Beauty News NYC Interview - January 10, 2007

What shade of Red is best for me…….

Q: Is there a red to suit every woman's skin tone or is this a myth?
A: Red is color that everyone can wear. It depends on the value (light to dark), undertone (cool or warm) and intensity (brightness or saturation) of the color. For example, red can be light or medium in value rather than typically perceived as dark. It can be muted with brown, or it can be golden. Based on your hair, eye and skin color, the correct shade of red can be determined. Also, the coverage level is important too. Red is great to wear as a sheer gloss or lipstick for just a hint of berry. Or coupled with a soft gold shimmer...


Q: Are there any guidelines to picking a red based on hair and skin color?


HAIR COLOR: Blonde

Blonde, Pale to olive skin skin = Light,clear red = Coral
Blonde, Rosy skin = Clear, vivid red = Claret
Blonde, Golden skin = Light, warm red = Ginger
Blonde, Dark skin = Medium red = Maroon

HAIR COLOR: Red

Red, Pale to olive skin = Light brown red = Paprika
Red, Rosy skin = Medium vivid red = Rose
Red, Golden skin = Medium golden red = Cinnamon
Red, Dark skin = Medium brown red = Garnet

HAIR COLOR: BROWN

Brown, Pale to olive skin = Brown red = Cranberry
Brown, Rosy skin = Deep vivid red = Scarlet
Brown, Golden skin = Deep golden red = Mango
Brown, Dark skin = Deep bright red = Burgundy

HAIR COLOR: BLACK

Black, Pale to olive skin = Jewel tone = Ruby
Black, Rosy skin = Dark vivid red = Crimson
Black, Golden skin = High contrast golden red = Tomato
Black, Dark skin = Dark bright red = Cherry