{"id":496744,"date":"2026-06-12T22:04:18","date_gmt":"2026-06-12T22:04:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/496744\/"},"modified":"2026-06-12T22:04:18","modified_gmt":"2026-06-12T22:04:18","slug":"the-best-skin-tints-for-summer-2026-the-irish-times","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/496744\/","title":{"rendered":"The best skin tints for summer 2026 \u2013 The Irish Times"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"c-paragraph free \">An essential part of my make-up bag year-round, but especially during summer, is a skin tint. Also known as a tinted serum, tinted moisturiser, or tinted sunscreen, it\u2019s essentially a product that\u2019s good for your skin, feels good to wear, and provides enough coverage to serve as your make-up base of choice.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph free \">Tinted sunscreen aside, it\u2019s an added bonus when skin tints or tinted moisturisers include SPF, which some of the products on this list do; but I say bonus because they should never be relied upon as your main source of sun protection. <\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph free \">Why? Mainly because we rarely apply the recommended amount needed to achieve the level of protection stated on the label. It\u2019s always important to wear a standalone broad-spectrum sunscreen as the final step in your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irishtimes.com\/tags\/skincare\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.irishtimes.com\/tags\/skincare\/\">skincare<\/a> routine before moving on to your skin tint (or foundation) of choice.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph free \">If you\u2019re looking for lighter, glowier, fresher-looking skin while also saving time and hassle, the selection of summer skin tints below is  hard to beat. They\u2019re all quick and easy to whack on, whether that\u2019s with your fingers or a brush. <\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph free \">I\u2019ve selected options across a range of price points to suit different budgets and, in most cases, they can be layered or built up to achieve extra coverage where needed.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph free \">Starting strong with what is probably a very familiar product to many of you: Sculpted by Aimee HydraTint Tinted Moisturising Serum (\u20ac28 from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sculptedbyaimee.com\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.sculptedbyaimee.com\/\">Sculpted by Aimee<\/a>). A permanent fixture in my summer make-up bag for years, this moisturising tinted serum contains 90 per cent skincare ingredients and offers light-to-medium coverage that helps even out skin tone and disguise blemishes.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph free \">It\u2019s comfortable to wear and feels more like a lightweight serum-moisturiser hybrid than a traditional complexion product, keeping skin hydrated and comfortable throughout the day. With its fluid, lightweight texture, it can be applied with fingers or buffed in with a brush in just a minute or two.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph free \">In a similar vein, but perhaps a rung higher on the luxe scale \u2013 and offering slightly more coverage \u2013 is Lisa Eldridge Seamless Skin Enhancing Tint (\u20ac47 from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lisaeldridge.com\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.lisaeldridge.com\/\">lisaeldridge.com<\/a>). I find the packaging particularly clever, especially for holidays. The almost egg-shaped bottle fits comfortably in the palm of your hand and features an indent on the back where your thumb naturally rests when dispensing the product.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph free \">Like HydraTint, it contains excellent skincare ingredients (more than 78 per cent of the formula), including glycerin, squalane and vitamin E, to hydrate, plump and soothe the skin, while the serum-like texture delivers luminous medium coverage, making it perfect for day, night or any time in between.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph free \">Next up is another option that works for all skin types but will likely appeal most to those with oily or combination skin. Merit The Uniform Tinted Mineral Sunscreen SPF50 (\u20ac42 from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meritbeauty.com\/en-ie\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.meritbeauty.com\/en-ie\">meritbeauty.com<\/a>) is slightly creamier than the previous options I\u2019ve mentioned and settles into a natural, sheer finish that\u2019s almost matte, but not quite. It\u2019s easy to blend, but performs best when applied with fingers and, once it settles into the skin, you can be sure it\u2019s not going anywhere for at least a few hours.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph free \">Lastly, another great all-rounder, but particularly good for those dealing with acne, sensitivity or redness, is EltaMD UV Clear SPF46 Tinted (\u20ac63 from <a href=\"https:\/\/instituteofdermatologists.ie\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/instituteofdermatologists.ie\/\">Institute of Dermatologists<\/a>). With a lightweight, oil-free cream texture, this tinted sunscreen provides a sheer, even finish while helping to soothe and calm the skin. There\u2019s a deeper tinted option available too, at approximately the same price point. My only gripe with this product is that the packaging doesn\u2019t let you know when you\u2019re about to run out.<\/p>\n<p>This week I\u2019m loving &#8230; Victoria Beckham Posh Gloss<img decoding=\"async\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" alt=\"Victoria Beckham Posh Gloss (&#x20AC;36 from Brown Thomas)\" class=\"c-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IW2CCTSPXJHZLONLQKTSHIVZ5I.jpg\"   width=\"800\" height=\"456\"\/>Victoria Beckham Posh Gloss (\u20ac36 from Brown Thomas) <\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph free \">Not new, but revamped, Victoria Beckham Posh Gloss (\u20ac36 from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brownthomas.com\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.brownthomas.com\/\">Brown Thomas<\/a>) is back with an even more luxurious formula than before. Delivering an expensive-feeling gloss-meets-cream hybrid and housed in weighty packaging, Posh Gloss feels like a more grown-up take on lip gloss, delivering glorious, long-lasting shine without a hint of stickiness. Available in nine shades. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"An essential part of my make-up bag year-round, but especially during summer, is a skin tint. 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