What are tinted SPFs and should you use them?

If we haven't stressed it enough by now, SPF should be a staple step in your skincare routine all year round and it's advised that we're wearing at least factor 30 on a daily basis! If you're finding that your regime already seems to overwhelmingly long, hybrid products that combine both skin loving ingredients with makeup are a great way to both save time and make sure that your skin is still supported and protected.

Bridging the gap between makeup and sun care, a tinted SPF is ideal for the summer months when you need to shield the skin from UV rays but also want that sheer, lightweight coverage to keep your complexion looking radiant. These one step formulas are often lightweight and breathable for the summer and perfect for packing for a holiday if you're tight on space.

Made up primarily as a sun cream or screen designed for the face, these time saving formulas contain a touch of pigment for a subtle tint that evens out the complexion and masks imperfections. Containing skin benefitting ingredients, they are a great option for anyone with common skin concerns such as blemishes, wrinkles or dryness, with different products designed with targeted ingredients to combat such concerns.

1. La Roche-Posay Anthelios Ultra-Light Invisible Fluid SPF50+ Tinted 50ml

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Ultra-Light Invisible Fluid SPF50+ Tinted 50ml

£18.00

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If you're a fan of the La Roche-Posay Anthelios range (who isn't?), then you're sure to love their Anthelios Ultra-Light Invisible Fluid SPF50+ Tinted. Containing the same lightweight and hydrating formula as the original Anthelios Ultra-Light Invisible Fluid but with a subtle tinting factor that gives the skin an illuminated glow, the cream glides onto the skin, leaving it with a sheer coat of coverage. Sweat and waterproof, the formula keeps the skin looking matte and even throughout the day, perfect for long, hot summer days when you're on the go.

2. bareMinerals Complexion Rescue Tinted Moisturizer SPF30 35ml (Various Shades)

bareMinerals Complexion Rescue Tinted Moisturizer SPF30 35ml (Various Shades)

£33.00

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Blended with skin nourishing marine botanicals and mineral electrolytes, the bareMinerals Complexion Rescue Tinted Moisturiser SPF30 is an all in one foundation, moisturiser and SPF. Offering instant hydration, coverage for blemishes and colour correcting benefits, the gel-cream formula glides onto the skin, blending into your natural skin tone and protecting it with SPF30.

4. Ultrasun Tinted Face Cream SPF 30 (50ml)

Ultrasun Tinted Face Cream SPF 30 (50ml)

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Recommended Retail Price: £29.00Current price: £23.20

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Perfect for extremely sensitive skin, this 30 SPF Tinted Face Cream by Ultrasun is free from any perfumes, emulsifiers or preservatives that can cause irritation. The water-resistant formula contains hydrating ingredients that keep the skin moisturised and comfortable, as well as helping to plump the complexion and smooth out any fine lines and wrinkles. The touch of colour in the Face Cream add radiance and vitality to the complexion for an even summer glow.

5. Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturiser Natural Skin Perfector SPF 20 50ml (Various Shades)

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturiser Natural Skin Perfector SPF 20 50ml (Various Shades)

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Oil-free so suitable for blemish-prone skin, the Laura Mercier Oil Free Natural Skin Perfector Tinted Moisturiser provides sheer and breathable coverage as well as SPF20 protection. The nourishing, moisturising formula blurs imperfections and promotes a flawless base whilst keeping the skin supported and matte.

7. Smashbox Halo Healthy Glow All-in-One SPF25 Tinted Moisturiser 40ml (Various Shades)

Smashbox Halo Healthy Glow All-in-One SPF25 Tinted Moisturiser 40ml (Various Shades)

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Created to leave you with a natural, photo-ready finish, the Smashbox Halo Healthy Glow All-in-One SPF25 Tinted Moisturiser is an oil and sweat-resistant formula that offers a weightless layer of coverage across the skin. The skin perfecting Moisturiser hydrates, primes and protects, using ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and Niacinamide to leave you with a brighter, flawless looking complexion. Also working to reduce the visible signs of ageing, the formula smooths the skin's texture and shields against UV damage from the sun.

9. COOLA Mineral Matte Tint SPF30 50ml

COOLA Mineral Matte Tint SPF30 50ml

Recommended Retail Price: £40.00Current price: £32.00

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Suitable for all skin types, including oily, the COOLA Mineral Matte Tint SPF30 is a non-greasy, tinted moisturising formula that leaves you with a perfected, matte finish. Guarding against shine throughout the day, the Tint also offers broad spectrum protection from sun damage and contains Rosehip Oil and Shea Butter to keep it hydrated and guarded from environmental aggressors.