Summer is right around the corner [HOLLA! 🙌 ], which for most of us means making a few changes to our beauty routine. You know, to combine lightweight products that are perfect for days in the sun – instead of heavy foundations that are likely to sweat at lunchtime! Insert: tinted moisturizer.
If you are someone who likes light coverage this season [as opposed to a heavy foundation], a tinted moisturizer is a great choice! They provide a bit of color and coverage without sacrificing the weightless feel. Wear them on their own or in layers according to your usual beauty routine – the choice is yours. Either way, say hello to a sunny summer – all while spending less time in front of the mirror and more time outside enjoying the season! And as a bonus: most products have SPF, which we can totally use! With so many great products on the shelves, the LIY Team and Ambassadors have taken care of themselves – and skin! 😉 We tested some of the most popular tinted moisturizers on the market to find the best one for our skin type! Get ready to glow, friends. These are the best tinted moisturizers!
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Cream Tarte + SPF 20
I’ve been using it for a year or so and I don’t plan on changing it anytime soon. It’s my daily foundation because I love it has SPF 20, gives a flawless finish and feels like a cloud. You have to try this for the softest, smoothest, smoothest formula! It lasts all day, but doesn’t look cakey!
Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer + SPF 30
I was excited to try this tinted moisturizer as it received rave reviews – although it is a better option for SPF coverage, its application is not my favorite. I. I feel like I’m applying sunscreen and it’s a bit greasy for me. However, it did hold up all day!
Ilia Skin Tint + SPF 40
This feels very moist and moisturizing and light on my skin. I have very dry skin and this feels very moisturizing. This gives really great full coverage even though it feels very light. Worth the money!
IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Foundation + SPF 50
I love this product! It has really good coverage and blurs my pores. It has a thicker consistency, but it feels light on my skin and isn’t sticky at all. It covers very well; I feel like this gives better coverage than any foundation I’ve tried! Great product, but not a moisturizer for dry skin.
Neutrogena Healthy Skin Radiant Tinted Facial Moisturizer SPF 30
I love this product but it’s probably my least favorite of the brands I’ve tested. It says it’s radiant, but I feel it’s pretty dim. It feels very light on my skin, but has pretty good coverage. Not sticky at all! A good “savings” option if you are on a tight budget!
Summer Fridays Sheer Skin Tint
I love this product! It feels like I’m not wearing anything. It’s light, but definitely evens out my skin tone. Also, it is easy to blend and buildable for more coverage. One complaint: this product doesn’t contain any SPF, so I recommend starting with a daily facial sunscreen before applying this product.
Colourpop Pretty Fresh Hyaluronic Acid Tinted Moisturizer
Love it! Works great for my oily face and is the perfect match for my pre-summer color. I get greasy pretty quickly, but this maintains the oil-free look for longer. It covers pigmented areas wonderfully and the final finish is perfect! This product does not contain any SPF, so I recommend starting with a daily facial sunscreen before applying this product.
NARS Pure Radient + SPF 30
Not my favorite. I really want to love this. I’ve tried the radiant long-wearing foundation and I love it, but this one just wasn’t for me. It makes my face greasy and sticky pretty quickly after applying. If you have oily skin, save your money and skip this one!
Saie Slip Tint Dewy Tinted Moisturizer + SPF 35
Saie Slip Tint feels great on my skin and gives me a dewy glow. The consistency is like mousse, so it feels very light and moisturizing! I really like this post! Note: It was a bit watery at first so I had to throw away the first few pumps, then it was fine! Be sure to shake well before use!
BareMineral Skin Rescue + SPF 30
LOVE! Good coverage, feels great and gives a perfect glow to my skin. I have dry skin and my skin loves this one, but if you’re oily this might not be the best one for you.
Beauty Counter Dew Skin Tinted Moisturizer + SPF 20
Great light coverage feels great on my skin! This is a perfect everyday product in the summer! Note: this is one of the more expensive products we’ve tested – it’s a bit too gimmicky! But if you’ve tried any of the Beautycounter products before, you know they’re worth every penny!
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