Foundation is the unicorn of cosmetics - it is fabled that there is a colour to match every skin tone, but actually finding such a thing is a seemingly impossible mission.

Now, a 3D 'printing' device has been developed to make sure all ethnicities and skin types are covered, and it can scan an individual face to produce a specific, precision-matched colour.

The Adorn 3D makeup pen has inbuilt sensors that scan your face in total darkness, printing a natural skin tone from more than 75,000 shades.

Foundation is the unicorn of cosmetics — it's fabled that there is a colour to match every skin tone, but actually finding such a thing is a seemingly impossible mission. Now, a 3D 'printing' device has been developed to make sure all ethnicities and skin types are covered

According to the website, the foundation is 'so accurate you won't be able to tell the difference.'

After scanning the user's face, the pen will let out a small beep, and print the unique colour it has generated.

As skin colour changes throughout the year with seasonal exposure to sun, the Adorn boasts colour-matching consistency without having to be replaced.

The portable makeup printer comes equipped with a pre-filled foundation cartridge, and can be used repeatedly to scan different tones.

The colour cartridges are refillable and can be replaced when needed for under $20.

The cylindrical foundation pen is powered by rechargeable batteries, which can last up to a few weeks, depending on the frequency of use.

As skin colour changes throughout the year with seasonal exposure to sun, the Adorn boasts colour-matching consistency without having to be replaced. The portable makeup printer comes equipped with a pre-filled foundation cartridge, and can be used repeatedly to scan different tones

Typical foundation is blended using blue, black, and white pigmentation, which Adorn expands upon to create its massive spectrum.

Adorn's 'skin-smart' blend is suitable for all skin types, according to the website, from oily to dry to combination, and aims to achieve a healthy, natural look.

THE 3D PRINTER FOR FOUNDATION - HOW IT WORKS The Adorn 3D makeup pen has inbuilt sensors that scan your face in total darkness, printing a natural skin tone from more than 75,000 shades. After scanning the user's face, the pen will let out a small beep, and print the unique colour it has generated. As skin colour changes throughout the year with seasonal exposure to sun, the Adorn boasts colour-matching consistency without having to be replaced. The portable makeup printer comes equipped with a pre-filled foundation cartridge, and can be used repeatedly to scan different tones. The cylindrical foundation pen is powered by rechargeable batteries, which can last up to a few weeks, depending on the frequency of use. According to the website, the foundation is 'so accurate you won't be able to tell the difference.' The cylindrical foundation pen is powered by rechargeable batteries, which can last up to a few weeks, depending on the frequency of use Advertisement

Its ingredients include the anti-wrinkle peptide Matrixyl 3000, along with Litchiderm, green tea, and sodium hyaluronate, to keep skin hydrated.

The formula comes sans parabens, sulfates, synthetic fragrances, phthalates, GMO's, and Triclosan, which are commonly found in makeup, and also has SPF protection.

Adorn can scan an individual face to produce a specific, precision-matched colour. The 3D makeup pen has inbuilt sensors that scan your face in total darkness, printing a natural skin tone from more than 75,000 shades

Adorn can now be pre-ordered for $139.00, down from its original price of $279.00.

The makeup pen is available in five colours: gold, space grey, cherry red, pink, and black.