Welcome to You’ll Love This, our bi-weekly column in which Forbes Vetted staffers spotlight their favorite products while they’re on sale.
When it comes to my daily makeup routine, I’m definitely a minimalist. I like to be able to get ready in 10 minutes flat, and I can’t be bothered with primer, contouring and other tedious steps. That’s part of the reason why I swore off foundation years ago—all that blending takes forever. Plus, I found that it always looked cakey and orange on my fair skin, no matter what formula I tried. That said, I’m prone to redness, so last year I found myself searching for a product that would even out my complexion while still looking natural. Enter: Ilia’s Super Serum Skin Tint, which is 15% off for first-time shoppers with the code FORBES15.
I have to admit that when I first applied the Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint, I had some doubts. It felt a bit heavy and didn’t seem to sink into my skin as well as I’d hoped. But after letting it absorb for a few minutes, I was a lot happier with the glowy, even finish the skincare-infused formula created. And as the day wore on, I noticed that the skin tint started to feel more lightweight; I could barely tell it was on my skin even when I touched my face, which is exactly how I prefer my makeup to feel. Plus, I was impressed to find that the product masked my redness all day long, unlike other tinted moisturizers I’d tried in the past that wore off after a few hours.
Since that initial use, the Super Serum Skin Tint has become my go-to base for everything from Zoom meetings to dinner dates. It gives me a dewy, bright complexion that’s earned quite a few “wow, your skin looks great today,” compliments. During the summer months, I appreciate the fact that it contains SPF 40 sunscreen, so I don’t have to add an extra step to my morning routine. And in the winter, its hyaluronic acid and plant-based squalane ensure that my skin stays hydrated, preventing any flaky dry patches from developing.
The only factor I don’t like about the Super Serum Skin Tint is its $48 price point, so I try to stock up on a couple bottles while it’s on sale. Right now, the clean beauty brand is giving Forbes Vetted readers the opportunity to do the same, offering first-time shoppers 15% off their purchases with the code FORBES15. And while that may not seem like a huge discount, it’s a pretty big deal, considering Ilia never offers more than 20% off its products.
The exclusive promo code will be live through February 2, so you have a bit of time to pick out your perfect shade. And if you’re unsure, you can take the brand’s shade match quiz or send a makeup-free selfie directly to the Ilia team and they’ll pick out the right one for you. If my experience and the thousands of five-star reviews are any indication, you’ll be glad you gave the Super Serum Skin Tint a try.
