Just over a few years ago during an acne-stricken meltdown at work, my ex-editor introduced the “individual spotlight” concept to me before questioning where my stories were filed. Simply put, the “individual spotlight” concept is that no one really notices or cares about whatever you have on your face. TLDR: it’s not that serious unless you have gangrene or jaundice. This then brings about why I’m writing this story about the best tinted moisturisers.
They’re the sweet spot between a moisturiser and a liquid foundation because they cover up small to “medium level” imperfections without weight or cakiness. They’re really easy to use because you can just use your fingers. Also, because they’re the best tinted moisturisers money can buy and come with skincare benefits too.
Pictured Above: The Fenty Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint Foundation might not look like it’s doing much but what it does the most is best viewed through a camera. It blurs away imperfections like pores or mild discolouration (think of it as a selfie using an Android front camera) and keeps the effect going for up to eight hours. Bonus: it even hydrates the skin.
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The By Terry Hyaluronic Hydra-Foundation is one of the best tinted moisturisers in the market because somehow (science!) it delivers semi-full coverage that does not transfer. However, tt works best on dry skin as its finish is matte-luminous thanks to light-reflecting pigments.
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Feels like water, hydrates like water and dries down like water, the Dior Forever Summer Skin will instantly make you look like you had a full eight hours of sleep. It’s even heat- and sweat-proof while its nozzle ensures that you won’t overuse it by squeezing too much out.
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Sometimes, the most low-key of products make for the best tinted moisturisers. In this case, the Lab Series BB Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 35 PA+++ is a sunblock meets moisturiser meets liquid foundation.
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Frankly, the level of pigment used in the La Mer The Radiant SkinTint Broad Spectrum SPF30 is not heavy enough to conceal much but what this tinted moisturiser can do is to hydrate more heavily than the rest here while giving a brighter glow.
This refreshing veil of colour delivers instant radiance and a more even, healthy-looking tone. Skin takes on a brighter appearance. Fine dry lines are plumped with hydration as signs of fatigue are visibly diminished.
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The holy grail of the best tinted moisturisers provides impressive coverage (bye bye pores and fine lines) while concealing shine and oil production. Our friends, it is called the Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Oil Free SPF20 PA+++.
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If you realised you eventually need to stop using the NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer SPF30 PA++, that is because its use of brightening Vitamin C and smoothing French Polynesian kopara has been working to refine the look of your skin.
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The inclusion of maracuja oil makes the Tarte Maracuja Tinted Hydrator incredibly hydrating and the use of aloe makes it super soothing. What makes one of the best tinted moisturisers even better? Turmeric that fights acne.
This skincare-infused, finger application-friendly formula delivers sheer buildable coverage to help even out skin tone and minimise the appearance of imperfections. Infused with maracuja oil, hyaluronic acid, collagen, turmeric and aloe, it hydrates, soothes and helps brighten the skin’s appearance.
Once you’re done with this story about the best tinted moisturisers, click here to catch up with our August 2021 issue.
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