Tinted Moisturiser & Skin Tint
Tinted moisturisers and skin tints are the ultimate skincare-makeup hybrid, loved for their 'your-skin-but-better' finish. Offering sheer to lightweight coverage, these effortless everyday formulas are often boosted with skincare ingredients to keep your complexion looking fresh and working to improve your skin while you wear them. From radiant, glow-boosting bases like Hourglass's Veil Hydrating Skin Tint to shine-controllers like the Laura Mercier tinted moisturiser, our curated edit includes dewy and matte finishes, as well as SPF-infused formulas, for every skin type and preference.
Your Questions, Answered
Blurring the lines between makeup and skincare, tinted moisturisers and skin tints are base products that provide sheer to light coverage while hydrating, smoothing, and protecting the skin. Ideal for no-makeup makeup looks, they’re perfect for everyday wear and natural, skin-enhancing results.
For a natural, second-skin finish, you can apply a tinted moisturiser or skin tint like your skincare, using your fingers and blending outward. For a more polished look, use a damp sponge or foundation brush to build coverage and perfect the finish.
The right tinted moisturiser depends on your skin type and preferred finish. If you prefer a dewy finish, formulas like the Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturiser Natural Dewy are ideal for radiant, hydrated skin, while mattifying options like the Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint are a great choice for shine-prone complexions. If you like the idea of having coverage, skincare benefits, and SPF in one, Erborian's CC Cream is a great option. Find the best tinted moisturiser for you in our roundup.
Lightweight, hydrating formulas work best for mature skin. Westman Atelier’s Vital Skincare Complexion Drops are a popular choice thanks to their smoothing texture and firming benefits, while dewy skin tints can also help create a fresh, luminous finish.
