Barely There Sheer Matte Tint SPF 30 [DISCONTINUED]

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3.8

182 reviews
59%
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Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide 5%; Zinc Oxide 5% (mineral-based sunscreens). Other Ingredients: Water, Cyclomethicone (silicone slip agent), Propylene Glycol (water-binding agent), PEG/PPG-118/18-Dimethicone (silicone-based emulsifier), Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate (thickener), Talc (absorbent), Dimethicone (silicone slip agent), Phytantriol (water-binding agent), Tocopherol, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (antioxidants vitamin E and C), Boron Nitride (absorbent), Glycerin (slip agent), Palmitic Acid (thickener), Dextrin Palmitate (emulsifier), Sodium Hyaluronate (water-binding agent), Sodium Chloride (stabilizer), Sodium Dehydroacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben (all preservatives). May Contain: Iron Oxides, Ultramarines (FDA-approved cosmetic pigments).

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    4.0
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    SimplyBeautiful

    19 years ago

    This is a great TM that has broad-spectrum SPF and evens out my skintone really well. I'm NC 20 with combincation skin (slightly acne-prone) and I wear Sheer Ivory, which is very yellow-based but...

    About reviewer (89 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesGreen

    4.0
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    syrinx

    19 years ago

    I got a sample in Sheer Ivory with my PC order.This is quite dark and yellow to be the lightest shade available (think LM TM in Nude). I would also not describe the finish as matte, but more of a...

    About reviewer (17 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinOther

    HairOther

    EyesOther

    5.0
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    michelleybobo

    19 years ago

    I don't normally like to wear foundation because it feels too cakey or greasy to me usually. Plus, my skin is oily and breakout-prone. But I really appreciate this foundation because it feels...

    About reviewer (4 reviews)

    Age25-29

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    4.0
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    tetrakis

    19 years ago

    Got a sample of this yesterday. Actually, I liked this a lot, except for one thing. Even the lightest color is way too dark and yellow/orange for me. I have very fair, sensitive skin...

    About reviewer (108 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinSensitive, Fair

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    ekubo

    20 years ago

    I received samples for both sheer neutral and sheer beige. Surprisingly, BOTH of them are too yellow/dark for me(Stila 30 wats). Sheer beige was way too dark/yellow, while sheer neutral is passable...

    About reviewer (36 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOther

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    vanbergc

    20 years ago

    I got rid of this product almost as soon as I got it. I can't remember anything I liked about it. As I remember, it was ashy...just enough to wash out my skintone without really covering anything...

    About reviewer (387 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesHazel

    3.0
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    dockat

    20 years ago

    I recieved some samples of Light neutral and then bought the Ivory because the light neutral was too dark. It is very sheer which is good but as other reviewers have indicated it is very yellow...

    About reviewer (59 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinDry

    HairRed

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    zeroninesix

    20 years ago

    Good - the sheerness Good - it sits on top of my pores in my t-zone Good - colours. (I use ivory. I am NW20 in MAC) Good - SPF20 Good - I get compliments on my skin when I am wearing this

    About reviewer (7 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination

    HairBlond

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    veryangie

    20 years ago

    Loved this product and the color, which is really mild but evens the skin tone out. I only wonder if the amount i use and the formulation makes it sufficient for daily sun exposure. Doesn't break...

    About reviewer (23 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination

    HairBlack

    EyesBlack

    5.0
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    karinatwork

    20 years ago

    I can't believe I haven't reviewed this yet! It's a staple of mine, I use it every day. Since I found this, I don't use foundation anymore, this gives me enough coverage and nice protection with a...

    About reviewer (121 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesGreen

    4.0
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    Shedeviluptuous

    20 years ago

    I really like this as a sheer foundation...I'm new to the "sheer" or "tinted" stuff..but I just like the way it looks on my skin...very glowy but matte at the same time...I'm usually a full...

    About reviewer (104 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination

    HairRed

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    rlop

    20 years ago

    I tried this foundation in Ivory and Neutral. The colors are yellow toned. The neutral was a little too yellow for my skin so I mixed it with ivory to tone it down. However, I was very...

    About reviewer (128 reviews)

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    SkinOther

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    4.0
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    reismione

    20 years ago

    provides sheer coverage w gd spf. will repurchase again. :)

    About reviewer (65 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBlack

    EyesBlack

    3.0
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    ziggy_medusa

    20 years ago

    i recieved some generous samples of this when ordering some PC skincare and overall is verdict is 3/5. It wasnt bad- it is sheer and matte as it claims to be. I put it on after cleansing in the...

    About reviewer (145 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinSensitive, Fair

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    2.0
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    josiecat

    20 years ago

    This is quite sheer, but it has a definite orange cast to it. It also tends to get too shiny by mid-day, sometimes downright greasy looking. It doesn't seem to cause breakouts, but that's about the...

    About reviewer (181 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBlond, Other, Other

    EyesOther

    5.0
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    lipsticknut

    20 years ago

    A holy grail product for me. I used to use Clinique's City Block or Super City Block as my daily sunscreen. But I realized it was getting a bit too oily/shiny for my combo skin. I decided to try...

    About reviewer (50 reviews)

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    SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBrown, Wavy, Coarse

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    vixxin

    20 years ago

    This provides nice, sheer coverage and gives a nice satin finish. Also has broad-spectrum SPF 20 which is a plus, and is a reasonable price ($12.95 USD). However, with only 4 colors to choose, I...

    About reviewer (214 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Cool

    HairBrunette, Curly, Other

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    pallid

    20 years ago

    I tried this in sheer ivory, which is slightly dark for me. I need more coverage also, but for great skin days on the weekend (that combo is pretty rare) when I need the sun protection, I love it,...

    About reviewer (36 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinDry

    HairBrunette

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    snakeskin

    20 years ago

    I've never worn this type of product before, but I'm very pleased with this. I have blotchy skin, but hate the masky foundation look/feel. This feels good on my oily skin, doesn't look greasy when...

    About reviewer (67 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinVery Oily

    HairBrown

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    Trin598

    20 years ago

    Man, I love this stuff! It does triple duty for me... moisturizer/sunscreen/foundation. Well, not really a foundation like you think of. It's very sheer and offers minimal coverage but thanks to...

    About reviewer (51 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair

    HairBrunette

    EyesBlue

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