Have you ever stood in front of a wall of foundation bottles or scrolled an online makeup page with absolutely no idea which one is actually your shade? You’re not alone. Foundation shade matching is one of the trickiest parts of building a makeup routine and getting it wrong doesn’t just waste money, it can make your whole face look off, especially as our skin tone and undertones shift with age.
That’s exactly why I love the Olive Rose Shade Match Quiz. It takes just a few minutes, and at the end, you’ll get a personalized shade recommendation so you can stop guessing and start glowing.
Why Foundation Shade Matching Matters (Especially After 40)
Skin tone isn’t static…it changes with sun exposure, hormones, and age. A foundation that matched you five years ago may not be your match today. Wearing the wrong shade can make your skin look ashy, orange, flat, or tired, even when your skincare routine is doing everything right. On the flip side, the right shade does the opposite: it evens out your complexion and lets your natural glow show through. You look healthy!
This is one of the most common mistakes I see as a certified makeup artist, and it’s also one of the easiest to fix.
How the Olive Rose Shade Match Quiz Works
The quiz is quick, simple, and takes the guesswork out of shade matching. Just answer a few short questions about your skin, and you’ll be matched to your ideal Olive Rose skin tint shade.
Once you know your shade range, here’s what pairs beautifully with your skin tint:
- Shades 1–3: Fair contour, paired with Seashell Rose, Sweet Rose, or Wild Rose blush
- Shades 4–6: Light contour, paired with Strawberry Hill, Seashell Rose, Sweet Rose, or Wild Rose blush
- Shades 7–10: Medium contour, paired with Lovers Lane, Rosewood, or Wild Rose
- Shades 10–14: Deep contour, paired with Lovers Lane, Midnight Rose, or Rosewood blush
To find your perfect concealer, simply count over the number of skin tint shade you are. For instance, if you are Shade 7 in skin tint, then your concealer shade will be LM1.
Check out the Olive Rose Makeup Guide I created so you can see the Olive Rose makeup swatches and what the shades look like!
Use the cheat sheets below to make it really easy to know what shades go well together!
What Makes Olive Rose Makeup Different?
Olive Rose is a clean, skincare infused cream-based makeup line designed to simplify your beauty routine…especially if you’re over 40 and want your makeup to feel effortless, not overwhelming.
What makes it different? The formulas are hydrating, nourishing, blendable, and incredibly flattering on mature skin. No heavy powders, no cakey finishes…just products that enhance your natural features and give you that healthy, radiant glow.
Olive Rose focuses on multipurpose products like contour sticks, blushes, lip butters, and creamy skin tints that work together seamlessly. The textures melt into your skin (instead of sitting on the surface), which makes them ideal for everyday wear…even if you’re short on time or not super confident with makeup.
Whether you’re brand new to cream products or just looking for a glow-up that fits your current season of life, Olive Rose makes it easy to look polished without piling on product. It’s makeup that supports your skin and your schedule.
As a certified makeup artist, it’s my makeup of choice I use on myself and I recommend for my clients. It gives your skin such a heathy glow…especially on mature skin!!
Read my Olive Rose makeup review!
What About Seint?
If you’re already using or curious about Seint, the same shade-matching principles apply…your undertone and depth matter just as much there. I’m happy to help you find your match in either line, but for most of my clients right now, I recommend starting with the Olive Rose quiz because the makeup is skincare infused and so nourishing and hydrating…especially for mature skin!
Read my Olive Rose vs Seint review!
Still Not Sure? Get Personal Help
If you’d rather skip the guesswork altogether, fill out my makeup form and I’ll personally put together a full makeup routine for you…shades, products, and all…based on your skin, coloring, and preferences. As a certified makeup artist, I love helping you know EXACTLY what to buy!
Watch: Finding Your Foundation Match on Video
I made a video walking through exactly how to take the quiz, what your results mean, and how to get personalized help if you need it. It’s the perfect companion to help you understand the importance of finding your right makeup shades.
Also, if you’re curious how to apply this skincare infused makeup line, watch the tutorial I created below…
FAQs
- What are the benefits of taking a color match quiz? Taking the Olive Rose Shade Match Quiz helps you narrow down exactly which skin tint shade…plus which contour and blush shades will work best for your unique coloring, so you’re not guessing at the makeup counter.
- Why is it important to take a quiz before purchasing? If you don’t like wasting time or money, taking a foundation color match quiz before you buy helps you choose the right shade the first time, instead of learning it’s wrong after you’ve already brought it home.
- How do I know what foundation color to buy? The easiest way is to take the Olive Rose Shade Match Quiz…it’ll point you straight to your best shade. If you want more personalized guidance, you can also fill out my makeup form to get one-on-one help from a certified makeup artist.
- What if I’m not sure which shade range I fall into? That’s exactly what the quiz is for! It’s designed to take the guesswork out, but if you’re still unsure after your results, reach out and I’m happy to help you double check. Or fill out my MAKEUP FORM!
Ready to Find Your Shade?
Foundation shouldn’t be a mystery, and you shouldn’t have to waste time or money figuring it out through trial and error. Take the Olive Rose Shade Match Quiz today, and if you want a second set of expert eyes, I’m just a form away.
Stop wasting your time and your money on makeup that doesn’t look good on you!
Here are some other blog posts that you might enjoy:
- How to Apply Contour and Bronzer Over 40: A Step-by-Step Guide
- How to Apply Makeup Over 40: Step-by-Step Guide for Mature Skin
- The Best Needle-Free Skincare for Aging Gracefully
- How to Layer Products Correctly in Your 40s and 50s
- Eyeshadow Tips for Hooded Eyes
About the Author
JoEllen is a licensed aesthetician, certified makeup artist, makeup mentor, and certified John Maxwell coach, speaker, and trainer. She has been working with women for 18 years helping them look and feel confident. She loves teaching women simple beauty techniques so they can feel empowered to try it at home. She believes that when you look and feel good, you do good!
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