Review of Living Nature Tinted MoisturiserBy Caroline Scott
Packaging: Living Nature Tinted Moisturiser comes in an ergonomically shaped matte black plastic tube. It is sturdy, so won't squeeze product everywhere if it gets squashed in your bag, and it is also a really neat and compact shape so it takes up much less space than a standard tube design. The built in flip-lid means that you can easily dispense the right amount of product without risking contamination from fingers.
Application: For me, tinted moisturisers are always a bit of a gamble because I never seem to find one that quite suits my complexion. I'm fair skinned, red haired and my skin tone is yellow with the difficult addition of rather sensitive, ruddy cheeks.
Most tinted moisturisers are just wrong for me - too dark and too orange. Just think about how many variations of shade and tone you look at when choosing a foundation - with a tinted moisturiser you are lucky if you get a choice of light, medium and dark! That is why it takes a considerable skill to create a tinted moisturiser to suit everyone.
With the Living Nature Tinted Moisturiser in Dawn Glow, I think I have hit the jackpot! It is a beautiful, thick, creamy consistency that spreads smoothly over the skin. It isn't at all greasy and absorbs well, leaving just a hint of colour on your face. It smells strongly of the active ingredients - particularly manuka honey - and the smell will be familiar to anyone who uses other Living Nature products. I actually really love the scent because it is refreshing and invigorating and you know you are treating your skin to a dose of goodness whenever you use the moisturiser.
It isn't a heavy coverage - this is a tinted moisturiser NOT a foundation - but it does even out skin tone and leave a glowing, dewy finish. I added an extra layer onto my cheeks to help cover the ruddiness and it did a surprisingly good job. The product is pigmented enough to make a difference to the overall appearance of the skin without looking as though you are wearing make up. An added bonus of it sinking into your skin (as opposed to sitting on top like foundation does) is that it doesn't run or streak in the rain. I got caught in a downpour and, although my hair was ruined and my mascara ran, my face still looked as fresh as a daisy!
Ingredients: The real hero ingredient of Living Nature products is manuka honey and this Tinted Moisturiser is no exception. Although packed with jojoba, macadamia oil and other moisturising ingredients, the manuka honey is what makes it stand out from other similar products.
The power of honey to stimulate wound healing and promote healthy skin is well documented. Used on the skin, honey is reported to stimulate the immune system and provide the nutrients for cell metabolism and rapid tissue repair. It also contains lactic acid, which aids in the clearing of dead skin cells.
Results: Okay, I admit, I am truly shocked by Living Nature Tinted Moisturiser. Not only does it suit my skin but it also nourishes it wonderfully. The pigmentation of the product is fabulous, it blends and adapts to all skin tones and gives a sheer hint of smooth, even colour. It also moisturises amazingly well without being too rich or too greasy.
I personally think it works well either on its own or under foundation. It is a great base for foundation because it is not oily and it provides an extra layer of sheer coverage which means you can use less foundation.
Pros
Great colour and pigmentation to suit all skin tones
Really rich and nourishing whilst not being a heavy cream
Can wear alone or under foundation
The colour lasts well
Really well-designed packaging
Cons
No SPF
Fragrance may take getting used to for some people
Living Nature Tinted Moisturiser (£15.50) and Living Nature Products are available at naturisimo.com
