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Where makeup meets skincare.
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Think of a tinted moisturizer as a hybrid betweenfoundationandregular moisturizerit does the work of both in one step.
Wetestedover 30 options over two weeks to find the best tinted moisturizers for everyskin typeand makeup preference.
It didnt cling to dryness oruneven skin textureand remained smooth-looking and crease-resistant all day.
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My skin has a luminous glow and looks moisturized.
It features a medium, liquidy consistency that feels weightless and is a breeze to blend.
The formula contains SPF 20 (but remember theAmerican Academy of Dermatologyrecommends using a minimum of SPF 30).
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Michelle, tester with dry skin:The product provided light to medium coverage but was very buildable.
I was able to add more without it looking or feeling too heavy.
Imperfections were less visible and I achieved an overall more even complexion.
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Available in 24 shades, theres an option to suit most skin tones.
We also appreciate that the formula contains hyaluronic acid andvitamin Eto nourish parched skin.
It lasted nicely throughout the day, maintaining its natural finish and looking fresh for several hours.
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I only had to do some minimal spot cover-up with my concealer.
Its lightweight, lotion-like consistency also provides a glowy finish.
If you have oily skin or youre looking for super buildable coverage, there are other options for you.
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It even blurred my dark spots."
Put bluntly, it doesnt offer much coverage.
Amy, tester with combination skin:This tinted moisturizer is very sheer and has super skin-like coverage.
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It has a really runny and serum-like formula that is not very buildable.
If you have dry or balanced skin, we highly recommend this gem for everyday makeup looks.
Jenna, tester with acne-prone skin:The coverage of this tinted moisturizer was honestly amazing.
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Its a great go-to when you want to even your complexion and quench dryness in one fast step.
One tester also found it was inclined to pill a bit when she applied it directly over her skincare.
We recommend letting your skincare products sink in for a few minutes before using this product.
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The product looked very radiant and did not cling to any dry areas."
), so they tend not to last as long on the skin as traditional foundations.
If youre looking for a hydrating base product that won’t make you sacrifice longevity try this one.
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The buildable coverage will blur breakouts and discoloration, though it still lets your natural skin shine through.
Once it set, it lasted well without fading, creasing, or emphasizing fine lines or texture.
It instead improved the look of pores, dullness, and discoloration!
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The dewy look it gave to my skin lasted all day (up to 12 hours).
Note: Youll yield the most coverage if you apply it with your fingertips or a brush.
This helps prevent you from over-applying the product and ending up with thick or cakey makeup.
Why Trust Byrdie
Alyssa Kaplanis an associate editor at Byrdie.
She’s an experienced writer in the beauty industry and a product tester specializing in cosmetics.
She has combination skin that leans oily during the summer.
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