Best Drugstore Tinted Moisturizers

Beloved Brand

This CC cream combines an anti-aging moisturizer and sheer foundation in one product. Made by a skincare brand that has delivered results for generations.

Offers seven skin-loving benefits with moisturizers and a hint of foundation. Firms, evens out tone and texture, corrects dullness, minimizes lines and pores, and hydrates. Doesn't contain oil yet goes on smoothly. Easy to blend and wears well.

No SPF so won't replace sunscreen. Bottle is somewhat messy. Shades are fairly dark on pale skin.

Best Bang for the Buck

An extremely affordable tinted moisturizer with sun protection and vegan ingredients that adds a light coverage that works well for most skin tones.

Despite the low price, this tinted moisturizer has notable features, including SPF 20 and a formula that is cruelty-free and vegan. Contains vitamins and plant-based nutrients that moisturize skin. Blurs imperfections with more coverage than most tinted moisturizers.

Healthy Skin Anti-Aging Perfector

Consumers with fair skin may find that even the lightest shade is too dark or orange.

Neutrogena

Best for Mature Skin

Despite some quirks, this tinted moisturizer is worth a look if your skin is beginning to show signs of aging and you don't need heavy coverage. SPF 20 is a nice added bonus.

Stands out from other tinted moisturizers on our shortlist by including retinol, which may minimize the look of fine lines and wrinkles for some users. Absorbs quickly and doesn't feel greasy. Sheer coverage evens out skin tone. Offers SPF 20.

Organic Wear 100% Natural Tinted Moisturizer

If you're new to retinol, this moisturizer may irritate your skin until it adjusts. Light shades are not fair enough.

Physicians Formula

All-natural Option

If you prefer to use clean beauty products, you will be impressed with the quality ingredients and rich moisturizers in this tinted moisturizer.

Garners praise for being 100% natural and containing nourishing plant-based ingredients, 80% of which are produced organically. Cruelty-free and doesn't contain any harsh chemicals or artificial additives. SPF 15. Ideal for dry skin.

Balmshelter Tinted Moisturizer

Too heavy for oily skin. Scent is on the strong side. Shades lean too warm to work on all skin tones.

The Balm

Creamy Yet Lightweight

This tinted moisturizer has a lightweight consistency and nice features, including more color options than most tinted moisturizers and SPF 18.

Has a creamy consistency and goes on smoothly. Comes in seven different shades rather than only two or three. Doesn't feel heavy on the skin, plus a little goes a long way. Contains SPF 18. Evens tone without hiding the skin for a flattering no-makeup look.