Now that the no-makeup makeup look is trending, more and more so-called TikTok "clean girls" are opting for tinted moisturizers and sunscreens over full-coverage foundations. Although the aesthetic is usually advertised by creators with smooth, filtered skin, Laura Mercier's Tinted Moisturizer Natural Skin Perfector will create that coveted hydrated look no matter your type or texture. It also comes in 20 different shades at Sephora — definitely a plus in the often-limiting world of beauty.
Retailing at $26 for just 25 milliliters, it's admittedly on the expensive side. But for special occasions, it's well worth the price tag. I layered the tint over my daily moisturizer and, especially after I added a few touches of concealer, it really evened out my skin tone (hence "skin perfector") and did a good job covering hyperpigmentation from months-old healed blemishes too. During the humid summer months, this formula should provide enough hydration without an added base.
Since it also claims to be "long-wearing," I tested the tint throughout a sunny day of errands, a surprise trip to the park, and a melting ice cream cone. It held up well, especially if you finish off your makeup routine with a hydrating setting spray. Fair warning, though; the formula contains sunscreen, but it won't be enough to fully protect your face from UV rays. Make sure you apply an additional layer of SPF underneath. Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Erum N. Ilyas recommends ⅓ teaspoon at least, per Healthline.
Purchase the Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Natural Skin Perfector at Sephora for $29.
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