Finally, a Tinted SPF that Applies *Seamlessly* Under Make-Up With No White Cast!
If you’re on the pigmentation struggle bus, have I got a find for you. Summer is coming and it’s time to get serious about your daily suncare. Look, I get it, we don’t always get it right to wear sunscreen religiously, but nothing makes it easier to ward off pigmentation or premature ageing than a good tinted sunscreen.
While most of us would love to be the kind of person who’s organised enough to wear sunscreen everyday, that’s not the reality for most women. Many women’s, main gripe with wearing sunscreen everyday is that facial sun creams are too greasy, heavy to wear, and in some cases, irritate their skin.
All valid points. Many facial sunscreen also don’t play nicely with makeup. Realistically, in the ten minutes I have to apply my makeup in the morning, I’m not about to waste five of those precious minutes trying to get my sunscreen to enter into a committed relationship with my foundation.
I find that most sunscreens leave an oily film, which stops my foundation from sinking in properly, or they leave a white cast that has me looking ghostly. I’ve tried an endless number of facial sunscreens on the market in South Africa, and now, I think I’ve landed on a game-changer: Avène Anti-Pigmentation Tinted Fluid SPF50+.
This fantastic SPF feels like the best of both worlds: Smart skincare and effortless makeup in one. It’s become a go-to for me over the last couple of weeks, especially when I have work events during the day that require me to bask in the sun a little longer than usual.
This tinted wonder offers you powerful broad spectrum sun protection to shield against UVA, UVB, and blue light. It ticks all the boxes for sun protection with its high factor 50 protection. But that’s not all, the product also promises targeted care by helping to correct and prevent pigmentation, dark spots, and uneven tone.
Even better? The gentle formula ensures it’s perfectly suited for sensitive or reactive skin, so anyone can wear it with confidence. It’s non-comedogenic so it won’t block pores, and for those who are on the drier side, it is incredibly hydrating.
Avène Anti-Pigmentation Tinted Fluid SPF50+ seals the deal with its tinted, skin-loving finish. The fluid has a very soft golden brown hue that will add a hint of warmth and coverage to most skin tones. It’s not heavy coverage but has a similar finish to a tinted moisturiser. It’s lightweight and breathable, so it’s perfect if you’re a “no makeup” kind of gal who loves the natural sun-kissed look in summer. The natural tint in this product is all you need to even out the complexion without looking heavy or too ‘made-up’.
Of course, not all of us can rock that “no makeup” look, so you’ll be thrilled to know that this wonderful SPF layers like a dream under makeup. It’s non-sticky and sits well under my foundation. You can use it as a primer for a beautifully soft canvas before you apply foundation.
The texture of this fluid means it has an invisible finish and just a cherry-sized amount is enough to cover my whole face. The fluid absorbs fully into the skin within a minute or two, leaving my face looking plump and glowy without any residue or white cast.
Whether you’re new to facial SPF or wear it religiously, I can’t recommend this product highly enough. It’s easy to use, will keep you protected in the event of prolonged sun exposure, and most importantly, it won’t get in the way of your makeup (hooray!).
Avène Anti-Pigmentation Tinted Fluid SPF50+ retails for R599 (40ml).
