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.
Size: 0.25 oz/ 7 g·ITEM: 2027738
Color: 9 Golden Natural - medium, olive undertones
$66.00
I tried the Vanish Seamless Finish Foundation Stick in the shade Golden Amber. Overall I liked this foundation. ...If there was a shade that was deep with golden undertones this foundation would totally be holy grail status.
What it is: A weightless, waterproof foundation with long-wearing, concentrated coverage in a custom, triangular component for fast and easy full coverage on-the-go.
Coverage: Full
Finish: Natural
Formulation: Stick
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Ingredient Callouts: Free of mineral oil, parabens, phthalates, and triclosan, and contains less than one percent of synthetic fragrances. This product is also vegan, cruelty-free, and gluten-free.
Size: 0.3 oz/ 8.6 g·ITEM: 2476976
Color: Golden Luxe - medium with warm golden undertones
$47.50
I was a little worry with the color because it has warm undertones and my skin color is more cold, but I am impressed how discreet is the warm undertone and how good is the coverage EVEN with NO foundation before. ...I chose my correct shade with zero problems! It’s not overly golden which as a freelance makeup artist, this powder will work amazingly on my dark tan to deep clients as a highlight.
What it is: An ultra-lightweight, oil-absorbing powder that instantly sets—or refreshes—makeup at home and on the go.
Size: 0.42 oz/ 12 g·ITEM: 2515419
Color: 2N1 Desert Beige - light medium with neutral undertones
$67.00
The weird thing I wanted to mention was that the shade names seem off - I was matched by an Estée Lauder beauty associate and my perfect match was Fresco, which is supposedly a light with rosy-pink undertones - I’m definitely not a cool undertone in person, more of a fair-neutral with very subtle golden undertones. ...Love that there are deeper golden undertones to choose from as well
What it is: A multi-use, refillable powder foundation with flawless custom coverage, up to 12-hour wear, and a matte finish.
Coverage: Full
Finish: Matte
Formulation: Pressed Powder
What Else You Need to Know: This foundation reduces the look of pores, stays color true, is waterproof, and is sweat- and humidity-resistant.
Cool (C) undertones: For bare skin that has a rosy tone and burns easily.
Neutral (N) undertones: For bare skin that is more even toned, not too pink or golden.
Warm (W) undertones: For bare skin that has a golden or olive tone and tans easily.
Size: 0.282 oz / 8 g·ITEM: 2701746
Color: Golden Brown - soft, warm golden brown
$72.00
I have a pale olive undertone so the yellow did work for me but I worry about those with pink undertones shade 2 is too dark for. ...There wasn’t my color so I chose a darker color that I use as bronzer especially for the summer. Golden brown. It’s so pretty I love how it looks on the skin and blends so beautifully.
What it is: A multitasking finishing powder that hydrates, visibly refines skin tone, and absorbs oil all day for a balanced complexion with a fresh, healthy, and even-toned look.
Coverage: Light
Finish: Natural
Formulation: Powder
What Else You Need to Know: Powered by vitamin B5 and Hydro-Soft Powder Technology, this setting powder locks in moisture, boosting hydration over time, while delivering blurring benefits and all-day oil absorption with a silky-soft finish. It also visibly refines skin tone and flexes to suit a range of skin tones.
Clinical Results: In clinical testing on 25 women:
- The formula boosted hydration in 7 days