The first time I ever tried any mineral makeup a few years ago, it was from Urban Apothecary. A friend recommended the line and I liked the name. I wasn’t disappointed — their formulas were smooth and flawless, and I loved their eye shadow colors.
Recently, I bought a couple of their products once again. Their Pro Pigment is a multi-use product that I highly recommend. This shimmery powder gives your skin a healthy glow that can’t be beat. It comes in a variety of colors, from iridescent shades such as “Golden Delicious” to rich reds like “Cupid’s Arrow” to pretty …read more

One of the newest collections from M.A.C. is called Baby Bloom. This was released a bit late for summer but they’ll work equally well during the fall.  The collection focuses on keeping your skin and lips soft, lightly tinted and, of course, safe from the sun. This is wonderful if you’re looking to try out a new tinted moisturizer and a new tinted lip balm with SPF protection.
The MAC Studio Moisture Tint SPF 15 ($29.50) is a light-weight, tinted moisturizer. It’s formulated with SPF 15 and is perfect for those days when you want just a little bit of coverage. …read more

Dr. Denese offers a line of amazing anti-aging beauty products that reduce the appearance of fine lines, age spots, dull skin and other skin imperfections. The products include makeup, cleansers, moisturizers, serums, body products and much more.
Recently, I had an opportunity to try out a few of the Dr. Denese products and I found a new favorite — Dr. Denese HydroShield Tinted Moisturizer.
If you have always thought liquid foundation was too heavy, this tinted moisturizer is perfect for you. You get radiant, dewy coverage, a fabulous moisturizer and all the sunscreen protection that you need all in one product.
The oil-free …read more

You have to admit that Lauren Hutton is still gorgeous at 65. So since she has her own cosmetics line, it’s definitely worth a look. Created especially for more mature women, Lauren Hutton Cosmetics are lightweight, sheer products that are shimmer-free. Generally traditional cosmetics feature saturated colors and shiny particles, which highlight every wrinkle and imperfection. That’s why Lauren created her line to be different.
The Lauren Hutton Aqua Elements collection uses natural moisturizing ingredients and provides sheer, beautiful coverage. Recently, I tried Lauren’s Aqua Elements Mineral Tinted Moisturizer and it was fabulous. Perfect for summertime, this lightweight tinted moisturizer combines …read more

In the summertime, you don’t need heavy foundation. Instead reach for a tinted moisturizer. Look for one that provides a sheer tint and also SPF to protect your skin from the sun’s damaging rays. Tinted moisturizer is perfect for a natural look — just add a coat of mascara and lip gloss to finish off your makeup.
This light, antioxidant-rich moisturizer from Kimiko Beauty is a fantastic option. It comes in four sheer colors that deliver just the right amount of tint. It’s a chemical-free sunscreen that is hypoallergenic and fragrance free.
The Kimiko Beauty Hydrating Tint has SPF 20, so it’s …read more

It already feels like it’s summertime in SoCal! One of the things I really love to use during the summer are tinted moisturizers . With the heat, humidity and sweaty conditions, there’s no reason to walk around with a full face of make up (moisturizer, primer (optional) and foundation etc) all the time. Tinted moisturizers are you best friends during the warm weather months as it allows you to skip a step in your routine. Look for tinted moisturizers with the added benefit of SPF like this one from Kiehls.
Kiehls Ultra Facial Tinted Moisturizer is a light-weight tinted moisturizer that …read more

Many women switch over from a heavier liquid foundation to a tinted moisturizer in the warmer months. As the weather gets hotter and more humid, you might consider trying one of these fabulous products. All three of these tinted moisturizers come very highly recommended by users and are available right now at Sephora.
Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer
Probably one of my favorite summer products, Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer contains SPF 20 and a lightweight tint. It’s sheer, smooth and looks natural. This tinted moisturizer was a 2008 “Best of Sephora” winner and is priced at $42. It comes in seven shades.
Philosophy The …read more

With summer almost here,you will likely need to make some adjustments to your daily makeup routine. It was probably pretty easy to hide flaws and blemishes with heavy foundation and extra powder through the winter, or disguise the pasty pale tone of your skin with blush and bronzer for the last few months – but that’s over now.
How can you make sure you look your best, without all that makeup caking up or smudging off in the heat?
Here are some tips to get you started -
For Your Lips. Rather than layering on dark, heavy lipstick, go with a berry colored …read more