topic Re: Help with tinted moisturizer please in Beauty

Help with tinted moisturizer please

iminthesouthwest — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 13:54:38 GMT

I am looking for some help with a tinted moisturizer. My skin has changed - it's very dry now. I never liked the feel of regular foundation, so I have used Laura Geller Bal & Brighten and/or Bare Minerals. They are both now too drying on my face, however I never broke out using these products. (My face is ultra sensitive.). I have tried a few tinted moisturizers and the sunscreen in them caused my skin to breakout. I need something to even out my skin, but don't know where to turn. Any ideas ladies? Thank you .

Re: Help with tinted moisturizer please

1mamaj — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 14:08:59 GMT

you can try making your own by using your favorite moisturizer and then adding a drop of your favorite foundation and mixing. I keep a small round container that I add moisturizer and foundation and mix together, then it's ready when I'm ready.

Re: Help with tinted moisturizer please

Sunnycorle — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 14:11:51 GMT

I think you should try It cosmetics CC cream. Its really nice and moisurizing. When applied with my fingers it is a perfect alternative to a tinted moisturizer and with a brush its more like a foundation. I love it! And i have tried alot of cc and bb creams. Its really nice!

Re: Help with tinted moisturizer please

wildcat fan — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 14:19:21 GMT

These days I'm wearing Smashbox BB creme. Great coverage and moisturizing. I often wear it without feeling a need for foundation. I also have sensitive skin, and I haven't had any problems with breakouts while using Smashbox.

Re: Help with tinted moisturizer please

Blondelle — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 14:25:18 GMT

You might try the new Physician's Formula Organic Wear CC cream. More natural ingredients, non chemical SPF 20, and a nice finish. They also have very nice SPF 30 CC cream that's also non chemical SPF I was using. I'm using the Revision Intellishade now in the matte version. It's SPF 45 and mostly non chemical but does have 2 chemical sunscreen ingredients, but not the really bad ones like oxybenzone. ShopSmart magazine recently rated sunscreens and they gave the non chemical ones low ratings. One of the ones they tested was the Banana Boat Baby, and I forget the other. They said the actual protection was less than 1/2 of the stated amount.

Re: Help with tinted moisturizer please

JeanLouiseFinch — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 14:28:30 GMT

iminthesouthwest - Are we to assume you don't want anything with an SPF, given your prior experiences? To be honest with you, I think requiring a tinted moisturizer to have no SPF, will limit your options. It seems there are many options for moisturizers w/o SPF, but when you want some color, they SPF's start showing up. 1mamaj had a very good suggestion of making your own. Personally, I like IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream and Missha Perfect Cover BB Cream. Both give very nice coverage, but are not thick & heavy. I don't know what the exact requirements are to call a product a tinted moisturizer or BB cream, if there are any. Paula B. lumps them altogether and that's kind of how I look at them, too. If you are new to BB creams and want to try a drugstore brand first, look into Physicians Formula.

Re: Help with tinted moisturizer please

itsmagic — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 14:31:36 GMT

I have super sensitive skin and I use Nars pure radiant tinted moisturizer (SPF 30). It does not irritate my skin or make it break out. I've also used Tarte BB tinted moisturizer (SPF 20). I like both but use the Nars in the summer with the higher SPF for extra protection.

Re: Help with tinted moisturizer please

wagirl — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 15:09:38 GMT

I agree with 1mama--and what she said is what I do. I'm 60 (Yikes) I have very dry skin and hate the feel of liquid foundation and not crazy about the powders either but find a good moisturizer and mix a little of your liq foundation in it. It works like a bb or cc cream. But FIRST---put on a really good SPF and let it dry then layer the other things over it. Got told by experts that spf first, will give the protection you have to have. Laura Mercier has some really nice liquid face colors. Go to Sephora and they will give you little pots of anything you want to try and then you won't be wasting a ton of cash on things you may not use. Tell them about what your concerns are---at my Sephora they are so helpful all the time!! Also they maybe able to help with the spf issues or maybe try some organic, natural spfs too. Use our friend google for that. One brand of organic stuff that I use and love is called Gabriel Organics. There are many really good spf products that are for sensitive skin that will do the job without the harsh chemicals.

Re: Help with tinted moisturizer please

kabella — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 16:47:54 GMT

DIY's are a good suggestion. Do you use a hydrating primer before using BM. Do you use the original? Have you ever tried Pur Minerals? I still wear the original BM expecially in the summer months when I want just a light dusting to even things out.

Another suggestion is misting your face with a product that won't bother your sensitive skin. After moisturizing, primer, I suggest misting your face with Avian Water which they sell at Ulta. It won't take off your foundation but it does help hydrate the foundation your using. They also have small ones for your purse. Good Luck.

Re: Help with tinted moisturizer please

Coco Butter Bean — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 16:53:22 GMT

I, too, am very sensitive to spf and have had no breakouts using Neutrogena Visibly Even BB Cream. It gives a beautiful finish and comes in fair/light and light/medium. SPF 30.

Neutrogena BB Cream, lightweight, non-greasy moisturizer contains Essential Soy to visibly reduce the signs of blotchiness and discoloration, as well as help minimize the look of freckles and dark spots. Natural light diffusers immediately reflect light and help reveal radiant, healthy-looking skin. Plus, broad-spectrum SPF 30 helps prevent future signs of discoloration caused by the sun. For flawless looking skin Non-comedogenic Oil-free

Re: Help with tinted moisturizer please

myshell624 — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 17:04:07 GMT

Missha Perfect Cover BB cream offers great coverage with spf protection. I got a tube off Amazon for $11.25 with free shipping. I ordered from Beauty Best LLC.

Re: Help with tinted moisturizer please

iminthesouthwest — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 17:06:28 GMT

Wow!! Thanks so much for the thoughtful responses Lots of great suggestions. I intend to try several until I find the magic one. Very appreciative! Wishing you all a happy 4th! Stay safe above all.

Re: Help with tinted moisturizer please

Katluvr58 — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 17:08:24 GMT

It CC and Missha (any one) are both great.

Re: Help with tinted moisturizer please

BSurLife65 — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 23:07:39 GMT

I love Josie MARANS tinted moisturizer with natural SPF -- I think 30. It takes a small amount to cover my whole face & sometimes I mix a bit of LG spackle to enhance the finish. The Medium shade is a tad too blah for my skin so I finish with a brushing of bronzer. I hardly ever use an actual ""foundation"" anymore and I love the simplicity of ONE product filling my needs. I only need serious coverage of darkness in eye corners.

Re: Help with tinted moisturizer please

Snowpuppy — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 23:25:40 GMT

On 7/3/2014 1mamaj said:
you can try making your own by using your favorite moisturizer and then adding a drop of your favorite foundation and mixing. I keep a small round container that I add moisturizer and foundation and mix together, then it's ready when I'm ready.

This is my summertime go to!

I have really dry skin. Have tried, BB, CC creams and liked none of them.

I found a moisturizer I like for summer, mix it with a bit of liquid foundation. Want to go a bit darker? Add a few drops more of a darker shade of liquid foundation. Customized tinted moisturizer with stash already on hand.

What could be more budget friendly than that?!

Re: Help with tinted moisturizer please

iminthesouthwest — Fri, 04 Jul 2014 00:16:06 GMT

On 7/3/2014 Snowpuppy said:
On 7/3/2014 1mamaj said:
you can try making your own by using your favorite moisturizer and then adding a drop of your favorite foundation and mixing. I keep a small round container that I add moisturizer and foundation and mix together, then it's ready when I'm ready.

This is my summertime go to!

I have really dry skin. Have tried, BB, CC creams and liked none of them.

I found a moisturizer I like for summer, mix it with a bit of liquid foundation. Want to go a bit darker? Add a few drops more of a darker shade of liquid foundation. Customized tinted moisturizer with stash already on hand.

What could be more budget friendly than that?!

Yes, it is an awesome suggestion! May I ask what moisturizer you found? I wore Mary Kay since my 20's, but it doesn't seem to work anymore for me. Yes, I do love the budget friendliness .

Re: Help with tinted moisturizer please

Snowpuppy — Fri, 04 Jul 2014 00:54:51 GMT

I'm using Lancome Renergie Lift with a little EL Resilience Lift liquid foundation mixed in. The EL foundation is my year round, go to foundation for every day.

I buy the Renergie Lift on the bay for about $8-9 for 1/2 oz travel size.

A LOT more affordable than my favorite tinted moisturizer which is Laura Mercier.

But a girl must cut costs when she needs to!!

Re: Help with tinted moisturizer please

Katcat1 — Fri, 04 Jul 2014 02:25:38 GMT

High End:

Laura Mercier = $43

Aveda = $28

Stila = $34

Drugstore:

Rimmel SPF 25 BB Cream = $6.49

all of the above are very nice with a nice finish and protection from the sun rays. They are also very good as far as hydration for the skin. Good luck in your search.

Re: Help with tinted moisturizer please

Campion — Fri, 04 Jul 2014 02:29:42 GMT

I like Korean BB cream. After reading a lot of reviews on another forum, I ended up with Hanskin Super Plus and it's all I love in a tinted moisturizer with a bit more density. Just right. And 30 SPF, too. If I want more coverage, I use it under IT powder fnd which has no SPF. I have sensitive skin and no breakouts or rash so far.

Re: Help with tinted moisturizer please

rockydog1 — Fri, 04 Jul 2014 02:37:25 GMT

I would try Josie Marans tinted moisturizer