If I Had to Pick Just One Product for Life, It Would Be This.
As beauty journalists, we are accustomed to seeing an influx of new beauty products each month at our beauty desk. This means we constantly test new makeup, skincare, fragrances, and hair care (it’s a real treat, I admit). Despite having a variety of beauty products at our disposal, there are always specific favorites that permanently reside in our makeup bags. These are the products we consistently reach for, regardless of the latest launches. Personally, the Lisa Eldridge Seamless Skin Enhancing Tint (£39) is a skin tint that I know I will use indefinitely.
Lisa Eldridge Seamless Skin Enhancing Tint
Key Ingredients: Prickly pear oil, sunflower seed oil, glycerin, squalane
Coverage: Sheer, but buildable
Finish: Naturally radiant, second-skin effect
Shades: 21
Pros:
- Second-skin finish
- Sheer yet buildable coverage
- Gives skin a naturally perfected look without masking
- Wide shade range for various undertones
Cons:
- Not suitable for those seeking full coverage or a matte finish
The Formula
Lisa Eldridge MBE is one of the leading makeup artists globally, known for her work with countless famous personalities, so I always expected this formula to be exceptional. Renowned for her natural approach to complexion, Eldridge focuses foundation and complexion products only where they are truly needed, rather than fully masking the skin. This philosophy is perfectly encapsulated in this skin tint.
The pebble-shaped bottle contains a tint with a water-like texture that quickly absorbs into the skin, providing a sheer, lightweight finish similar to a second skin without emphasizing enlarged pores or fine lines. The formula boasts hydrating ingredients like squalane, glycerin, and prickly pear and sunflower seed oils. Initially, I was concerned it might feel too heavy on my oily-leaning skin, but it applies beautifully. I appreciate a naturally radiant finish, and this skin tint achieves that balance perfectly—it’s neither overly dewy nor completely matte, but looks like skin with a healthy glow. This would be ideal for those with dry or combination skin, yet is still matte enough for those with oilier skin types who prefer a glowy look.
The Finish
What I particularly like about this skin tint is that it provides just the right amount of coverage while feeling weightless. It effectively blurs redness and pigmentation while still allowing my freckles to show through. While the sheer finish may not conceal inflamed acne or redness entirely, it is perfect for everyday wear when you want to even out your skin tone, and serves as a great base for applying concealer only where needed. It's the ultimate "no makeup" makeup skin tint.
It holds up well throughout the day, whether worn alone over SPF or topped with concealer and powder. The finish is not so dewy that it disappears, yet not overly matte to cling to dryness. I tend to get oily around my nose and chin, but this product remains intact all day without becoming oily or cakey—a touch of powder on top sets it perfectly. The shade range is extensive, accommodating various undertones, allowing you to find a good match for your skin tone. As I write this during the peak of summer when I have a slight tan, shade T7 has matched my complexion well, which has neutral undertones. In summary, I will always keep a bottle of this skin tint in my makeup bag.
How We Tested
I have been using the Lisa Eldridge Seamless Skin Enhancing Tint since its launch, and it has become a daily essential in my makeup bag. With my oily-combination skin, I've rigorously tested this skin tint to evaluate how it performs with my skin type, how it layers over SPF, and how it interacts with other makeup. I've also sampled several shades from the range in both warmer and cooler months.
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