Maybelline to L'Oreal Foundation Shade Guide
Find your L'Oreal True Match shade if you know your Maybelline Fit Me shade.
Complete Shade Conversion Table
| Maybelline Shade | Depth | Undertone | L'Oreal Paris Match | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110 Porcelain | 1/12 | cool | R1/C1 Rose Ivory | exact |
| 115 Ivory | 2/12 | warm | W2 Light Ivory | exact |
| 120 Classic Ivory | 2/12 | cool | W2 Light Ivory | approximate |
| 125 Nude Beige | 3/12 | neutral | N3 Creamy Beige | exact |
| 128 Warm Nude | 3/12 | warm | W3 Nude Beige | exact |
| 130 Buff Beige | 4/12 | neutral | W4 Golden Beige | approximate |
| 220 Natural Beige | 5/12 | warm | W5 Sand Beige | exact |
| 222 True Beige | 5/12 | neutral | N5 True Beige | exact |
| 228 Soft Tan | 6/12 | warm | W6 Sun Beige | exact |
| 230 Natural Buff | 6/12 | neutral | N6 Honey | exact |
| 232 Light Honey | 7/12 | warm | W7 Caramel Beige | exact |
| 235 Pure Beige | 7/12 | cool | W7 Caramel Beige | approximate |
| 238 Rich Tan | 7/12 | warm | W7 Caramel Beige | exact |
| 310 Sun Beige | 8/12 | warm | W8 Cappuccino | exact |
| 320 Natural Tan | 8/12 | neutral | N8 Cacao | exact |
| 330 Toffee | 9/12 | warm | W9 Deep Golden | exact |
| 332 Golden Caramel | 10/12 | warm | W10 Deep Golden | exact |
| 335 Classic Tan | 10/12 | neutral | N10 Cocoa | exact |
| 338 Spicy Brown | 11/12 | warm | W10 Deep Golden | close |
| 340 Cappuccino | 12/12 | warm | W10 Deep Golden | approximate |
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
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Use our full Foundation Shade Matcher to compare across all 13+ brands, or take the Skin Tone Finder quiz first.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is L'Oreal Paris a good alternative to Maybelline?
L'Oreal Paris (True Match Foundation) offers comparable shade coverage to Maybelline (Fit Me Matte + Poreless). 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 Maybelline shade have an exact match in L'Oreal Paris?
Not all brands use the same depth/undertone combinations. If your shade shows "close" or "approximate", it means L'Oreal Paris 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.