The 13 Best Tinted Moisturisers for Mature Skin, Ranked by a Beauty Editor

Back in my beauty counter days, probably my most frequently requested product recommendation for customers with mature skin was for tinted moisturiser. Most people, upon experiencing the changes that come with skin ageing—loose skin, fine lines and hyperpigmentation—sought something lighter than foundation, and wanted a product with skincare benefits, but didn't want to compromise when it came to coverage.

If you're on the hunt for a base product for mature skin and that sounds something like the checklist you have in mind, then forget foundation, because a tinted moisturiser is the answer. "For me the most important thing is that tinted moisturisers adds radiance," explains celebrity makeup artist Neil Young. "As we mature, the skin lacks natural radiance and it tends to be dryer, so anything you can do to add that back into the complexion is always beneficial. The wonderful thing about tinted moisturisers is they’re more of a stained-glass effect so you can see the skin through the product, and what that will do is allow you to go a little bit deeper in tone than you would a foundation and it will still look completely natural."

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They're essentially skincare-makeup hybrids, with the skin tone evening, concealing properties of a foundation, minus the heavy texture and propensity for creasing, caking, and settling into fine lines and pores. Instead, the best tinted moisturisers will essentially act like skincare products, infusing skin with hydrating ingredients in order for skin to feel comfortable, and look healthy and radiant. "This is exactly why I'm such a fan of tinted moisturisers—they effectively pack in a load of skincare ingredients almost like a serum," says Young.

What's more, tinted moisturisers are so easy to apply—you don't even need a makeup brush because your fingertips will suffice. They're perfect for everyday wear, can be layered up if you do want or need a bit more coverage, and many of them also do double duty as sunscreen (although we would recommend applying a separate SPF for added protection).

With this in mind, we've selected the best tinted moisturisers for mature skin—healthy, hydrated skin awaits.

See the Best Tinted Moisturisers for Mature Skin:

1. CHANEL Vitalumière Acqua Ultra-Light Skin Perfecting Makeup
2. Dr. Jart+ Premium Beauty Balm
3. Glossier Perfecting Skin Tint
4. Ultra Violette Daydream Screen Tinted Veil
5. Nudestix Nudescreen Daily Mineral Veil
6. Summer Fridays Sheer Skin Tint
7. BareMinerals Complexion Rescue
8. Chantecaille Just Skin Tinted Moisturizer
9. Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturiser
10. MAC Strobe Dewy Skin Tinted Moisturiser
11. Nars Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturiser
12. Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturiser Natural Skin Perfector
13. No7 City Light Tinted Moisturiser
14. Yves Saint Laurent Nu Bare Look Skin Tint
15. Lumene Invisible Illumination Instant Glow Fresh Skin Tint

1. CHANEL Vitalumière Aqua Ultra-Light Skin Perfecting Makeup

2. Dr. Jart+ Premium Beauty Balm

3. Glossier Perfecting Skin Tint

4. Ultra Violette Daydream Screen Tinted Veil

5. Nudestix Nudescreen Daily Mineral Veil

6. Summer Fridays Sheer Skin Tint

7. BareMinerals Complexion Rescue

8. Chantecaille Just Skin Tinted Moisturizer

9. Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturiser

10. MAC Strobe Dewy Skin Tinted Moisturiser

11. Nars Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturiser

12. Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturiser Natural Skin Perfector

13. No7 City Light Tinted Moisturiser

14. Yves Saint Laurent Nu Bare Look Skin Tint

15. Lumene Invisible Illumination Instant Glow Fresh Skin Tint

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Grace Day is a beauty editor and content creator. She has over 10 years of beauty-industry experience, spanning editorial, retail, and e-commerce, which gives her a unique understanding into how people shop for their beauty routines.While studying for a history degree (specialising in the history of beauty) and working as a beauty adviser in department stores, Grace started writing her own beauty blog in order to share the products she discovered while dealing with acne. After graduating, she moved to Beauty Bay as beauty editor and content manager. Grace is currently a beauty contributor toBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing . She has also written for Hypebae and PopSugar and works as a brand consultant and copywriter.

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