Abstract: According to the present invention there is provided a method for selecting colour cosmetics which are most flattering for a given complexion shade.

Abstract: Cosmetic composition providing a high coverage of skin while retaining a natural skin appearance comprising iron oxide particles having an average surface area from 30 m2/g to 150 m2/g, iron-containing titanium dioxide particles having an average surface area from 1 m2/g to 30 m2/g and comprising from 1% to 15% iron by weight of the titanium dioxide, and a cosmetically acceptable carrier and its use as a foundation and/or as a composition to correct skin discoloration surrounding the eye.

Abstract: Processes for reducing the appearance of ashiness or pastiness on skin by applying thereto a cosmetic composition comprising transparent iron oxide particles, iron-containing titanium dioxide particles, and a cosmetically acceptable carrier. These processes are useful to provide coverage of skin imperfections and/or skin tonal variations and/or skin discoloration surrounding the eyes on different types of skin, while, at the same time, retaining a natural skin appearance.

Abstract: Cosmetic composition providing a high coverage of skin while retaining a natural skin appearance comprising iron oxide particles having an average primary particle size of less than or equal to 100 nm, iron-containing titanium dioxide particles having an average primary particle size of at least 105 nm and comprising from 1% to 15% iron by weight of the titanium dioxide, and a cosmetically acceptable carrier and its use as a foundation and/or as a composition to correct skin discoloration surrounding the eye.