Summer is well underway, meaning tinted moisturisers are once again a must-have in any beauty enthusiast’s makeup bag. Much like lightweight foundations, they’re great for achieving that “barely there”, “no makeup” makeup look that’s been trending for the past couple of years now. Think of tinted moisturisers as a perfect combo of skincare and makeup that will even out your skin tone while also delivering the most natural-looking finish.
So if you’re in the mood to swap full coverage foundations for a much breezier alternative, you’re in luck, because we’ve put together a round-up of all the very best tinted moisturisers on the market right now, tried and tested by none other than the GLAMOUR editors and our beauty team. Oh, and did we mention that most options even offer UV protection of up to SPF 50? *chef’s kiss*
I, for one, absolutely swear by the Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturiser. I’ve been using it for over a year now, and it’s safe to say that it’s become one of my everyday staples. As someone who has dry skin, I love how hydrating it feels throughout the day (no dry patches in sight) and how it gives me just enough coverage to go about my day without resulting in a cake-y look. The best part? It blends like an absolute dream and works great with the rest of my makeup products. Long story short, kudos to Selena.
Best tinted moisturisers at a glance:
- Best tinted moisturiser overall: Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturiser, £26, Space NK
- Best tinted moisturiser for dry skin: Yves Saint Laurent NU Bare Look Tint, £27, LookFantastic
- Best tinted moisturiser for oily skin: NARS Cosmetics Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturiser, £34, LookFantastic
- Best tinted moisturiser with SPF: Ultra Violette Daydream Screen SPF50 Tinted Veil, £28, SpaceNK
What is a tinted moisturiser and how should you apply one?
As the name suggests, it’s a day cream and foundation hybrid that’s suitable for most skin types. Tinted moisturisers are designed to hit that “in-between” spot between your regular moisturiser and a full-coverage foundation – similar to a CC cream or BB cream. If you look at it from another perspective, it’s a skin boosting moisturiser that just so happens to even out your complexion with a beautiful hint of colour. When it comes to application, there’s no reason why you should deviate from your regular base technique. Are you a makeup sponge girl? Or are you fond of the good-ol’ brush? Either option is more than acceptable, but if you’re someone who’s into a natural look, we recommend using your trusty fingers.