The 20 Best Tinted Moisturizers with SPF, Vetted by Editors and Reviewers
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There's no doubt about it: Tinted moisturizers with SPF are extremely popular these days. Part makeup, part skincare, you can get the best of both worlds. Why? They provide great light coverage, protect against UVA/UVB rays and blue light and are super easy to blend with your fingers, brush or a makeup sponge. If you're looking to add one to your routine, I polled PureWow editors and two dermatologists provide their go-to picks, from our all-time fave (hello, Tower 28 SunnyDays Tinted Sunscreen) to a buzzy new product from Supergoop!.
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The Best Tinted Moisturizers with SPF at a Glance
Meet the Experts
How I Chose the Best Tinted Moisturizers with SPF
I tapped my amazing coworkers, who happily shared their favorite tinted moisturizers with SPF. From there, I did rigorous research on each product and looked for key ingredients, coverage/finish, shade range and SPF. I also scanned through countless reviews to find the top picks our readers are currently loving. Ahead, a list of the 20 best tinted moisturizers for SPF to shop now.
1. Tower 28 SunnyDays Tinted Sunscreen
This 2-in-1 got an overwhelming response from a few editors, and for good reason. The sunscreen-foundation hybrid offers buildable coverage without feeling cakey or heavy on the skin. Its lightweight formula features zinc oxide, prickly pear extract and white sage extract to protect against sun damage, even redness and soothe stressed skin. It's also a great option for those with sensitive or acne-prone skin. "One of my sisters (who has sensitive skin) began using the tinted sunscreen and would FaceTime me to show off her glassy skin. It then influenced my other sister (who has combination skin) to buy it. She also ended up with a flawless complexion that—I kid you not—looked like she wasn’t wearing any makeup at all," says Stephanie Meraz, associate fashion commerce editor at PureWow. "Naturally, I decided it was time for me to try it out. I’ve been using a little sample from Sephora for about two weeks now, and I will say I’ve been loving it so far. It feels hydrating and moisturizing without teetering on greasy, and it’s extremely natural, so it won’t provide too much coverage, but it does do a good job at hiding dark spots."
2. ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint
This tinted serum offers a dewy coverage, sun protection and a hydrating boost. The clean formula (which features hyaluronic acid, squalane and niacinamide) plumps the skin, while the broad-spectrum based SPF 40 protects against UVA/UVB rays, blue light and pollution. With over 13,000+ raving reviews (and overwhelming approval from PureWow editors), it’s a crowd favorite for all skin tones and types. "This is my go-to tinted serum when I'm looking for a very dewy glow, but still want a bit of coverage," shares Olivia Dubyak, commerce editor at PureWow. "A little goes a long way so the bottle lasts me quite a while. The formula is lightweight and hydrating, but I will say, it has a little bit of an odd scent when you apply it but it goes away once it's blended into the skin."
3. It Cosmetics Bye Bye Foundation Full Coverage Moisturizer
This tinted moisturizer might make you break up with your foundation once and for all. In just one to two pumps, you’ll get the full coverage you’re looking for while still getting that “no-makeup” makeup look. Thanks to its 3D Skin Flex technology, the product adjusts to your skin tone and texture, so you’re left with a natural finish. Infused with seven ingredients like fermented sugarcane, coconut water and black tea, the tinted moisturizer aims to improve elasticity and prevent moisture loss in the skin. It has become a staple for PureWow's VP of Editorial, Candace Davison, who raves, "I've never been a big foundation or heavy makeup person—I've never been great at blending and contouring—so I love how foolproof this moisturizer is. It glides on smoothly while providing decent coverage of my red splotches, sun spots and dark circles that I never feel paranoid every time I wear it (like my face is streaky or overdone)."
4. Erborian CC Red Correct
If you’re prone to redness, look no further than this CC cream. The lightweight formula evens out your complexion and protects against UV rays that cause redness, dark spots and wrinkles in the first place. Use a pea-sized amount on its own or add it to your moisturizer for a radiant glow. "I just discovered this Erborian product and HOLY COW I'm blown away," shares Marissa Wu, associate SEO editor at PureWow. "I've tried a ton of tinted SPFs and this one is a top performer for me. It does such a great job of evening my entire complexion, in addition to mitigating redness. I'm even comfortable using it as my go-to foundation."
5. Supergoop! Protec(tint) Daily SPF Tint
The masterminds behind the Unseen Sunscreen and PLAY Everyday Lotion have recently added a new product to their lineup. Meet Protec(tint), a daily skin tint that already has 400 5-star reviews and counting, as well as a stamp of approval from one of our editors. "I've used it a couple of times and I already like the ingredients and light coverage," says Destinee Scott, assistant sales and deals editor. Formulated with ectoin, hyaluronic acid and zinc oxide, the skin tint is praised for its light coverage, natural finish and protecting the skin against UVA/UVB rays.
6. Thrive Causemetics Buildable Blur CC Cream
Whether you have dark spots, rosacea or redness, this color-correcting cream will give you flawless coverage (like a photo filter). The tinted moisturizer has vitamin C to brighten discoloration and flaxseed extract to soften and smooth the overall texture of your skin. "This was my absolute favorite product for two summers in a row because of how well it worked for my combination skin," Dubyak says. "This formula does a great job at helping conceal redness and hyperpigmentation on my face, but still has a very lightweight coverage."
7. Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer
Yes, we’re obsessed with Rare Beauty’s blushes, but the tinted moisturizer is a favorite, too. The liquid formula offers light coverage, a boost of hydration and an all-around radiant finish. Its weightless consistency also leaves room to blend and blur any imperfections without ever feeling oily or greasy. "It makes my skin look so dewy and hydrated," Scott tells me. "You don't even have to use a brush or a beauty sponge to get an even finish. I use my fingers and it goes on super smooth. It also lasts all day, which is huge for folks like me who don't want to have to touch up during the day."
8. Saie Slip Tint
This slip tint tiptoes between a sheer and dewy finish which is great for people with combination skin. The hydrating blend (aka hyaluronic acid, pansy flower and licorice root extract) retains moisture, boosts hydration and brightens the complexion. PureWow Executive Editor Dara Katz couldn’t rave enough about the moisturizer in her reviewer, stating she's become "a devout convert" of the brand.
9. bareMinerals Complexion Rescue Tinted Moisturizer
This gel-cream moisturizer is packed with hyaluronic acid, squalene and a mineral-based sunscreen. It hydrates and protects the skin, while evening your complexion. A dime-size amount is all you’ll need for adequate coverage—minus the shiny T-zone and excess oil. “I love that this comes in multiple shades," shares Dr. Fahs. "It has light to medium coverage and is great for creating that effortless, no-makeup look."
10. Suntegrity Impeccable Skin Sunscreen Foundation
For Assistant Commerce Editor Natalie LaBarbera, this tinted sunscreen has become a staple in her routine. "I've been using this Suntegrity CC cream for the past month or so and just sent a picture to my mom last night of the bottle because she kept commenting on how nice it made my skin look and wanted to get a bottle for herself," she says. "It goes on so smoothly and offers coverage without completely covering my freckles, which I love. It also has non-nano zinc oxide as the sun protection ingredient, so you're not getting any of those weird chemicals. Plus, it's super moisturizing which is always a bonus for my dry skin."
11. Chantecaille Just Skin
This 3-in-1 tinted moisturizer evens your natural complexion, smooths fine lines and protects against harsh rays. It’s formulated with botanical extracts like edelweiss, honeysuckle and green tea, as well as sodium hyaluronate to soothe and shield your skin. As one former editor shared in a review of the luxe moisturizer, "If you’re a fan of barely-there, easy-to-apply products with skincare and a blurring effect, then do your complexion a favor and give Chantecaille Just Skin Tinted Moisturizer the green light. People might even ask you for your esthetician’s number."
12. Live Tinted Hueguard Skin Tint
I have a hard time to color-matching, so when I tried this skin tint for the first time my jaw dropped. The shade seven complements by skin tone and glides smoothly across my face with just my fingertips. Formulated with hyaluronic acid, Indian gooseberry and butterfly bush flower extract, this skin tint feels like second skin. I prefer a satin finish, and this formula delivers by drying down quickly without looking cakey. I also love that it provides buildable coverage and diminishes the look of my redness or dark spots.
13. Maybelline Dream Fresh BB Cream
According to reviewers, this BB cream blends like a dream and delivers sheer coverage for only $10. Whether you have dull, dry or sensitive skin, the SPF 30 and oil-free formula will give you a natural finish without clogging your pores. "Of all the fancy skin tints/foundations out there (and all the money I've spent…) I'm constantly going back to this [one]. [It's] affordable, great for sensitive skin, and so natural looking. It's perfect for every day [wear]. It's definitely worth trying out," says one Ulta reviewer.
14. Tarte BB Blur Tinted Moisturizer
This tinted primer offers medium coverage and sun protection (which is our top priority), as well as a few other benefits. The formula contains a triple B-complex that brightens, smoothes and softens, which is a plus for dull, dry and/or combo skin. Fans also love that it goes the extra mile, lasting up to a whopping 12 hours while still feeling velvety smooth after a long day. One Sephora shopper shares, "I have used this since it came out probably 10-12 years [ago]. I love it. It lasts all day, never causes irritation [and] never makes my lines and wrinkles look worse. I am 72 and I hope Tarte always makes this! I will say the colors are fairly dark in this, I'm a medium but wear fair in this. It's [also] pretty sheer, [but] I don't wear anything except blush with it."
$42 at ulta
15. Smashbox Halo Healthy Glow Tinted Moisturizer
This tinted moisturizer promises dewy coverage for up to 24 hours—and it delivers. The key ingredient—hyaluronic acid—continues to keep your skin moisturized well after you apply it. The lightweight formula also prevents creasing or caking from occurring. One shopper shares, "This is a great tinted moisturizer with SPF and I have been using it almost daily since last summer. It evens out my skin tone, leaving it looking healthy and fresh without feeling heavy. The finish is a very subtle glow."
16. NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer
With “pure radiant” in the name, you can expect the glow of your dreams. The vitamin C and French Polynesian kopara combo evens out and refines your skin for a brighter, smoother complexion. Shoppers praise the buildable coverage and its 16-shade range. "I have been using NARS tinted moisturizer for several years now and it's my go-to," says one Sephora fan. "I don't own foundation, I just use this. I have very scarred skin from acne and this can cover a good junk of them. This is a great lightweight coverage—[even] when I wear [it] without primer to the office, it lasts the day."
17. Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer
This tinted moisturizer hydrates with a capital H. The formula features macadamia seed oil, kukui seed oil and tamarind seed extract to lock in moisture while reducing any signs of dry skin. And don’t forget the SPF 30 that makes sure your dewy look is protected and effortless. Per one Sephora shopper, "I'm usually skeptical of foundations of any sort, but I recently tried out this tinted moisturizer and it's become my new go-to for when I want to look a little more put together! It's super easy to blend in with just my fingers, and the finish is great. Coverage is very light, which some might not prefer, but I love that it leaves me with just a natural, healthy-looking glow instead of feeling heavy or cakey like some other products do. And the SPF is a huge bonus! If you're looking for a lightweight tinted moisturizer with SPF, give this a shot."
18. Lancôme Skin Feels Good Hydrating Skin Tint
This hydrating tint has moringa seed and hyaluronic acid to ensure that it feels comfortable on your skin. The oil-free formula also assures it won’t clog your pores or cause breakouts. Reviewers say the 2-in-1 leaves a velvety finish and helps protect skin from a sunny day outside. "It's lightweight and easy to color match. It gives enough coverage to smooth blemishes but still looks very natural! This is my every day go to product," says one Ulta customer.
19. Iris&Romeo Best Skin Days Tinted Moisturizer
This Iris&Romeo pick is a favorite in the clean beauty space—just ask the passionate reviewers on Sephora. It acts as a makeup, skincare and SPF product rolled into one. Shoppers say it offers light coverage, while the skincare ingredients (like vitamin C) brighten and hydrate the skin. "This has quickly become a must have for me," says a Sephora reviewer. "It feels very light; melts into your skin yet is very buildable, which I like because I can use it for different days/occasions. [I] love the added plus of the ingredients like vitamin c and hyaluronic acid. I can actually feel good about putting it on my skin!"
20. The Lip Bar Just A Tint 3-in-1 Tinted Skin Conditioner
When it comes to foundations and tinted moisturizers, some brands miss the mark on catering to darker skin tones. The Lip Bar, on the other hand, puts a heavy focus on creating shades that are specifically made for darker skin and undertones. Infused with hyaluronic acid, this 3-in-1 formula hydrates, protects against sun damage and blends seamlessly (so much so that you forget you have it on). One happy customer says, "I have dark skin and hate buying makeup because it's either too light or too dark, makes me look ashy, or makes me look oily. I like that it's a light coverage and matches my skin!"
What to Consider When Buying a Tinted Moisturizer with SPF
There are a ton of tinted moisturizers on the market, so take these five categories into consideration when shopping the right one for you.
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