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It's not the end of the world if you've got a complexion so pale that it makes the polar ice caps jealous. Researchers at Canada's University of Toronto even claim that some people may associate pale complexions with vulnerability, modesty and innocence. Whether or not you're interested in channeling Little Red Riding Hood, get a foundation that complements your fairest-one-of-all skin. Makeup experts say pale-skinned women can look washed out or sallow if their foundation isn't a good match for their light complexion.
Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk in No. 2
InStyle.com named Giorgio Armani's Luminous Silk Foundation No. 2 as its best-of-the-best pale complexion liquid foundation pick for nine consecutive years. The makeup professionals at "Elle" agreed, elevating the foundation to their makeup Hall of Fame in 2010. Although the foundation comes in 17 different shades, fair-skinned ladies should focus on shade No. 2, light ivory, the palest of the Luminous Silk line. InStyle.com raves that the foundation provides coverage and a healthy sheen while being light and long-lasting.
Mary Kay TimeWise Luminous-Wear Liquid Foundation
Prevention.com's pick for the best pale foundation is Mary Kay's TimeWise Luminous-Wear Liquid Foundation. Unlike many major makeup manufacturers that don't produce enough light, complexion-friendly foundations so that fair women can find one that matches their skin tone as closely as possible, Mary Kay's Luminous-Wear line features seven variants on ivory. The foundation contains jojoba oil as a moisturizer and is best for women with normal to dry skin.
Illamasqua Rich Liquid Foundation
Illamasqua Rich Liquid Foundation is one of British makeup artist Lauren Dunn's favorite choices of foundation for pale-skinned women. Illamasqua offers seven shades suitable for fair complexions, ranging from pure, geisha-white and white with a pink undertone, to light hues that feature neutral, pink or golden undertones. Illamasqua markets its Rich Liquid Foundation line as being a professional quality makeup that provides full, long-lasting coverage without being heavy or difficult to blend.
Dainty Doll Loose Mineral Powder Foundation
Dainty Doll Loose Mineral Powder Foundation was the brainchild of Nicola Roberts, a member of the British band, Girls Aloud. After years of slathering on bronzer and fake tanners, Roberts decided she'd rather embrace her natural, milk-white complexion. Dainty Doll, a makeup line that caters to women with light skin, was born. Celebrity makeup artist Lee Pycroft recommended the Dainty Doll Loose Mineral Powder Foundation to Mail Online, praising it for giving alabaster skin a non-matte glow. The foundation helps protect light skin with antioxidants like vitamin E and an SPF of 18.
