skin tone

Example Sentences

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Afterwards, he returned to his apartment and edited images on his computer, adjusting light and skin tone.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026

Whether it's trying to cover up blemishes, match your foundation to your skin tone or create a bold eye look, picking out the right colours is an important part of doing your make-up.

From BBC • May 8, 2025

Similarly, betalains, the pigments responsible for rich reds and yellows, offer detoxifying and anti-inflammatory benefits but are excreted by the body without a visible effect on skin tone.

From Salon • Jan. 20, 2025

One woman said: “The skin tone stood out and his nose,” according to the petition.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 22, 2024

They talk about face shape and skin tone, and they point out a bunch of kids who are wearing the wrong colors for their complexions.

From "The Thing About Jellyfish" by Ali Benjamin