Psst! Have you heard?! There’s a new addition to the Halo Glow Collection! We’re so excited to introduce you to our Halo Glow Skin Tint with SPF 50. It’s your skin, but glowier, with lightweight coverage, sun protection, and that signature dewy finish we all love.
There are 18 different shades to choose from, but no need to panic when it comes to picking your perfect match; we formulated our skin tint to adapt to a wide range of undertones and skin tones, so that there’s truly a shade match for everyone. These aren’t rigid foundation shades—think sheer, skin-enhancing tints that let your natural tone shine through. That means multiple shades can work for you depending on the makeup look you’re going for, which makes finding your perfect shade match easier than ever.
Need help decoding your undertone or deciding between two different skin tint shades? We’re sharing all of our tips and tricks to help you find your skin tint shade match and lock in your look.
How to Find Your Skin Tint Shade
Not sure which shade to grab? Let’s break it down. Your perfect skin tint shade starts with knowing your skin tone (fair, medium, deep, etc.) and your undertone (cool, warm, or neutral). Not sure where you land? Head to our undertones blog where we’re breaking down all the details on how to identify your skin tone and undertone.
If undertones have always felt a little intimidating, we have some good news for you: our skin tint was made to be super flexible. With its sheer, buildable coverage and skin-blending pigment, you don’t have to stress over an exact match—these shades are designed to adapt. Whether you’re in between tones or change shades with the seasons, you’ve got room to play.
Shade Matches for Fair to Light Skin Tones
Fair to light skin tones, this one’s for you! If you're a shade 00, 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 in our Halo Glow Liquid Filter, you’ll likely find your match in 1N Fair, 2W Fair, 3C Fair, 4N Light, 5W Light, or 6C Light in our skin tint with SPF. Not sure which one fits best? Let’s decode it:
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1N Fair : neutral undertones (you look good in both silver and gold)
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2W Fair : warm undertones (you tan easily and lean golden)
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3C Fair : cool undertones (rosy cheeks and pinkish undertones)
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4N Light : neutral undertones (you balance cool and warm tones beautifully)
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5W Light : warm undertones (gold jewelry compliments you well)
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6C Light : cool undertones (your skin has soft pink or rosy hues)
That may seem like a lot of choices, but we did that for a reason! Thanks to our skin tint’s sheer, buildable formula, you’ve got some flexibility—apply a thin layer for a barely-there tint or build it up where you want a little more coverage.
To finish the look, set your glow with our Halo Glow Powder Filter. We recommend fair neutral, fair cool, fair warm, light neutral, or light warm depending on your undertone.
Shade Matches for Medium to Tan Skin Tones
For medium to tan skin tones, here’s our recommendations for finding your perfect skin tint shade match. If you’re usually shades 4, 5, 5.5, or 6 in our Halo Glow Liquid Filter, your best bets for our Halo Glow Skin Tint SPF 50 are 7W Medium, 8N Medium, 9C Medium, 10N Tan, 11W Tan, or 12C Tan. Here's the breakdown:
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7W Medium : warm undertones (your skin leans golden or peachy—think sun-kissed glow)
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8N Medium : neutral undertones (you’re right in the middle—balanced and versatile)
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9C Medium : cool undertones (your skin may show hints of pink or olive)
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10N Tan : neutral undertones (you can rock both cool and warm tones)
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11W Tan : warm undertones (your skin leans golden)
Thanks to our skin tint’s lightweight, buildable formula, you’ve got wiggle room—sheer it out for a no-makeup makeup look, or layer it up for more even (but still lightweight!) coverage.
To finish your look and keep your glow in place, reach for our pressed powder. For medium skin tones, we recommend reaching for shades medium warm or medium neutral. For tan skin tones, we recommend tan warm, medium warm, light neutral, or deep neutral if you want a slightly deeper, balanced finish. Either way, it’s the perfect soft-focus setting powder to your radiant base.
Shade Matches for Deep to Rich Skin Tones
For deep to rich skin tones, here’s our recommendations for finding your perfect skin tint shade match. If you’re a shade 6.5, 7, 8, or 8.5 in our Halo Glow Liquid Filter, your perfect Halo Glow Skin Tint SPF 50 match may be 13N Deep, 14W Deep, 15C Deep, 16C Rich, 17W Rich, or 18N Rich. Here’s how to decide:
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13N Deep : neutral undertones (you balance both cool and warm tones effortlessly)
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14W Deep : warm undertones (your skin has golden, red, or bronze hues)
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15C Deep : cool undertones (your skin leans more blue or berry-rich in undertone)
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16C Rich : cool undertones (your skin has deeper, cooler hues—think blue or purple undertones)
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17W Rich : warm undertones (you’ve got a golden or red undertone that shines beautifully in warm-toned makeup)
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18N Rich : neutral undertones (a perfect balance between cool and warm tones)
This flexible, fluid formula means you’ve got options—blend it out with your fingers for that second-skin feel or build it up with a makeup sponge where you want more coverage.
To seal in your look, set it with our Halo Glow Powder Filter in deep warm, deep neutral, rich cool, or rich neutral depending on your undertone. The result? Flawless, glowing perfection that lasts and looks totally natural.
Frequently Asked Questions about Finding Your Perfect Skin Tint Shade:
What is a skin tint?
A skin tint is a lightweight makeup product that offers sheer, minimal coverage to even out skin tone while allowing your natural skin to show through. It's essentially a more subtle alternative to foundation.
Some key characteristics of skin tints include:
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Very light coverage that enhances rather than masks the skin
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Typically has a thin, water-like consistency
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Often contains skincare ingredients
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Usually gives a natural, dewy finish rather than a matte one
How do I find my undertone?
Finding your undertone can be tricky, but here are two methods to help you determine yours:
Jewelry Test
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If gold jewelry looks best on you → Warm undertone
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If silver jewelry looks best on you → Cool undertone
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If both look equally good → Neutral undertone
Vein Check
Look at the veins on your wrist in natural light:
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If they appear greenish → Warm undertone
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If they appear blue or purple → Cool undertone
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If you see both colors or they appear teal → Neutral undertone
Are skin tints full coverage?
No, skin tints are not full coverage. They're actually the opposite - they provide very minimal, sheer coverage compared to foundations or even BB/CC creams.
Skin tints are designed to:
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Lightly even out skin tone
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Add a subtle hint of color
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Let your natural skin (including freckles, birthmarks, etc.) show through
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Provide a "your skin but better" effect
Is a skin tint better than foundation?
A skin tint isn't necessarily "better" than foundation—they serve different purposes and which one is right for you depends on your preferences and needs.
Skin Tint Advantages:
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Feels lighter and more breathable on the skin
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Looks more natural and skin-like
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Often contains skincare ingredients
Foundation Advantages:
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Provides more coverage for blemishes, redness, or discoloration
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Longer-lasting wear in most cases
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Can provide specific finishes (matte, satin, etc.)