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- yoonjae12Sep 30, 2024 (UTC)Combination Skin
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ConsI have a yellow undertone on my body (around shade 22) but redness on my face. Shade 23 only works for me in winter. Personally, I hate brightening makeup (I prefer when my face and neck match - it covers blemishes better and looks more natural outside. I can't stand when my face looks like it's floating!) Most Age20's shades have a grayish-pink undertone, so even 23 looks quite pale. The brightness level is close to 22, but the color isn't particularly flattering. However, considering the brand's target audience of middle-aged consumers who like brightening effects and dewiness, it makes sense. The product itself is great, but the shade just doesn't work for me. I heard their new Silk(?) line is more semi-matte, and matte products usually have more subdued shades, so I'm planning to try that. I wish they'd expand their shade range to include more neutral/warm bases. They seem to focus on frequently releasing new cases rather than improving the basics. It would be nice if they focused on the fundamentals instead of just flashy marketing. (I noticed their Essence Cover(?) version on Amazon US has a much wider shade range.)