Estee Lauder to Fenty Beauty Foundation Shade Guide
Find your Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r shade if you know your Estee Lauder Double Wear shade.
Complete Shade Conversion Table
| Estee Lauder Shade | Depth | Undertone | Fenty Beauty Match | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0N1 Alabaster | 1/12 | neutral | 100 | approximate |
| 1W1 Bone | 2/12 | warm | 130 | exact |
| 1C1 Cool Bone | 2/12 | cool | 120 | approximate |
| 1N1 Ivory Nude | 2/12 | neutral | 120 | exact |
| 2W1 Dawn | 3/12 | warm | 140 | exact |
| 2C1 Pure Beige | 3/12 | cool | 145 | exact |
| 2N1 Desert Beige | 3/12 | neutral | 150 | exact |
| 3W1 Tawny | 4/12 | warm | 185 | exact |
| 3N1 Ivory Beige | 4/12 | neutral | 210 | exact |
| 3C2 Pebble | 4/12 | cool | 185 | approximate |
| 3W2 Cashew | 5/12 | warm | 220 | exact |
| 3N2 Wheat | 5/12 | neutral | 230 | exact |
| 4W1 Honey Bronze | 6/12 | warm | 260 | exact |
| 4N1 Shell Beige | 6/12 | neutral | 270 | exact |
| 4W2 Toasty Toffee | 7/12 | warm | 300 | exact |
| 4N2 Spiced Sand | 7/12 | neutral | 310 | exact |
| 5W1 Bronze | 8/12 | warm | 330 | exact |
| 5N1 Rich Ginger | 8/12 | neutral | 340 | exact |
| 5W2 Rich Caramel | 9/12 | warm | 370 | exact |
| 5N2 Amber Honey | 9/12 | neutral | 385 | exact |
| 6W1 Sandalwood | 10/12 | warm | 400 | exact |
| 6N1 Mocha | 10/12 | neutral | 420 | exact |
| 7W1 Deep Spice | 11/12 | warm | 440 | exact |
| 7N1 Deep Amber | 11/12 | neutral | 440 | approximate |
| 8N1 Espresso | 12/12 | neutral | 498 | exact |
How We Match Shades
Our shade matching system works by comparing two key properties of each foundation shade:
Shade Depth
Each shade is mapped to a universal depth scale from 1 (very fair) to 12 (very deep). Shades with the same depth number are the closest match.
Undertone
We match warm, cool, neutral, and olive undertones. An exact undertone match plus same depth gives the highest confidence rating.
Confidence Ratings
Want more precise matching?
Use our full Foundation Shade Matcher to compare across all 13+ brands, or take the Skin Tone Finder quiz first.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fenty Beauty a good alternative to Estee Lauder?
Fenty Beauty (Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Foundation) offers comparable shade coverage to Estee Lauder (Double Wear Stay-in-Place). Both brands provide shades across a wide range of depths and undertones. The best match depends on your specific shade — check the table above for your conversion.
Why doesn't my Estee Lauder shade have an exact match in Fenty Beauty?
Not all brands use the same depth/undertone combinations. If your shade shows "close" or "approximate", it means Fenty Beauty doesn't have a shade with the exact same depth + undertone, but the suggested match is the nearest available option.
Should I go lighter or darker if the match is approximate?
If the match is approximate, we recommend testing the suggested shade in natural daylight. If it looks slightly off, try one shade lighter for a more natural look or one shade darker for more coverage. Many stores in India (like Nykaa, Sephora) offer testers.
How accurate is this shade matching?
Our matching system uses a universal depth (1-12) and undertone (warm/cool/neutral) scale to map shades across brands. "Exact" matches are typically very accurate. "Close" matches are good starting points. Always test on your jawline in natural light for the best result.