By Chloe Schneider
At the beach, the gym or out to a casual coffee we are often faced with the foundation dilemma. Wearing it seems like too much but going without it is just scary. So, what’s a girl to do?
Get your mitts on a great tinted moisturiser. It gives a beautiful light coverage that evens your complexion without looking like too much, is quick and easy to apply as well as provides your skin with hydration and protection. Plus, with celebs like Diane Kruger and Zoe Saldana rocking barely-there make-up it’s worth considering trying out tinted moisturisers in the warmer months.
To save you roaming the beauty department, we’ve picked a handful of favourites so you can choose which is right for you.
The serious sun protector
L’Oreal UV Perfect Tinted Moisturiser
L’Oreal’s super successful UV Perfect daily moisturiser has just added a new member to its family; the tinted moisturiser. Using the same light formula as the original but with the addition of a light tint, this is sure to be a fast favourite with outdoorsy Aussie girls.
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L’Oreal’s UV Perfect left us with an even, radiant complexion and was a dream to apply. We love that UV Perfect offers advanced protection against both UVB and the less commonly known UVA rays.
Available in grocery stores, selected pharmacies, department and variety stores ($17.95)
The vitamin boost
Benefit You Rebel
Containing Vitamins A, E and Aloe Vera, this oil free formula packs a moisture-filled punch. The sheer tint is suitable for almost all skin tones.
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This sleek red tube contains a skin-quenching moisturiser that evens out skin tone. With SPF 15 and the added benefits of vitamins and aloe, you won’t be rebelling against your skin with ‘You Rebel’.
Available at Benefit Cosmetics stores ($51.00)
The steal
Nivea Visage Tinted Moisturising Day Cream
Using light reflective coloured pigments that adapt to your natural skin tone, this formula visibly enhances your natural skin colour while providing moisture from Vitamin E and other hydrating ingredients.
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At just under ten dollars, this is a total steal. Perfect for any skin tone, we found this formula left a long lasting matte finish and was easy to wear. We love!
Available in grocery stores, selected pharmacies, department and variety stores ($9.99)
The anti-ageing solution
Elizabeth Arden Pure Finish Tinted Moisturiser
Microlight minerals in this formula soften the look of fine lines and wrinkles while antioxidants and vitamins A, C and E work to protect the skin from signs of ageing.
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This formula is available in three shades so there is a solution for every complexion. We found this sheer colour to leave the skin with a luminosity that other formulas don’t offer and disguises fine lines and wrinkles.
Available at Elizabeth Arden counters ($58.00)
The worth-it splurge
By Terry Eclat De Rose Sheer Tinted Moisturiser
On hearing that this moisturiser was rose-infused, we were worried that our faces would soon smell like a nursing home. We needn’t have worried because this delectable moisturiser has a beautifully subtle hint of roses that makes this product all the more special.
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By Terry’s moisturiser evens out skin tone, minimises the look of pores, smooths wrinkles and hides imperfections. The air-light formula is a dream to wear and leaves a radiant finish. Available in four distinct shades.
Available at Mecca Cosmetica stores and online here ($129.00)
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If you want a fresh face with something extra, try a bronzer. Check out our Get Glowing story here for our top tips.
And if you’re in need of a heavier base, our foundations story has got you covered.
