Full-coverage foundation can be perfect for work, weddings or evenings out. But sometimes you might want something lighter. Enter tinted moisturizers-the more hydrating and more translucent cousins of foundation. "Tinted moisturizers are great for a more casual finish-kind of like wearing your favorite pair of jeans," says celebrity makeup artist Tim Quinn. "They're easier to work with because they're more sheer, they have a lightweight texture, they usually have an SPF benefit and they're more portable (usually in a tube)." Read on for Quinn's expert tips on applying this miracle base.

Cater to Your Skin's Needs

As tinted moisturizers have a sheer effect, pick one based on your skin type versus your skin tone. If you're prone to breakouts, seek out an oil-free formula, such as Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer. If you have drier skin and the dullness that can accompany it, try the illuminating Lancôme Rénergie Éclat Multi-Lift.

Apply It With Your Fingers

Tinted moisturizers are like hydrating lotions and just as foolproof. Skip a makeup wedge or brush, and apply the formula evenly onto your skin using your fingertips. "Take a small amount and blend from the center of the face out, much like you would apply a daytime moisturizer," says Quinn. If you need more coverage in certain areas, add a light touch of concealer afterward and blend for a smooth appearance. Giorgio Armani High Precision Retouch Concealer.

Skip the Powder

Although you may be tempted to set the look with a finishing powder, resist the urge. The point of tinted moisturizer is to look like you're not made up, so embrace the radiant finish. "Powder is definitely a no-no," says Quinn. "It's all about the glowing skin." If you have oily skin that will look more greasy than glowing, try out Revision Intellishade Tinted Moisturizer SPF 45 Matte for a flatter finish.

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