Today I’m sharing my Typology Tinted Serum review. 

This is a product I have been using for about a year now. 

Typology is a no-fuss beauty brand based in France. The branding is simple, and they lean heavily on the “chic French girl” market space. Typology is known for their straightforward formulas and “good for your skin” makeup. I shared a full breakdown on the brand on this blog post if you want more information. In today’s post, I’ll just be focusing on one of their best selling products and sharing my Typology TInted Serum review. 

In this Typology Tinted Serum review, I’m going to share all of the details you need to know about this cult-following product as well as my thoughts on if it’s worth the $42 price tag.

Fabulous news! Typology gave me an offer to share on this post–eek! If you shop with my link, you’ll receive a *free* bottle of the Organic Orange Blossom Hydrolate with any purchase over $40. 

My Typology Tinted Serum Review

Typology’s Tinted Serum is a lightweight, low-medium coverage foundation that acts as a moisturizer and a skin tint. It has skin-enhancing ingredients such as vitamin C and squalane and leaves a dewy finish on the skin. I should mention that it is not a traditional foundation but rather a skin tint. The product is designed to let your natural skin shine through. 

I have been applying this after I’ve done all of my morning skincare and SPF in place of my normal foundation for a bit of natural glow and light coverage. 

My Honest Typology Tinted Serum Review (12 months later!) 

Key Ingredients

Typology’s Tinted Serum is a water-based formula and is made with Vitamin C, Squalane, and Aloe Vera. The formula is silicone-free and non-clogging. 

We know Vitamin C brightens skin and reduces pigmentation. Squalane and Aloe Vera are both super hydrators and help protect the skin’s natural barrier. That’s is why I love this product: it’s skincare and makeup. 

Packaging

Typology’s Tinted Serum comes in a square glass bottle with a dropper. My one complaint about the product is that you have to first pull the dropper out a little bit, squeeze out the air, and then dip it back into the bottle to get the product into the dropper. It took a bit to get used to. 

Coverage 

Typology’s Tinted Serum provides a light to moderate amount of coverage which is surprising considering how easy it is to blend in (more on that in a minute). I initially thought this was going to be much more sheer. The consistency is very similar to Glossier’s Skin Tint which I used for years, but the coverage is MUCH better. 

One thing I really like about this product is that it blends and builds easily. I can use either a tiny drop or a larger amount if I am looking for more coverage. 

Consistency + application

Typology’s Tinted Serum is thin and watery, making it very easy to spread and blend into the skin. 

Typology’s website suggests applying 3-4 drops of product with either a brush or your fingers. I have applied the product a few different ways: with just my fingers, with a beauty sponge, or a mix of both.

This product is amazingly easy to apply. You really can just swipe it on with your fingers and blend it easily and quickly. As long as I have prepped my skin properly with a good moisturizer (and my SPF of course), this tinted serum just melts into my skin. In that sense, it feels like just another step of my morning skincare regimen as opposed to a whole separate event of putting on makeup. 

Finish + staying power

I should note that the finish of this product is dewy. I have very dry skin and welcome a dewy product with open arms, so this was no issue for me. 

The coverage lasts all day without breaking apart on my skin which is often an issue for me with traditional foundations. I have found that, like most products on my skin type, some of the “dewiness” does dry up by the end of the day. 

Shades

Typology’s Tinted Serum comes in only 6 shades which I think is an area they could improve in. It’s worth noting that Typology does offer 30% off your second bottle in your cart if you are between or want to mix two shades. 

I wear Type 2 which is admittedly a smidge too bronze for me, so I make sure to stay on top of my self-tanning routine when I am using this product. 

Price

Typology’s Tinted Serum costs $42.90 for a 1 oz bottle. I can’t speak to how long this product will last me as I have only been using it for a month, but I will be sure to update this post accordingly once I do run out. 

To quickly compare with a few similar products: Chanel’s Vitalumière costs $55, Westman Atelier’s Vital Skincare Complexion Drops costs $68, and Glossier’s Skin Tint (similar consistency but less coverage) costs $28. 

I have been very happy with this product. Typology’s Tinted Serum provides a decent amount of coverage without looking like I have makeup on. I love how easy it is to apply and love that the ingredients make this just a natural extension of my morning skincare regimen. 

If you are looking for a non-fussy way to add a little coverage and dewiness to your routine, I definitely recommend Typology’s Tinted Serum. 

Thanks for checking out my Typology Tinted Serum review! I hope it was helpful. For more Typology reviews, click here. 

Fabulous news! Typology gave me an offer to share on this post–eek! If you shop with my link, you’ll receive a *free* bottle of the Organic Orange Blossom Hydrolate with any purchase over $40.

On that note…

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