Fact-checked
х

All iLive content is medically reviewed or fact checked to ensure as much factual accuracy as possible.

We have strict sourcing guidelines and only link to reputable media sites, academic research institutions and, whenever possible, medically peer reviewed studies. Note that the numbers in parentheses ([1], [2], etc.) are clickable links to these studies.

If you feel that any of our content is inaccurate, out-of-date, or otherwise questionable, please select it and press Ctrl + Enter.

Makeup and clothing color for pale skin

Medical expert of the article

Dermatologist
, medical expert
Last reviewed: 04.07.2025

Applying makeup for pale skin is no longer a particularly difficult task. The modern industry has introduced a large number of colors and shades that will present pale skin in a favorable light.

Of course, bright makeup will look ridiculous on alabaster skin. You should not use bright blue and light blue, brown and pink shades of eyeshadow. You should give preference to pale colors - light sand, soft pink, light gray, beige and brown shades. In this range, you can use both cold and warm shades. Pearlescent shadows should be used with caution: they can be used to slightly lighten the inner corners of the eyes or apply ivory shadows under the eyebrows to make the eyes visually larger.

If you use eyeliner to draw a clear line above and below the eyes, it will look spectacular on pale skin. You can make thin curved lines, straight lines, and decorate the eyes in the manner of a cat.

Porcelain skin tones look great with black mascara. Avoid plum, blue, and light blue shades of mascara, as these colors will make alabaster skin look washed out.

Foundation for pale skin

It is possible to emphasize the porcelain tone of the skin by using modern decorative cosmetics, for example, foundation.

Foundation for pale skin is represented by the following brands: Chanel, Dior, Clinique. For pale skin, you should not choose shades of foundation with a yellow base and bronzers. There is a trick that will help make the complexion more even. You need to mix the foundation and moisturizer in a 3:2 ratio and apply to the face.

Blush for pale skin

Bright shades of pink blush are prohibited for those with alabaster skin. Preference should be given to soft pink or peach shades.

Using blush can transform a woman's appearance. First, apply blush to the cheekbones and blend. Then apply a small amount of blush to the upper eyelid. Some makeup artists recommend using blush only on the upper cheekbones, away from the nasolabial folds. This technique will give the face a younger, fresher look.

Lipstick for pale skin

Pale skin needs to be refreshed and given a healthy look. Using lipstick is the perfect way to achieve this goal.

Owners of porcelain skin will suit soft shades of lipsticks and glosses, namely peach, pink and sand. Thanks to them, the lips will acquire a seductive color, and the skin will become radiant and fresh.

Powder for pale skin

Choosing a powder for pale skin is quite difficult. We can recommend products from the following manufacturers, which are ideal for porcelain skin:

  1. Luminaire, tone "0".
  2. Mary Kay, color "ivory 1".
  3. Max Factor No. 01, 20, 85.
  4. Bourgeois Biodetox, there are several suitable shades.
  5. L`Oreal Alliance Perfect, tone R1.
  6. Vivienne Sabo, Moisturizing Powder in the Lightest Shade.
  7. Chambord, light shades.
  8. Isa Dora, anti-shine.
  9. Pupa Silk Touch, No. 1.
  10. Triumph, light shade.

Hair Color for Pale Skin

Owners of pale skin often suffer from their disadvantage - excessive pallor of the skin of the face and body seems to be a manifestation of illness. But, having a creative approach, you can turn any disadvantage into an advantage. This method is choosing a good hair color if you have pale skin.

The most successful combination is considered to be dark hair and pale, porcelain skin. And brunettes with brown eyes, endowed with very light skin, are wildly popular among men. Therefore, owners of pale skin can compensate for this disadvantage and emphasize their "highlights" by changing the color of their hair with the help of dyeing. The first time such a procedure should be done with the help of an experienced hairdresser who will advise you to choose the right shade of paint, as well as its manufacturer. It should be noted that "pale-faced" women, as a rule, have very sensitive skin, which can react with allergic rashes to any aggressive cosmetics and household chemicals.

Most often, the natural hair color of healthy women with pale skin is red. Although there are also blondes (blondes) with blue eyes, whom nature has endowed with light and sensitive skin. If the fair sex does not consider it necessary to change their hair color, then they need to brighten up the manifestations of excessive pallor with the help of makeup and the appropriate color of clothing.

Clothing Colors for Pale Skin

Many people with fair skin face the problem of choosing clothes. For example, light colors can blur the facial features of porcelain skin owners and make them look like ghosts. Therefore, clothing designers have developed certain rules that should be followed if you want to create an attractive appearance.

  1. First of all, it is necessary to use dark colors in clothing - dark blue, various shades of blue, emerald.
  2. Bright, pure colors of clothing for those with pale skin, such as red, yellow, and green, will also look good.
  3. Fans of black clothing should use bright accessories, for example, in red tones.
  4. Avoid wearing white, beige, orange, cream and terracotta colored clothes. These shades will make light skin look even paler.
  5. Pastel-colored clothes are also not suitable for those with porcelain skin. But if, nevertheless, bright colors are not your favorite, then you should resort to pastel colors of cold shades, for example, turquoise.

Swimsuit Color for Pale Skin

The color of a swimsuit for pale skin should emphasize the advantages of its owner, and not vice versa. Therefore, the most preferable are neon-colored swimsuits, which enhance the brightness of the sun's rays and make owners of pale skin more attractive.

For "pale-faced" women, blue and turquoise swimsuits are most suitable. Anything that resembles the color of a sea wave is ideal for very light skin.


The iLive portal does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
The information published on the portal is for reference only and should not be used without consulting a specialist.
Carefully read the rules and policies of the site. You can also contact us!

Copyright © 2011 - 2025 iLive. All rights reserved.