AVEENO: Positively Radiant Tinted Moisturizer

I can't begin to tell you how much I love BB Creams (Blemish Balm Cream) and how I've been looking forward to the day when two of my favorite skin care brands, Olay and Aveeno, come up with their own line of BB products. A lot of other manufacturers from drug store to high end have released their own versions of this much talked about product except for these two. 

But reality check would tell you that they do have their own version in the form of tinted moisturizers, Definity Color Recapture for Olay and Positively Radiant Tinted Moisturizer for Aveeno. Unfortunately, both products are not readily available in Manila but I was lucky enough to receive the latter as a gift from my fiance who got it from Walgreens.

What the label says:

"These are the only tinted moisturizers with clinically proven active naturals total soy complex to brighten and even skin tone while providing SPF 30 sun protection. Natural light-reflecting minerals and lightweight coverage seamlessly blend away imperfections and immediately enhance skin's natural radiance."

*Active Ingredients

     Homosalate 5%, Octinoxate 7.5%, Octisalate 5%, Oxybenzone 2% 

This product comes in a 75ml bottle with a pump which in my opinion is a generous amount for its tag. I love that the pump can be twisted either way to lock and unlock the spout. 

Aveeno positively radiant tinted moisturizer (medium) SPF 30 

Aveeno after blending

The texture resembles that of a liquid foundation but a little thinner in consistency. It spreads easily and blends effortlessly. It gives light to medium coverage as opposed to a liquid foundation so you might be needing a concealer for darker spots or areas like under the eyes. It has light-reflecting particles that make your skin glow without the glittery effect. 

What I don't really like about it is that it looks oily on my skin when used alone so you might want to top this with a finishing powder. I'm also not too crazy about the scent which is quite strong, but good thing it goes off in a while. 

(L) Tony Moly luminous goddess aura BB cream SPF 37
(M) Aveeno positively radiant tinted moisturizer (medium) SPF 30
(R) L'oreal white perfect liquid foundation SPF 18

(L) Tony Moly luminous goddess aura BB cream SPF 37
(M) Aveeno positively radiant tinted moisturizer (medium) SPF 30
(R) L'oreal white perfect liquid foundation SPF 18

(L) Tony Moly luminous goddess aura BB cream SPF 37
(M) Aveeno positively radiant tinted moisturizer (medium) SPF 30
(R) L'oreal white perfect liquid foundation SPF 18

Since I don't have other tinted moisturizers, I swatched this in comparison to Tony Moly luminous aura BB cream and L'oreal white perfect liquid foundation instead. Notice how similar they are when it comes to texture. 

(L) Tony Moly luminous goddess aura BB cream SPF 37
(M) Aveeno positively radiant tinted moisturizer (medium) SPF 30
(R) L'oreal white perfect liquid foundation SPF 18

Aveeno tinted moisturizer was the easiest to blend followed by Tony Moly and L'oreal though you have to bear in mind that these are three different products. 

Both Aveeno and Tony Moly appeared to have tiny specks of light-reflecting particles while L'oreal was matte finish without the shimmer. 

(L) Tony Moly luminous goddess aura BB cream SPF 37
(M) Aveeno positively radiant tinted moisturizer (medium) SPF 30
(R) L'oreal white perfect liquid foundation SPF 18

After blending, Aveeno appeared to give sheer coverage while Tony Moly and L'oreal had medium to full coverage. 

Overall, I'm not so taken by this product but I do like that it looks natural on your face when used with a matte powder. Another plus would be the SPF 30 with UVA/UVB protection. 

Do I recommend this to friends? I will to those with normal to dry skin types who have minor skin imperfections and only need light coverage. I don't recommend this to those who need medium to full coverage and those with oily skin. If you have combination skin type like me, again I suggest you top it with a matte powder. Will I repurchase this? Aveeno products have always been so effective on my skin based on years of personal experience this is why I regret to say I will not repurchase this particular product. I will however continue using this, maybe mix it with a matte primer or top it with loose powder and see how it goes.

TIDBITS:

• Aveeno positively radiant tinted moisturizer SPF 30 costs $16.99 (Php 730) at Walgreens.
• All products mentioned in this entry are personal preferences and purchases and are not in any way intended for advertisement.