I can't tell you how many times I hear other women say that they always get matched to something a shade darker or with incorrect undertones. Polybutene, Paraffinum Liquidum (Mineral Oil), Diethylhexyl Succinate, Mica, Polyethylene, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Tocopheryl Acetate, But SX06 is light and SX08 is dark I think? My pleasure! If you are lighter than a NC 25 at this point, I think that, as we head into winter, #4 is probably going to be perfect for you. So glad you feel excited about your purchaseI hope you LOVE it! 8 looks to dark, but I cannot decide which would suit me better 6 or 7. Take care and keep me posted!! Or should I get 10 or 11? My skin is not too shabby, but honestly, it's about 85% genetics and 15% good skin care. User Agreement and Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement and This knowledge, along with the innate sense of style passed down to me by my beloved mom, has guided my cosmetic and fashion choices ever since. Thank you so much for your reply! In terms of the Le Metier de Beaute foundation, I am guessing that you could get away with #4 (if you want to stay a bit lighter) or #5 (if you anticipate getting a bit more color at some point). Watched the vid, as u know, I've a place to get the by terry sheer expertI'm thinking #8.. What do u think?? Sorry about that! As for the MUFE primer by itself, I'm quite amazed that it works alone as well! Thank you, Anon. I then purchased 08 and it is much too yellow and slightly light. This product is maximum coverage, so the tiniest bit goes a long way. Maybe even using it for highlighting and conturing. What's the bad thing besides that? Thanks. I'm medium/tan Asian, and I've been using NW25 concealer for the longest time, only to discover recently that I'm actually NW35 or NC40 for my foundation color (it is summer now though, and I've tanned a bit). Eternally grateful for this I purchased the SX08 and SX11 and both are perfect shades. May Contain (+/-) Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Iron Oxides (Ci 77499). Any assistance you can give is greatly appreciated! I hope you end up loving the #9! Thank you for posting the swatches. I think #7 or #8 would match my skin perfectly but are there two shades u would reccomend that would allow me to contour/highlight and b able to match my skin all year round? Usually I go to golden or beige undertone Hi BP! Personally I quite like Shu Uemura, the whole concept and the style of their shop display, packaging and their products; I like Bobbi Brown as well but I think they are too overpriced, one single concealer costs around $230HKD, it's about 30USD, more or less, it's too expensive for a product only contain 1,7g, that's why when I saw the Kevyn Aucoin SSE, I actually think the price is good as compare to BB's! our process. My pleasure, Catherinethanks for the positive feedback!! Do you mean my favorite brands in Hong Kong? el8, 10 0 11?? In terms of the Maestro, yes, the 5.5 is likely too neutral for your needsI suggest the 6.5; it might be too dark for your but if you plan on mixing a bit of the #6 SSE, then it should be perfect. PERFECT!!!!! I hope this helpsplease keep me posted on what you decide! Take care and have a wonderful rest of the weekxoxo, Hello beautiful I wonder if there is much diferena between color 8 and 11, do not know which to decide, I have 8 afraid be very clear and very dark 11, my skin tone is like a Mexican soap opera"Mexican telenovela" actress "Kate Del Castillo ".. xoxo. So happy you found your way here and are enjoying my blog! I'm shade number 2 in the Armani Lasting Silk foundation, NARS Siberia with bobbi brown Porcelain (which is the lightest in the UK) a touch too dark, I am debating between SX1 and SX2. For an NC27? Hi! SX 01: true ivory for the lightest of skin tones Sounds like a plan. Also, if you still have the #6, you could always mix a tad of it into the #10 to lighten it up should it ever be too dark for you! Thank you for the note and impressive rundown of your foundation experiences! Dior forever #200..Revlon whipped colorstay #240 is a teeny weepy tad dark.. My best guess is #7 in the winter and #10 in the summer, but your swatch of #7 seems really light to me. Let me know how your order goeshope you find the perfect match!! Too Faced P&P or benefit the Porefessional? I am already finding other uses for this product. I am guessing that if #12 and #13 were much too light, then #14 would be the next logical stepit is a lovely medium caramel brown! When theyve finished, theyll package up your personal potion and put your unique formula on file, so next time you stop in you can pick up your custom shade without the fuss. Any help would be appreciated! Blend a deeper shade of SENSUAL SKIN ENHANCER with your favorite liquid or cream foundation to create the perfect custom contouring shade for your complexion. Normally when shopping for foundation, I go in with no foundation on just to make the process easier. There is indeed difference between #8 and #11#8 has yellow undertones but is lighter and more olive in tone and #11 is a bit darker and more golden. You are so nice to help me & those like methx for sharing your knowledge:) However, if you were able to get 2 shades for mixing, then I would also suggest the #7 (which has more neutral, rather than yellow, undertones). And possibly a 9 or 10 for concealer? Hard to find and expensive but absolutely worth the price. If consider to buy online, the shipping fee is usually $$$ to ship to HK So I would be very happy if I have chance to go to US, I will stock up some makeup, it will save me lots of money! Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our It's always good to have a peek at different new products as some of the brands are not available in Hong Kong! Which shade do you think is best for an under eye highlight. I also tried Macs Select Cover Up in nc 23 wich was slightly too light and yellow for under my eyes. When you visit this site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. I haven't checked out the Eshikio powder but will have to take a peek ; ). I will try to suggest some shades that align with your purposesfor highlighting, I suggest shade #2 (very close to NC 15) and for the contour, I suggest #13, which is a darker rosy tan. What I was wondering as well is if you could help me pick out a slightly darker shade for contouring as well as mixing for when I get tanned a bit more I would appreciate it soo much!! Like you, I wear MAC NC25 NC30 so I will try the SX06. I think, I will go for the "mix and match" with the shades #3 and #7. I like a yellow, warm color as my highlight and a cool, deep brown/grey color as my contour. I hope that helpsdo keep me posted on what you decide! The golden undertones are very pronounced and the shade is consistent with the NC 44 depth. Thank you for watching my videos and yes, it is always a fun challenge for me to balance my professional obligations with swatching, posting and filming videos for YT! 4. Thanks for your questionin light of your current matches, I suggest #13 and perhaps #9 to mix in if #13 is a bit too dark (though I don't think it will be!). I'm having heaps of fun with the SSE by Kevyn Aucoinbut do you find mixing is better on a palette or back of hand? Why? As mentioned before, my feelings about this product can be found. i am about the same skintone like Kelly Rowland ..i was matched to no. I think I will be happy with the 7. Thanks:). Talk about luxe. Combine multiple shades to highlight and contour or create your perfect skin match. Here, I'll be sharing reviews for artists, both aspiring and seasoned,and consumers from an artist's point of view. I am NC42 in Mac. It's fantastic! Eg. I'm really torn between #6,#8,#11.. Help! Tarte Tinted Moisturizer in Agent 10 Conceal light and shimmery. I hope that #9 does the trick when you combine the twothat should give you endless blending options for every skin tone you may have throughout the year! I saw your more recent post on Suqqu frame fix cream foundation N, and now I'm deciding whether to get the Suqqu or the Kevyn Aucoin SSE..Wonder if will you are planning to do a comparison post on these cream foundations anytime soon? Please let me know what you discover and do take care!! Hello AnonI am not sure what uterine undertones are but the shades for fair to light skin are #3 (fair, neutral) #4 (fair, yellow), #5 (fair-light, neutral) and #6 (light, yellow). Fantastic! It is such a versatile formula in the way that it can be mixed, blended, sheered out and buffed in! October Makeup Bag Refresh, New Skincare in Rotation and a Light Blue Nod to Style. I was wondering if I could use SX06 to mix with some of my liquid foundations/tinted moisturizer that's a bit darker and has pink/neutral undertones? It gives a wonderful glow to your skin no matter what foundation u go with. It provides great coverage but is not as concentrated as the KA SSE, however, I think that makes it easier to work with on the whole. Both shades are have yellow/beige undertones and are suitable for light skin. This is a chronic problem with cosmetic companies and concealers and, while some have recently started introducing lighter shades, it is disappointing that a company like Kevin Aucoin still lags behind. Glad you found this helpful! Thanks for the questionI think that you could get away with #8 or #11, but if you plan on getting any sun this summer, then #11 could be the way to go! It is my pleasure to share the swatches with my readers. As an undereye concealer, will it be too dry? As I said: Youre a gem! I hope this helps! I'm a C2 in MAC Face and Body Foundation. Hello, BP! & I see why you like the mix of this with the Kevyn Aucoin SSE..fantastic!! I start by applying a bit more moisturizer than usual to the skin, then I warm up the foundation on a palette, dot it on the skin, and then blend. Take care and have a lovely weekendxoxo, Hiya BP! I'll let u know how it works out once it arrives. Because of its larger size, your purchase will be packed full of product and may last you longer than traditional concealers. In the summer I usually wear Make Up Forever HD in 128. , My pleasure, Arunabha! Thanks for stopping by! #3 will give you the NC 18 or so match that you are right now and, as you get darker, you could gradually integrate a bit of #7 into the mix. I dont really tan very much only about a shade or so darker. I have a little goodie for you to check outI'd love your opinion & to see you review itespecially when this type of product is all the rageits a BB Cream I've compared it along side the By Terryand I gotta say they seem pretty close!! I would like your oppinon. This waterproof formula provides a lightweight, long-lasting, luminous, and natural finish. It sounds like you are on the right track when it comes to finding products that match your skin! The #3 is a very light neutral shade; if you are more golden/yellow in undertone (and it sounds like you are) and want a highlighter that matches that undertone, then the #4 is the right choice. I do have patches that are lighter. Kevyn Aucoin Sensual Skin Enhancer is an award-winning, versatile, flexible-full-coverage complexion perfector that is waterproof, long-lasting luminous natural finish. I think that you could either go with #4 or #6 in Kevyn Aucoin's SSE depending on your tastes. For reference, I am indian and wear NC42 in Mac and Warm Beige in Hourglass Veil. Can't wait to hear your thoughts on #3I am thinkingif you don't think you'll be getting #7 for awhile, #4 might be a good in-between shade for you that could work in the meanwhile! It feels very silicony, spreads easily and seamlessly blends into the skin. Absolutely flawless. Happy to oblige! 3. For reference I am a 5 in MAC's Matchmaster foundation, not sure if I'd be an 11 or 12 for foundation? And what can I say? I would like to use the Kevyn Aucoin Sensual Skin Enhancer for covering the darkness under my eyes as well. Dot a small amount of enhancer on the area of concern, and then blend out with your fingers or favorite application tool. And if ever I buy a GA Maestro (in #5.5 or 6.5?? x. Hope your weekend was cool:) I was wondering, if it is possible to mix two shades of the SSE? I've saved all the photos to my iPhone so I can take them with me when shopping. um thanks for this. I hope you could spare a little time off your busy schedule to help me out. Thanks for your question. Thanks in advance so any advice you can provide! I don't know. SX 14: Medium milk chocolate brown with rosy undertones I was thinking about getting the 7 and 11 so I can mix all year round. SX 10: medium beige with neutral to yellow undertones, 11. Obviously I like a bit more dynamic HL/contour but I blend them out with a beauty blender. Concealers & correctors?? At the Bergdorf Goodman counter, you dont have to settle for choosing the closest matchyou can snag an unlisted custom blend of shades for a truly flawless finish. Giorgio Armani Face Fabric #2 light, #3 dark; so mix #2 and #3 I'll report back my findings! Guess what? Fall Reset + Beauty Chat: September New Launches, Purchases and Rebuys, Beauty Rarities for Rare Times Featuring Beboe Therapies and New SUQQU Base + Lips, A Sunlit Labor Day Weekend Look Feat. The Sensual Skin Enhancer from Kevyn Aucoin is hands down one of the best concealers Ive ever used. Thanks for your question! Hope that is usefullet me know what happens!! Number 06 or 07 I'm Asian and I don't want a foundation that is peachy in undertone can u kindly help me please thanks. Thank you so much!!! ?I've looked at all the swatches you've put up but I'm still unsure of which one? Use SENSUAL SKIN ENHANCER as your foundation, concealer, corrector, contour & highlight. #6 is definitely more yellow (no pink in this shade!) #11 (a very warm medium beige) Hello! Do you think either 3 or 4 would work as a highlighter? Have a wonderful week and talk soonxoxo, So glad I've found someone to ask about which shade would suit as this product is at a higher price point than I would usually go to but this product just sounds so lovely I really want to treat myself but am a little worried about getting a good match as its so hard to tell on a computer screen . The skin you describe would make me think that you are likely yellow in undertonewarm beige, MAC shades with NC and L'oreal G (golden) 3 all support this assumption since they are all shades that have yellow/golden undertones. Apply a veil of LOOSE SETTING POWDER to lock your makeup in place and reduce the amount of radiance. YesI know, I do have lots of questions for you:P Lastly, I'm wondering what's the difference between a golden/yellow undertone and a beige undertone? Do you enjoy these products for highlighting and contouring? Here Japanese brands are very very popular, like Shiseido, Shu Uemura, Kose Some people think it suits Asian skin better, style, color and texture. Hi need your help choosing the right shade. Would SSE in #3 be a good match? Free Shipping U.S. Orders $50+ & Free Upgraded on $100+. To make it last all day, a quick dusting of the Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder in Diffused Light (also reviewed on my blog) sets it for hours! Hope you love the SSEtake care and do keep me posted! I will order it online to the uk and my aunt is going to bring it to germany for me so I hope the color matches but I guess if it's too light I could give it to my mum and if it's too dark I could wear it as a foundation. I'd like to get theit foundation too.. Thank for all the knowledge & help you're giving me, I appreciate it & you greatly! She doesn't need it, but she does love her foundation! Thanks for your reply! I was totally wrong. I just looked up the GlamGlow Mud Cream and agree, that looks like a promising product! Im able to create a perfect blend using a darker liquid and lighter powder. All three shades should take you through the year! Great to use as a concealer. Familiar with how beloved The Sensual Skin Enhancer from Kevyn Aucoin is, I was really excited to try it out. multi-use complexion perfector designed to enhance your complexion and features with flexibile high coverage and a natural finish. Chanel Poudre Universelle Compacte 30 light, lighter than SFPFF NC30, whit-ish High-impact blush radiates sometimes, in 3D from cheek to cheek. thank you in advance.=). Not the best color match, but in the summer 7 by itself is too light. I'm rather apprehensive ordering it online without seeing it for myself, so I need your advice! In light of your skin tone (and the shades that currently wear), I suggest the #8. Thank you so much for reading and also for following my YT videosI plan on uploading a new one soon! , No worries, K! If you are able to get both, then you will be able to mix to your heart's content. If you really want to ball out with this secret menu item, have them mix a flawless foundation shade as well as a slightly lighter shade that you can use as a concealer or super blend-able highlighter. As a 12-year veteran of the entertainment industry (as an actress and model), I was able to glean tips of the trade from the experts with whom I worked. I'am a nc43, wich shade do you reccomend for highlighting the under eye area? MAC Blot Powder in Medium Dark very ashy You are your own artist. Illamasqua skin base 3 is my perfect match. 16. I love concealers for their versatility; they can camouflage almost skin concern. I've got pink undertones, can get away with beigey neutrals but cannot use yellow undertones at all..plz can u give me your advice of colour? You are right on track with #7 and #8 to achieve the effects you are hoping for#7 is a great neutral light beige and #8 is a very golden light/medium beige (closest to the Revlon Warm Golden) so mixing the two should give you endless options. Thank you again! Even with trying to get more sleep and staying hydrated, I cant do much to change the purple darkness and creases under my eyes; they're genetic and a natural part of being human. Thanks for the kind comment : ). Thank you for welcoming me to makeup land:) Wow! I guess I need more neutral. With my skin, I've got to worry about very hot weather/humidity sweatiness + tzone oilies that are awful due to illness..grr..Staying power (& oil absorbtion, if possible) are huge factors! You are right, you could be either a #3 or #5, however, I would say #5 is closest to a NC 20-23 so likely you would be the #3. My complexion can b described as golden w/ bright yellow undertones. I hope that wasn't too confusing! Thanks so much! Dot a small amount of enhancer on the area of concern and then blend out with your fingers or favorite application tool. I'm so glad u recommend the Laura Mercier Secret camouflage!!! Maybe we can follow one another? Hello again! I'm not sure if #6 would be too light. Prior to this I would never have chosen a creme foundation let alone one that was so thick it took a minor leap of faith to even try applying all over my face!!! immmm.. My pleasure! . Heres how it works: First, a makeup artist selects a few of the pretty pots in your skin tone range and tests a tiny amount of each shade on your skin. I was googling sx 14 and it was rather difficult to find. I dont know why, but Im really excited to try it . I took a peek at Kate Del Castillo and she looks like she could wear either shade, depending on how much of a tan she has (#8 for winter and #11 for the warmer summer months!). Sorry, regarding comment above she had #10!! It is an extremely popular color for light to light-medium skin tones so I am not surprised that it is at a premium. Some other powders I really like include the NARS foundation powder (I have it in Santa Fe) and the Koh Gen Do Triple Lightning Powder. I am a pretty neutral skin tone , not to pinky or yellow. My best guess would be that for highlighting, #2 or #4 would be greatI think I would go for #2 since it is light and will definitely highlight most easily. . Creating prestige products that are accessible and easy to use, Kevyn Aucoin Beauty has been encouraging artists and enthusiasts to express themselves boldly since 2001. But HOW do I work out the best shades for this? My pleasure, MiLindaI am always happy to help. About My Under-Eyes: Darkness and tear troughs, The Value: Expensive, but will last forever, Reviewed: BareMinerals Original Liquid Mineral Concealer Lasts Me All Day. I mixed #6 into sunscreen to see if I could just wear a tinted sunscreen and it was fine except for being too light. Use SENSUAL SKIN PRIMER as a base to your makeup and as a mixing medium to adjust the level of coverage. Blend a lighter shade of Sensual Skin Enhancer with your favorite liquid or cream foundation to create the perfect custom highlighting shade for your complexion. Hi, 2. I've always had a bit of trouble with finding my shade however. thank you! I will shoot you a note with the link when it's up. 2. I love it! I received both shades (#4 & 8) of By Terry Sheer:) wow, there isn't much difference shade-wise between the 2!! ), you may get the highlighting you need from #7. Then set with LOOSE SETTING POWDER to enhance the wearability. i love kevyn aucoin! This concealer showed me two things: this product is beyond amazing, and its possible to find a full coverage concealer that doesnt take a lot of manipulating to look natural. They helped me to pick out the correct colour for my skin tone (SX 10) and order online as Australia doesn't have a Kevyn Aucoin counter. What concealers do u think?? I have combination skin, do you think it will sit on my skin well? Hiya BP! Nars Sheer Matte in Santa Fe dark and orange yellow This formula is nothing to be afraid of, though; that just means you start with a small amount of product and add another layer if you need to. 3. Cheers & haveagoodweekendmate:D . Thanks for stopping by! Its intense coverage means that I need a small amount of product to achieve the look Im after, and once its on, it stays put. How would u rate this in comparison to the Hourglasswould it be as good for the oilies as the Hourglass is rec'd?? I have the darkest under eye circles and am the shade Light Bisque in BB creamy concealer. I love this foundation and have ordered a full size of the product. #16 (the darkest shade for the darkest skin tones you may encounter, but you can use the lighter shades to create a lighter shade as well!). It can be applied straight from the tube with a foundation brush for an absolutely flawless finish! Thanks for all the info. It works sooo well as a concealer, and I love spreading it casually sheered out elsewhere. SX 02: warm ivory for very light skin tones Also do you know if it would work for a oily t zone? I have a natural highlight in the middle of my face red on the outside slightly neutral/yellow in the middle, but not too yellow closer. I am so happy that you are falling in love with the Sheer Expert! Your update made my eveningthank you ; ). Hi, I can't wear neutral undertones because it will appear pinkish on me later on (weird) that's why I crossed out SX07. Keep reading for our full product review. Can't wait to hear your thoughts! #7 will be one shade lighter as well, but has more neutral undertones. Allure may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with SX 03 (missing): very light with neutral undertones A. Decrease quantity for The Sensual Skin Enhancer, Increase quantity for The Sensual Skin Enhancer. 2022 Cond Nast. It matches perfectly on my skin. I'd really appreciate u telling me the ways u wear it as foundation & the prep & products u use with it?? I hope you are able to gear me towards the right shade of sse.