Hi friends!
I thought it was time for another “tour around my collection” kinda post today, and this one is all about my current base or foundation collection. You may remember that I did something similar a while back with my cream blush collection. I try to keep my bases as edited down as possible because how often do you actually finish them before they go off, am I right? (Somehow I still manage to end up with one too many, but moving on!) Now, if we’re being very precise here my foundation collection is really more of a tinted moisturizer collection; you know how much I love a light coverage/dewy finish base that packs loads of moisture!
So, as in my earlier cream blush post, I will take you through each one of my foundations/tinted moisturizers now and rank them from least favorite/least used to most favorite/most used. This was a bit of a challenge for me as I like each one of these products for different reasons.
Let’s get into it!
DISCLAIMER: THIS POST CONTAINS AFFILIATE LINKS, MARKED WITH AN ASTERISK. FIND OUT WHAT THAT MEANS HERE. SOME ITEMS WERE GIFTED, BUT ALL OPINIONS ARE 100% MY OWN.
5. NEUTROGENA HYDRO BOOST HYDRATING TINT
Even though I found the whole ranking process kinda difficult, I knew this one from Neutrogena was going to be the last on the list. It’s in no way a bad product and I wouldn’t say I dislike it; it’s just simply my least favorite of this bunch. I generally love Neutrogena products, and I’m keen to try out more of their Hydro Boost skincare line specifically. But this Hydrating Tint just wasn’t what I expected it to be. I was expecting a lot more hydration and a lot more dewiness. Even though it’s called a “tint,” it surprisingly has more coverage than you’d think, and the finish is definitely what I’d call “natural.” Again, nothing bad, but just not my ultimate preference. I do like the packaging; it has a large doe-foot applicator very similar to the Hollywood Flawless Filter from Charlotte Tilbury, making the application very easy and clean.
I did an entire review of this product here, so I suggest taking a look at that if you want greater detail. (I’m wondering if Neutrogena is discontinuing this product. It’s currently discounted on their site and most of the shades are out of stock…)
4. BOBBI BROWN SPF 25 TINTED MOISTURIZING BALM
Speaking of discontinued products, I’m still hanging onto the dregs of my beloved Tinted Moisturizing Balm from Bobbi Brown. Honestly, I’ve probably had this way too long but every time I use it I make sure to smell it first – so far so good! I won’t speak about this one too long considering it’s not available anymore, but just know this was the juiciest, most hydrating tinted moisturizer ever! I was absolutely obsessed with it, and was heartbroken when the brand discontinued it. It barely has any coverage yet it still manages to make my skin look evened out and healthy. I’ve put it second to last only because I do have to be extra careful how close I take it to my under-eye area. At times it’s made my concealer crease like an absolute mofo!
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3. IRIS & ROMEO BEST SKIN DAYS
I was very kindly gifted this base when Iris & Romeo initially launched their brand last year, and what a treat it is! It ticks all the boxes when it comes to my favorite kind of bases – light coverage, lots of moisture, lots of sheen. This is definitely a hybrid between skincare and makeup; in addition to coverage it also serves as your serum, moisturizer, SPF and blue light protection. So if you’re into those quick, one-and-done type base products, you may love this. It has a very pleasing cream texture that’s super easy to blend, and gives the skin a beautified appearance. I’ve placed this in the third slot because, although it looks stunning, the glass tub packaging isn’t as functional for me as, say, a squeeze tube would be.
If you want more in-depth info, just check out my complete review here.
2. ILIA BEAUTY SUPER SERUM SKIN TINT SPF 40
This was also very kindly gifted to me by the brand. The Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40* just launched back in February and it’s quickly become a fast favorite in my foundation collection. It’s another skincare-makeup hybrid much like the Best Skin Days, but it has a completely different texture. It’s thin and watery with a pipette delivery system, and it packs quite a punch in both the hydration and dewiness departments. It gives the skin such a beautiful and polished finish without adding tons of heavy coverage – I just adore it!
If you want more in-depth info, just check out my complete review here.
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1. BARE MINERALS COMPLEXION RESCUE
This just edged out the Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint because, to me, it’s the ultimate user-friendly, one-and-done kinda base. It’s light, easy to blend and gives your skin sun protection (factor 30) while evening everything out. It certainly won’t tackle major problem areas but that’s what they made concealer for. Plus, you’ve got squeeze tube packaging that’s lightweight and ever-so-easy to throw in your handbag or travel bag (we will travel again one day, folks). I can’t tell you how many times I’ve travelled with the Complexion Rescue for this reason. All in all, it’s my absolute favorite base that I will continue to repurchase again and again.
If you want more in-depth info, just check out my complete review here.
What’s in your current foundation collection? I’d love to know!
xo and be well, Erica
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