the foundation struggle.

So after my latest foundation purchase I felt compelled to write about how hard it is to buy foundations when you're a non-white woman,up until 2 years ago I didn't realize how big of a problem it was.And with the Fenty launch it was pretty obvious that a lot of brands simply didn't care to make darker shades.
Although I somewhat have improved on my understanding on foundations especially how to pick out your shade and what formula works best.It's still not easy to buy. I know almost all of my black friends have some restrictions and have to spend twice as much. So I have put together a little guide to make it easier.
Undertones

The most important thing to know when buying foundations is learning your undertone. It took me a while to figure out but I have a yellow undertone with golden hues. There are many charts you can find on google but the best way I've found is to match foundations to your chest especially if you have uneven skin tones. Undertones are determined by the under layer of your skin there is also the whole checking your veins thing but I find that confusing this is the best chart I've found.

Formulas

Foundations just like skincare comes in different variations I've found what works best for me is dewy foundations that are lightweight.If you have oily or combination skin then opt for matte foundations like MAC studio fix, Estee lauders double wear and Urban decay. For dry skin then dewy foundations help to hydrate your skin whilst providing a tint , Bobbi brown and NARS are very popular for their dewy foundations as well as Giorgio Armani luminous silk.

My verdict + experience 

For me I've trialed many foundations and what works best for my combination skin is dewy lightweight foundations. The Nars one scores highest for color match and formula. Often when I find a foundation that has great reviews and a winning formula it always falls short on the color range.So if you're a black girl opt for looking at the shade range first and the formula second it saves you heartbreak,trust me !

The ordinary foundation is pretty much a bargain not only is the formula beautiful and skin like/lightweight it also has pretty good shade range and is separated into undertones making it easier to buy online. 

New to me is the Milani foundation which I unfortunately messed up with shade selection (My fault for once again ordering online and getting overexcited) However in my defense this mixed with the ordinary foundation is workable and could possibly be my summer shade. The Milani is a lot thicker then the other two but it gives you the coverage you need.I don't want to say it's full coverage because I could still see some of my marks around my mouth.

Personally I don't mind because I always layer my foundations and use a lot of concealer to get the coverage I like. I don't like anything that's heavy or thick so no double wear for me.

Shades, NARS ADL- tahoe,The Ordinary 3.0Y, Milani,Golden Tan 10

Let me know some of your WOC approved foundations !