I’ll be honest, new formulas frighten me. I like the formulas I know, love, and use all the time, thankyouverymuch. So when I heard Laura Mercier was reformulating their cult favorite product, I was a bit (read: VERY) concerned. Turns out, I shouldn’t have been. The reformulation is phenomenal, and took place because the sunscreens in the old product were chalky, making medium and deeper shades difficult to create, so this overhaul was necessary. New shades have been added to the line, as well as lighter SPF options, too (with increased SPF coverage now at SPF 30). I’ve used the new formula, I don’t even miss the old one, and I’m confident you’ll feel the same. Check the recent reviews, everyone is still obsessed. Also, take note that they’ve made natural and illuminating formulations, and while I love both, I’ve personally been using the illuminating formula and absolutely love it. It gives the most beautiful, subtle glow without making me look like I’ve been glitter-bombed.
Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer
Thanks to Lancôme and Bloomingdales for partnering on this post! As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own.
Fun fact: In the past, I haven’t been that into face creams. I know, it’s like we don’t even know each other anymore. My skincare cravings have always led me to focus on serums and products with specific active ingredients (your retinol booster, your vitamin C serum, etc.). Face creams were then the product I used to lock all the good stuff in. While there is some truth to this—your moisturizer does help seal in other products—I’ve learned after testing a few high-quality face creams that I was wrong, so very wrong. Face creams can be much so much more than just the icing on the cake. They can make a great deal of difference—when you find the right one.
Exhibit A: Lancôme’s Absolue Revitalizing & Brightening Rich Cream.
