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The Best Tinted Moisturisers for Every Skin Type and Concern

If you’ve been trying to perfect the ‘no makeup, makeup’ look and are wondering where it’s all going wrong, then you’ll want to get a load of this. Enter; tinted moisturiser.
Taking your skin from dull to ultra-dreamy in seconds, this part-skincare, part-makeup hybrid is all you need to achieve a flawless face. Packed with talent, a tinted moisturiser can hydrate skin, blur imperfections, protect from environmental factors and offer coverage in one fell swoop. The best part… it looks completely natural and your skin can still breathe.
Perfect for hot and humid weather conditions, off-duty days and those early morning Zoom calls (because less makeup equals more sleep), a tinted moisturiser is becoming nothing but an essential for your beauty routine.
Keep scrolling to find the best tinted moisturiser for every skin type and concern.
Best for dry skin
bareMinerals Complexion Rescue Tinted Moisturiser Hydrating Gel Cream SPF 30
£14.00Indulge in the skin-enhancing benefits of a BB cream, the colour correcting magic of a CC cream and the hydrating powers of a tinted moisturiser, as this formula rolls all of them into one. A favourite within the Cosmetify office, this tinted moisturiser gives skin a dewy finish and a subtle tint of colour.
Best for oily skin
Jan Marini Physical Protectant Tinted SPF 45
£53.99This tinted moisturiser boasts a universal tint and microscopic sponges for additional oil control, as well as a sheer, matte finish. Working around the clock to control shine, blur imperfections and boost hydration, it supplies the ultimate ‘barely there’ look.
Best for anti-ageing
Ultrasun Tinted Face Fluid SPF 50+
£21.00 £29.16 (28% off)Wave bye-bye to fine lines and sagging skin as this tinted moisturiser uses advanced technology to plump and firm your complexion. Skin will glow from the inside out, whilst an extra dose of SPF for your face protects from sun damage to retain youthfulness.
Best for acne-prone skin
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo+ Unifiant
£16.50 £20.00 (18% off)Heavy-duty foundations aren’t always the answer when it comes to camouflaging redness and blemishes. This single step tinted moisturiser not only provides a flush of colour but it also contains all the right ingredients to keep your skin soothed and free from breakouts.
Best for combination skin
BeautyBio The Perfector
£66.01 £75.00 (12% off)If your skin tends to get oily in the T-zone but dry on the cheeks then check out The Perfector by BeautyBio. The multi-tasking tinted face cream works well on combination skin as it supplies hydration and protection to dry areas, all whilst minimising and blurring the appearance of enlarged pores and oiliness.
Best for dull skin
Morphe Glowstunner Hydrating Tinted Moisturiser SPF 30
£9.34 £18.00 (49% off)Your skin has never seen radiance like this before. Packed with hydrating ingredients, this formula gives skin a moisture surge that allows you to glow from within. On the outside, skin-perfecting illuminsers catch the light in all the right places.
Best for sensitive skin
Bioderma Photoderm AR SPF 50+ Tinted Cream
£15.88 £18.00 (12% off)Think your skin, but better. Bioderma serve up a three-in-one formula that protects, perfects and hydrates, making it perfect for those with sensitive and reactive skin. Your complexion is left soft, smooth and with a natural, velvet-like finish.
Best for anti-pollution
Dermaceutic Derma Defence Daily Defence Cream SPF 50
£32.00Calling all city-goers, this triple action tinted moisturiser ensures that skin stays protected from pollution and harmful UV rays. As you rock a sheer, natural glow, this formula gets to work on strengthening the skin’s natural barrier, fending off toxins and reducing visible signs of ageing.
Best for dark skin tones
ICONIC London Super Smoothing Blurring Skin Tint
£28.27ICONIC London comes through with a selection of tinted moisturisers that match darker skin tones. As well as being able to choose from over 18 tones, Super Smoother hydrates like a hero while delivering light to medium coverage for an airbrush-effect and ‘your skin but better’ results.
Best for SPF
Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Flex SPF 50
£33.00Okay, so it’s more of a tinted sunscreen but if you’re on the hunt for a formula with a powerful broad spectrum and coverage, it’s a no brainer. Expect no greasy residue or white cast, just tonnes of hydration, UV protection and a gorgeous sun-kissed finish.
Best for full coverage
Jane Iredale Glow Time Full Coverage Mineral BB Cream SPF 25
£35.95If you’re looking for more than just a sheer veil then we might have to bend the rules (ever so slightly). While this one is technically a BB cream, it still boasts all the skin-perfecting benefits that you would find in a tinted moisturiser. It just does so with a finish that’s more full-coverage.
Best overall
NARS Cosmetics Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturiser SPF 30
£31.00When it comes to tinted moisturisers, NARS Pure Radiant tops the list time and time again. It’s a bit of an all-rounder as it’s compatible for all skin types (even oily), is deeply nourishing, protects from all kinds of environmental stressors and offers a great coverage. If you’re new to the world of tinted moisturisers, this is a safe first pick!
It's safe to say, we have kitted you out with all you need to flaunt a complexion that's naturally flawless. If you're looking for more makeup products that can offer skin care benefits, check out our Ultimate Guide to BB Cream.
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Written by Carly Cochrane
As the Senior Content Editor for Cosmetify, Carly is the go-to for all the latest (and greatest) beauty tips, tricks and trends. With over six years of experience in the industry, she knows all the ins-and-outs when it comes to health, beauty and wellbeing.
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