The Palette Edit

Looking washed out is one of the most common complaints women have about their appearance, and the frustrating part is that it's rarely about the quality of what they're wearing. It's almost always about "color" — specifically, the wrong colors for *your* unique coloring. Here's what's actually going on:

When makeup wearers talk about oxidation, they're usually referring to a foundation that turns orange after application. A shade that initially appears to match your skin may gradually become deeper, warmer, or more orange throughout the day. This can happen for several reasons:

An avid runner and sports fan, Samantha lives a full-throttle life—but one thing had always slowed her down: makeup. Specifically, makeup that truly worked with her coloring. She knew her palette leaned autumnal. Rich rusts, moss greens, golden browns—they always made her feel at home. Her clothing instincts were spot-on. But when it came to makeup, she kept running into roadblocks.