ALASTIN Skincare HydraTint Pro Mineral Tinted Sunscreen SPF 36 (3.2 oz)

I have been using this product for about three years now and reach for it almost every day. I originally learned about it from the woman who used to do my microneedling treatments. She put together a full skincare routine for me, and this was the product she recommended, which is how I was introduced to it. Even though it is technically one shade, it blends into my skin beautifully in both winter and summer. I included photos from different seasons to show how it adjusts and still looks natural no matter my skin tone. This is not a full coverage foundation, but I use it in place of concealer most days. It evens out my skin in a very natural way without looking cakey or clogging my pores. One of the biggest reasons I love this is that at 40, traditional concealer tends to settle into fine lines and wrinkles on me. This does not. I apply blush and contour right over it and use it almost like concealer, but it stays smooth and natural instead of creasing. If you have rosacea or redness on your nose, this will not fully hide that. My nose turns red when I get hot, so I will sometimes use the tiniest amount of concealer just on my nose. The texture is what really sets it apart. It is moisturizing without being sticky or greasy and has enough coverage to smooth and blur while still letting skin look like skin. I also attached a photo of my neck showing a clear line where one side has the product on and the other does not, just to show how subtly it evens tone without looking like makeup. It is a bit pricey, but one tube lasts me about eight months with almost daily use, so it is well worth it for me. This has become a staple in my routine and something I always repurchase.

I know the price is prohibitive but look at the size! The tube will last me for at least a year and the coverage is flawless. There’s no greasy feel at all. I usually layer it on under a lighter dusting of powder foundation and it evens my skin tone beautifully without needing any other layers or concealer. If I’m in a hurry I just squeeze a bit onto my fingers and apply it like lotion. Much easier to remember- and way more functional- than a separate daily SPF product.

The best tinted SPF I've ever tried. It's made by Gladerma which is the maker of Cetaphil... which is the skincare line my eczema prone skin responds the best to, so it's no wonder why my skin loves this tinted SPF. I like that it layers well over any serums and creams without pilling. Very hydrating - can leave face a little overly shiny, but this can be neutralized by dabbing some setting powder over it like Bare Minerals Original Veil. I was an EltaMD tinted SPF user for many years, but this gives Elta a run for its money! You will find that most of the time, you don't need any additional bb cream or makeup over this as this tinted SPF gives you medium coverage.

I am incredibly picky about sunscreen, tinted moisturizers, etc. I have tried and returned dozens. I check the Yukka app (download it!) for safety of ingredients. I test for stinging of the eyes or does it itch or burn my sensitive skin. Now I will say, a lot of Korean sunscreens are great for lightweight, lotion-y feel, but they’re terrible at using endocrine disrupting ingredients. (Oh, you wanted to have kids? So sorry). Or, they burn my eyes horrifically if any gets in them. After trying many, many, many brands, including those sold at a dermatologists office, I now wear this product as my daily foundation. It’s that good. Applies with the right amount of slip (has some silicone) and the coverage is just enough to hide my constantly rosy cheeks and oddly purple eyelids. 🙄 It is slightly shiny upon application but dries down in minutes to a natural skin look. Works well under makeup but I find I don’t need to add makeup. I am a light-medium cool to neutral skin tone if that helps. The product is a beige color so it’s not going to match everyone it just kind of neutralizes the cast of the mineral SPF. If you sweat you will need to apply (I know, duh, but I had to learn it again the hard way). Problem? This gets a Yukka score of 26 (bad) for two ingredients (a preservative that many products also have as well as a silicone). I’ve decided I’m going to stay with this product because the performance is just excellent and my skin seems to love it. No breakouts, no stings, no rashes. Note - as a mineral sunscreen, you really have to double cleanse to get this stuff off at the end of the day.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Really happy with this sunscreen. It goes on smooth, isn’t greasy, and the tint gives my skin a nice, even look without feeling like makeup. I also like that it’s fragrance-free and keeps my skin feeling hydrated all day. A little goes a long way, so it’s been worth the price for me.

I love this product! Fair warning, it was a little too dark for me, but I am a very fair redhead. I bought a white pigment mixer for foundation, and just add a drop when I apply each morning, and it is perfect! This has replaced my everyday CC cream. It does have lighter coverage than a typical CC cream, but perfect if you have a fairly clear complexion. And it is light enough that I can workout in it. I wore it on a week long hiking trip, and no breakouts! It is pricey, but huge and replaces multiple products. I got it on prime day and will restock the next time it goes on sale.

I'm an older woman (late 60s) and I still have oily skin. What I like about this sunscreen is that it doesn't settle into creases. It doesn't have an unpleasant chemical sunscreen scent because it is the mineral kind. I have shied away from using sunscreen because of the way many brands smell, but because this has no scent, I will use it faithfully. The tint is nice and makes me look glowy. It's matte but not chalky. It lasts all day even when I go for walks. I live in a medium-humid environment, so staying-power is important. I only wish the SPF were a bit higher.

I’m in love with this product 💓 I’ve been struggling to find something that works like a foundation ever since I got a MOXI laser treatment. For some reason, regular foundation doesn’t sit on my skin the way it used to, it either slides off my face or makes my skin look cakey. This product feels light, absorbs beautifully into my skin, and gives a much more natural look. I pair it with concealer and set everything with powder, and it looks amazing. Yes, it’s pricey, but it actually works and feels good on the skin. I also love that it includes sunscreen, which is a huge plus. I’ll definitely be buying it again!