Fenty Beauty Foundation Finder Guide
Fenty Beauty revolutionized foundation with 50 shades of Pro Filt'r. Here's how to navigate the extensive range and find your perfect match.
Understanding Fenty's Shade System
Fenty Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation offers 50 shades across a wide range of undertones. The system uses numbers (100-498) where lower numbers are lighter and higher numbers are deeper tones.
Shade Categories Explained
100-190: Fair to Light
- 100-110: Porcelain with neutral to pink undertones
- 120-140: Fair with neutral, cool, or warm undertones
- 145-190: Light with various undertones
Popular shades: 150 (neutral), 160 (warm), 185 (cool)
200-290: Light-Medium
- 200-240: Light-medium with neutral to warm tones
- 255-290: Medium with olive and warm undertones
Popular shades: 240 (neutral), 260 (olive), 290 (warm)
300-385: Medium to Tan
- 300-330: Medium-tan with warm and neutral tones
- 340-385: Tan with golden and neutral undertones
Popular shades: 310 (neutral), 345 (golden), 370 (warm)
400-498: Deep to Very Deep
- 400-450: Deep with various undertones
- 460-498: Very deep with rich, neutral, and cool tones
Popular shades: 420 (neutral), 450 (warm), 490 (deep neutral)
Determining Your Undertone
Cool (Pink)
- Blue or purple veins
- Pink or rosy skin
- Silver jewelry flatters
- Burn easily in sun
Warm (Yellow)
- Green veins
- Golden or peachy skin
- Gold jewelry flatters
- Tan easily
Neutral
- Blue-green veins
- Balanced tone
- Both metals work
- Mix of warm/cool
Formula Guide
Fenty offers three foundation formulas. Here's how to choose:
Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear
Best for: Oily and combination skin
Finish: Soft matte, medium to full coverage
Wear time: 12+ hours
Shop on AmazonPro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear
Best for: Dry and normal skin
Finish: Natural radiant, buildable coverage
Wear time: All day with added hydration
Shop on AmazonEaze Drop Skin Tint
Best for: All skin types wanting light coverage
Finish: Dewy, natural, lightweight
Wear time: 12 hours, breathable formula
Shop on AmazonPro Tips for Perfect Match
- Test in Natural Light: Always check your shade match in daylight, not store lighting
- Match to Your Neck: Foundation should blend seamlessly with your neck, not your face
- Consider Seasonal Changes: You may need two shades - one for summer, one for winter
- Order Samples: Fenty offers sample sizes perfect for testing before committing
- Mix Shades: Don't be afraid to blend two shades for a custom match
Jordan's Recommendation
"Fenty's inclusive shade range changed the beauty industry forever. While 50 shades can feel overwhelming, the payoff is finding a foundation that actually matches your skin. Take your time to find your shade - it's worth it."