No Need To Prime or Prep—This New Sheer Tint Is Your Skin, But Better

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This New Sheer Tint Balm Is Your Skin, But Hydrated, Plump & RadiantCourtesy of Getty Images

If there's anything we've learned from 2026's recent beauty trends, it's to keep the base simple, fresh, and hydrated. Lucky for us, It Cosmetics' newest product, the Do It All Sheer Tint Face Balm, is delivering on just that.

This 4-in-1 tinted moisturizer blends sheer (but buildable) coverage with powerful skincare ingredients to firm, hydrate, and minimize lines. Available in 15 shades, the balm is formulated with hyaluronic acid, collagen peptides, and vitamin E to hydrate and plump throughout the day. The texture is similar to a solid serum that seamlessly melts into your skin and leaves a naturally radiant finish. 

Long gone are the days when we suffered through mattifying primers, foundations, and setting sprays that sucked every inch of hydration from our skin. Now, we want our faces to look like we just got a super-star facial done. The classic way to achieve a fresh base is to prep the skin with a hydrating skincare routine and to blend small amounts of foundation at a time. Tinted moisturizers and sheer skin tints are the shortcut answer to that. 

It Cosmetics has always been a makeup-skincare hybrid brand. Their products are reliable, always performing perfectly, with science-first formulas that have powerful skincare ingredients. That's why when I heard It Cosmetics was coming out with a brand new complexion product that strayed from their CC+ hero line, I knew it was going to be good. I just didn't expect how much it would blow me away.

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It Cosmetics Do It All Sheer Tint Face Balm

With a near-perfect rating and over 2K reviews after only a month post-launch, it's no wonder this hydrating tinted face balm is beloved by regular shoppers and beauty editors alike. 

It was love at first blend. My skin is incredibly dry, with every complexion product I've used drying my skin even further and settling into patches. No matter how much I "prepped" or moisturized beforehand, my skin would look worse than if I had just left it bare.

It Cosmetics' new tint was an exception. It's the perfect amount of coverage, with my real skin peeking through without any of my redness. A true my skin-but-better result, my face looks fresh, plump, moisturized, and ready for the day.

Of course, no product is perfect. Like many other sheer tints, it won't last a full eight-hour day. But, personally, I'll gladly accept that if it means my skin looks that good for four. 

What Reviewers Are Saying About IT Cosmetics' Do It All Sheer Tint Face Balm:

"I love IT cosmetics, but this is the best by far! This is a great product for mature skin. It does not settle into fine lines and makes my face look youthful again."

"It is so creamy and smooth, but it makes my face look so balanced and refreshed! I love the texture, and it blends nicely."

"If you are looking for a new skin tint, look no further! I have naturally red cheeks, and this skin tint covered the redness effortlessly. I applied it with a brush, but you can definitely use your fingers for a more sheer look. It is a lightweight feeling formula, and doesn't feel cakey at all. It feels like you are just wearing a nice moisturizer. Overall, I highly recommend this product!"

"Very easy to apply. Lightweight and non-irritating. It is very sheer, feels comfortable on the skin. Perfect for everyday wear or your non-makeup days. No strong scents. Feels like skincare. No settling in fine lines. No cakey feeling."

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Kylie Cosmetics Skin Tint Blurring Elixir Foundation

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