Opaque tights, puffa jackets, skipping your wax appointments…there are some things you know it’s time to shelve once the sun comes out. However, as you put your heavier clothing layers to the back of the wardrobe it might be time to do the same with your foundation. Enter the Skin Tint. Having a serious moment right now, these formulas offer super sheer, barely-there coverage that’s perfect for the warmer months. Think of them as tinted moisturiser’s more effortless, laid back sister.
"Skin tints are the sheerest base you can get, providing just a hint of colour to give you a healthy glow,’ explains MUA Jesse Walker. ‘They’re great for your summer make-up bag as they feel super lightweight and can be applied with your fingers in seconds which is what you need when you’re somewhere hot and humid".
Tints also come packed with skincare ingredients and offer extra benefits like SPF, meaning they easily earn the space in your carry-on.
Sounds like they’re only for those with perfect skin? Not at all, says Jesse. "If you want a bit more coverage then simply use them with your favourite concealer and pick a formula that’s buildable so you can up the coverage a little but still benefit from the light feel."
They’re not just for young skin either, as Jesse explains. "We sometimes think we need to go heavier as we get older but all ages can benefit from the radiance of a glow-packed base – and the less heavy the product the less chance of it sitting in fine lines."
Full disclosure, if you like your base to conceal redness or you want something that’s going to look flawless in photos (yep wedding season, we’re talking about you) then tints probably won’t hit your brief but if you’re after a dewy ‘woke up like this’ feel that nails the no-make-up make-up look then look no further.
Tempted by a tint? Here’s how to find the one that works for you.
Best for….shade range
Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint, £27 here
One criticism of skin tints is that a lot of them come in limited shade options, with a bit of a one size fits all approach which doesn’t always work for darker skin tones. This one however comes in an impressive 25 colours meaning all of us can find our match. It also gives filter-esque levels of flattery (think the Zoom blur you use to hide your laundry pile but for your face) that instantly evens out your complexion and minimises pores.
Best for…longevity
Maybelline Super Stay up to 24H Skin Tint Foundation + Vitamin C, £12.99 here
The light nature of skin tints can mean you sacrifice longevity but not with this one. Resisting sweat and humidity, it’s at the fuller end of coverage for a skin tint and has impressive staying power that stands up to a long working day or a big night out, but still gives that natural barely there look. The added vitamin C ups the brightening effect for a boosted healthy glow.
Best for…sun protection
Ultra Violette Daydream Screen SPF50 Tinted Veil, £38 here
Providing broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection, this is the tint for a day at the beach. In addition to the serious SPF benefits it’s also created with skincare ingredients including mega-hydrator Pentavitin (a plant based ingredient that can can bind moisture to the skin for up to 72 hours). Easily buildable, and doubling up as a primer it’s also ideal for those of a sensitive skin nature as it contains no alcohol, fragrance or oil.
Best for…light feel, light price
NYX Professional Makeup Bare With Me Luminous Tinted Skin Serum, £13 here
If you want to experiment with a skin tint for holiday and know you’re unlikely to wear it back home then this delivers incredible luminosity and hydration all for less than the price of a couple of sundowners. Infused with Tremella mushroom, known for its antioxidant and skin tone evening benefits, it’s dewy without being greasy and leaves skin both looking and feeling healthy and fresh.
Best for…skincare benefits
Sculpted by Aimee Connolly HydraTint, £23 here
A skincare/make-up hybrid with 90% skincare ingredients (including peptides, hyaluronic acid and glycerin) plus SPF20. This leaves skin feeling nourished and moisturised and with a satin-effect veil of coverage that evens out skin tone and minimises imperfections. If you want a quick solution to a dull, tired-looking complexion or you’re suffering from dehydrated skin then this is your best option.
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