The wrong shade of foundation can make saggy jowls look worse

When applied correctly, a smooth layer of foundation can give you a flawless, glowing appearance. However, when makeup is even one shade deeper or lighter than your natural tone, this can leave the dreaded line of demarcation on the jawline.

This immediately draws attention to loose neck skin and instantly ruins a makeup look.

So, how do you choose a color that's right for you? It depends on where you prefer to purchase your cosmetics.

If you're a department store kind of woman, you may have it a little easier since employees at the makeup counters are usually trained to help customers choose shades of foundation.

Women who prefer to go a simpler route and buy cosmetics at the drug store may need to employ a trial-and-error technique. It may be best to seek out retailers that have a good return policies on cosmetics. This way, you can return products that don't match the darkness or tone of your complexion.

Lastly, don't forget to seek out the best neck creams on the market in order to reduce the appearance of saggy jowls.