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Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40

  • 68/100
  • Medium Confidence
  • 3 sources

The Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 appears to be a strong contender for in.

Updated Sep 4, 2026

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Medium evidence confidence · 68/100

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Ilia

Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40

Skincare

Reviewed

27 claims checked across 5 evidence categories

Claims checked: 27 · Verified sources: 3 · Evidence categories: 5 · Open questions: 3 · Medium evidence confidence · 68/100

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Evidence checklist

We check the product questions most likely to affect a buying decision. Open any item to see the supporting sources, agreement, and limitations.

Performance & outcomes 4 claims checked

ILIA Soft Focus Finishing Powder is EffectiveLimited evidenceWhat we still need: The ILIA Soft Focus Finishing Powder effectively reduces shine, refines pores, and smooths texture, performing well both with the Skin Tint and other foundations.1 source

The ILIA Soft Focus Finishing Powder effectively reduces shine, refines pores, and smooths texture, performing well both with the Skin Tint and other foundations.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Benefit 24-Hour Brow Gel has an excellent, non-clumping formulaLimited evidenceWhat we still need: The Benefit 24-Hour Brow Gel's formula is highly effective at lifting and setting brow hairs cleanly without clumping, and the reviewer considers it the best she has ever tried.1 source

The Benefit 24-Hour Brow Gel's formula is highly effective at lifting and setting brow hairs cleanly without clumping, and the reviewer considers it the best she has ever tried.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Revlon's Quality Declined After Financial Firm TakeoverLimited evidenceWhat we still need: Revlon, after filing for bankruptcy and being acquired by financial firms, now optimizes for margin over pigment, resulting in a product that is not the same as it was historically.1 source

Revlon, after filing for bankruptcy and being acquired by financial firms, now optimizes for margin over pigment, resulting in a product that is not the same as it was historically.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Ilia Beauty Offers Clinically Proven Clean Skincare-MakeupLimited evidenceWhat we still need: Ilia Beauty, acquired by a luxury beauty family allowing it to retain independence, offers products like the Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 with mineral SPF and ingredients like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide. Clinical studies and dermatologists confirm its efficacy in reducing wrinkles and providing hydration without clogging pores.1 source

Ilia Beauty, acquired by a luxury beauty family allowing it to retain independence, offers products like the Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 with mineral SPF and ingredients like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide. Clinical studies and dermatologists confirm its efficacy in reducing wrinkles and providing hydration without clogging pores.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Quality & reliability 2 claims checked

Not Suitable for Oily SkinLimited evidenceWhat we still need: The ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 is not suitable for oily skin types, as it broke up, made the skin greasy, and emphasized texture during wear.1 source

The ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 is not suitable for oily skin types, as it broke up, made the skin greasy, and emphasized texture during wear.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Tower 28 Concealer provides preferred light and natural-looking coverageLimited evidenceWhat we still need: The reviewer consistently favors the Tower 28 concealer for its light and natural-looking coverage, making it a reliable choice for everyday use, especially in summer when she avoids heavy makeup.1 source

The reviewer consistently favors the Tower 28 concealer for its light and natural-looking coverage, making it a reliable choice for everyday use, especially in summer when she avoids heavy makeup.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Value & ownership 3 claims checked

Price and Shade RangeLimited evidenceWhat we still need: The ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 costs $48 and is available in 32 shades.1 source

The ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 costs $48 and is available in 32 shades.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Too Faced Brand Value and Quality Deteriorated Post-Estee Lauder AcquisitionLimited evidenceWhat we still need: After being acquired by Estee Lauder, Too Faced's brand value decreased, formulas didn't improve, and sales declined. The founders' immediate departure to start a competing brand signals internal problems caused by the acquisition.1 source

After being acquired by Estee Lauder, Too Faced's brand value decreased, formulas didn't improve, and sales declined. The founders' immediate departure to start a competing brand signals internal problems caused by the acquisition.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Kylie Cosmetics is a High-Markup Version of ColourPopLimited evidenceWhat we still need: Kylie Cosmetics products are manufactured in the same factory with nearly identical formulas to ColourPop but are sold at significantly higher prices, with the difference primarily funding celebrity branding and marketing, not product quality.1 source

Kylie Cosmetics products are manufactured in the same factory with nearly identical formulas to ColourPop but are sold at significantly higher prices, with the difference primarily funding celebrity branding and marketing, not product quality.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Care, support & constraints 3 claims checked

L'Oreal Brands Linked to Lead Contamination and False Clinical ClaimsLimited evidenceWhat we still need: L'Oreal USA brands are associated with a high number of lead-contaminated lipsticks according to FDA studies and have settled with the FTC for falsely claiming products were 'clinically proven' to alter genes.1 source

L'Oreal USA brands are associated with a high number of lead-contaminated lipsticks according to FDA studies and have settled with the FTC for falsely claiming products were 'clinically proven' to alter genes.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Maybelline Products Contain High Lead Levels and Undisclosed PFAS 'Forever Chemicals'Limited evidenceWhat we still need: Maybelline products, specifically 'Color Sensational Pink Petal' lipstick, have shown the highest lead concentrations in FDA studies. Their waterproof mascaras also contain high levels of PFAS (forever chemicals) that accumulate in the body and are not disclosed on ingredient labels, leading to a class-action lawsuit.1 source

Maybelline products, specifically 'Color Sensational Pink Petal' lipstick, have shown the highest lead concentrations in FDA studies. Their waterproof mascaras also contain high levels of PFAS (forever chemicals) that accumulate in the body and are not disclosed on ingredient labels, leading to a class-action lawsuit.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Physicians Formula Offers Clean, Affordable, and Allergy-Friendly CosmeticsLimited evidenceWhat we still need: Physicians Formula, a family-owned brand, prioritizes excluding over 500 harsh chemicals and consistently receives top ratings for safety by the Environmental Working Group. Its products are highly accessible and affordable.1 source

Physicians Formula, a family-owned brand, prioritizes excluding over 500 harsh chemicals and consistently receives top ratings for safety by the Environmental Working Group. Its products are highly accessible and affordable.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Other checked claims 15 claims checked

Light and Buildable CoverageLimited evidenceWhat we still need: The ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 provides light coverage that can be built up for more pigmentation.1 source

The ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 provides light coverage that can be built up for more pigmentation.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Radiant/Dewy FinishLimited evidenceWhat we still need: The ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 has a radiant, if not dewy, finish.1 source

The ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 has a radiant, if not dewy, finish.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Mineral SPF 40 with Zinc OxideLimited evidenceWhat we still need: The ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint contains mineral SPF 40, with zinc oxide that can act like a primer on oily skin.1 source

The ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint contains mineral SPF 40, with zinc oxide that can act like a primer on oily skin.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Contains Isopropyl IsostearateLimited evidenceWhat we still need: The ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint contains isopropyl isostearate, which is known to be somewhat pore-clogging, making it a yellow flag for acne-prone skin.1 source

The ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint contains isopropyl isostearate, which is known to be somewhat pore-clogging, making it a yellow flag for acne-prone skin.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Emphasizes Skin Texture and FlakinessLimited evidenceWhat we still need: The ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 can emphasize skin texture and flakiness, especially on areas with peeling skin.1 source

The ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 can emphasize skin texture and flakiness, especially on areas with peeling skin.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 in 0.5 Sky is very lightLimited evidenceWhat we still need: The lightest shade, 0.5 Sky, of the Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 is extremely pale, making it suitable for fair skin but potentially too light if one has a slight tan.1 source

The lightest shade, 0.5 Sky, of the Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 is extremely pale, making it suitable for fair skin but potentially too light if one has a slight tan.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 blends well but is tackyLimited evidenceWhat we still need: The Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 blends nicely into the skin, but it has a slightly tacky texture unlike other seamless serum tints, though this is somewhat expected with SPF.1 source

The Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 blends nicely into the skin, but it has a slightly tacky texture unlike other seamless serum tints, though this is somewhat expected with SPF.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 offers light coverage with a chalky glowLimited evidenceWhat we still need: The skin tint provides minimal coverage, consistent with a skin tint, but leaves a "chalky glow" on fair skin, indicating a potential need for a slightly deeper shade for a more natural look.1 source

The skin tint provides minimal coverage, consistent with a skin tint, but leaves a "chalky glow" on fair skin, indicating a potential need for a slightly deeper shade for a more natural look.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Vieve Silhouette Stick offers natural contour and warmth for fair skinLimited evidenceWhat we still need: The Vieve Silhouette Stick in "Light" creates a beautiful natural-looking contour and adds a pleasant warmth to the skin, making it particularly effective for fair complexions. It can also be used on the eyes.1 source

The Vieve Silhouette Stick in "Light" creates a beautiful natural-looking contour and adds a pleasant warmth to the skin, making it particularly effective for fair complexions. It can also be used on the eyes.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Rhode Highlight Milk provides a subtle, natural, glitter-free glowLimited evidenceWhat we still need: The Rhode Highlight Milk in shade two offers a very natural and subtle highlight without any chunky glitter, making it a "really, really pretty" option for a gentle glow.1 source

The Rhode Highlight Milk in shade two offers a very natural and subtle highlight without any chunky glitter, making it a "really, really pretty" option for a gentle glow.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Rhode Highlight Milk is a versatile product for face and bodyLimited evidenceWhat we still need: The liquid highlight can be used on both the face and body, and the reviewer suggests mixing it with body lotion to achieve an overall healthy, warm glow, especially for fair skin in summer.1 source

The liquid highlight can be used on both the face and body, and the reviewer suggests mixing it with body lotion to achieve an overall healthy, warm glow, especially for fair skin in summer.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Benefit 24-Hour Brow Gel has a flimsy wandLimited evidenceWhat we still need: The wand of the Benefit 24-Hour Brow Gel is flimsy, hindering precise application and shaping of brow hairs, a long-standing issue for the reviewer despite loving the formula.1 source

The wand of the Benefit 24-Hour Brow Gel is flimsy, hindering precise application and shaping of brow hairs, a long-standing issue for the reviewer despite loving the formula.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Merit Bespoke Blush provides warmth and a sun-kissed look for fair skinLimited evidenceWhat we still need: The Merit Bespoke Blush adds a subtle, sun-kissed warmth to fair skin, avoiding overly warm or purple tones, and blends effectively with other contour products.1 source

The Merit Bespoke Blush adds a subtle, sun-kissed warmth to fair skin, avoiding overly warm or purple tones, and blends effectively with other contour products.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

MAC Cosmetics Quality Declined After Estee Lauder AcquisitionLimited evidenceWhat we still need: MAC Cosmetics, once a professional-grade brand, saw its product quality, packaging, and formulas decline after Estee Lauder's acquisition. The original artist-centric culture was replaced by sales pressure, leading artists to leave.1 source

MAC Cosmetics, once a professional-grade brand, saw its product quality, packaging, and formulas decline after Estee Lauder's acquisition. The original artist-centric culture was replaced by sales pressure, leading artists to leave.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Jones Road Beauty is a Quality-Driven Brand Founded by Bobbi BrownLimited evidenceWhat we still need: Jones Road Beauty, founded by industry veteran Bobbi Brown, focuses on eliminating over 2,700 harmful ingredients, exceeding strict EU standards. The brand prioritizes quality and effective multitasking products, demonstrating success without relying on investors or corporate structures.1 source

Jones Road Beauty, founded by industry veteran Bobbi Brown, focuses on eliminating over 2,700 harmful ingredients, exceeding strict EU standards. The brand prioritizes quality and effective multitasking products, demonstrating success without relying on investors or corporate structures.

Moderate agreement · 1 source supports

Open questions

Long-term wear performance for non-oily skin types.

Limited evidence · What we still need: Seek reviews specifically testing longevity on various skin types.

Performance in diverse climates (humidity, dry heat).

Limited evidence · What we still need: Look for reviews from users in similar climatic conditions.

How well it layers with other specific skincare or makeup products (e.g., specific primers, concealers).

Limited evidence · What we still need: Look for detailed beauty routines from reviewers.

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