5 Tinted Moisturisers That Life Wouldn’t Be The Same Without

Does anyone remember Benefit Cosmetic’s tinted moisturiser, You Rebel? It’s a beauty product that’s engraved in my brain, mainly because my mam tried to force me to wear that, instead of layers and layers of caked foundation when I first branched into the big bad world of beauty. Looking back, I would have been wise to listen to her, but since then, I’ve always been more of a medium to full coverage gal. I had sworn off tinted moisturiser, adamant that it wasn’t for me. That is, until last summer.

I decided it was time to try out tinted moisturiser on my fake-tanned face again. Partly, for the sake of my skin, and partly because I wanted extra time in bed each morning. Also, I was curious to see if it would give me gorgeous glowy skin. Since then, I’m still more of a (medium/) full coverage gal, but I’m no longer sworn off tinted moisturisers. In fact, there are a number of them that I am OBSESSED with, and some on my must-buy list. Although some are technically light coverage foundations, they all focus more so on good ingredients for your skin rather than covering up every freckle and blemish on your face.

IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream with SPF 50

Possibly the holy grail of tinted moisturiser. Because while it’s packed with the benefits of a tinted moisturiser, it gives that stunning finish that a fabulous foundation does. It’s hydrating, anti-ageing, and has an SPF 50, all while providing flawless-looking coverage that won’t crease or crack. Plus, the formula is packed with collagen, peptides, niacin, hyaluronic acid, antioxidants and vitamins. Could we ask for much more? Nah, I don’t think so. Shop here.

 

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Clinique Dramatically Different™ Moisturizing BB-gel

What makes the Dramatically Different™ Moisturizing BB-gel by Clinique different from the rest, is that at first, the gel has a grey tone, which then transforms to perfectly match your skin tone. Ideal if you have oily skin, as it delivers eight hours of oil-free hydration without that heavy foundation like feeling. Shop here. 

NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30

A brand that basically needs no introduction, NARS is up there with the best – and that’s no different when it comes to tinited moisturiser. It gives a gorgeous tint of colour while protecting your skin with advanced sun protection. The ingredients are infused with natural botanicals and hydrating extracts, so it leaves you with a bright, natural-looking glow. Think your skin, but even better. Shop here. 

 

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NYX Professional Makeup Bare With Me Tinted Skin Veil BB Cream

A tinted moisturiser that does everything it says on the tin, without doing any damage to your bank account. The NYX Bare With Me Tinted Skin Veil BB Cream is infused with aloe and cucumber extracts and delivers breathable, light coverage with a smoothing effect, with eight hours of hydration. Simply buff it into the skin and you’re good to go. Ideal. Shop here.

bareMinerals Complexion Rescue Tinted Hydrating Gel Cream

Ah, bareMinerals, a trusted brand that you can just go back to again and again. Their Complexion Rescue Tinted Hydrating Gel Cream packs a powerful punch as a moisturiser, foundation and SPF, all in one. The nourishing ingredients leave a gorgeous, refreshed, radiant finish on the skin, while improving your skin’s hydration over time. Shop here.

 

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