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Crunchi Sunlight Tinted SPF Review (does it work for dry, aging skin?)

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If you’ve been searching for the perfect tinted moisturizer that combines flawless coverage, hydration, and safe sun protection, the search is over. Get the Crunchi Sunlight® Tinted SPF 30. If you’re reading this post, I’m assuming you know what Crunchi is but if not, a quick overview is below.

What is Crunchi?

Crunchi was founded in 2016 by Melanie Petschke and Kelly Weston as a clean beauty brand that creates high-performance, toxin-free cosmetics. The founders wanted to develop a makeup line that performed exceptionally and was free from harmful ingredients. My rule for clean makeup is that it must be high-performing if I am going to use it, so I appreciate this about Crunchi.  

Crunchi’s commitment to safety is evident in its stringent ingredient selection process, ensuring that each product is free from potentially harmful chemicals. They also focus on sustainability, with all products being plastic-neutral certified and primary packaging designed to minimize environmental impact. If you’re curious about their other products, I have a full review of my favorite Crunchi makeup items that you can check out. If you’re get just one product from Crunchi, make it the tinted SPF. It’s truly a standout. Let’s get into why.

Crunchi Sunlight Tinted SPF Review

Finding a tinted moisturizer with SPF that doesn’t dry out my skin has always been challenging, but Sunlight® Tinted SPF 30 breaks the mold with its super hydrating formula. I have a lot of foundations, tinted moisturizers, and tinted sunscreens and the Crunchi one of the two that I grab the very most. The only one I use more often is the Olive Rose Tint Skin (review here) since it’s exceptionally lightweight, and most days, that is what I gravitate towards. However, that doesn’t have SPF so if I know I’ll be outside or driving a lot, I go for the Crunchi tinted sunscreen for extra protection.

Here’s what else I love about it:

  • Not too much coverage, not too little: It evens your skin tone beautifully without feeling heavy or looking cakey. It also provides more coverage than other tinted moisturizers I’ve tried, including Olive Rose Skin Tint, ILIA Super Serum, DIME Wonderscreen, and Supergoop Glowscreen, which I appreciate.
  • Not too greasy or drying: It leaves your skin with a natural, healthy glow without any unwanted shine or tightness. Other tinted moisturizers often left my skin feeling greasy or too dry. Dime Beauty’s Wonderscreen may be another clean option, but it leaves my skin looking shinier than I’d like. Crunchi avoids this entirely.
  • No weird wmells: Unlike some of my other favorites (looking at you, ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint), Crunchi’s formula is completely scent-free.

I use a brush to apply it because the formula is a little thicker than I prefer to spread with my fingers but you definitely can just use your hands to blend it into skin. I wear shade light-medium.

If you want a little more coverage for trouble spots like breakouts or under the eyes, grab the Crunchi concealer, too. It’s one of my favorite makeup products, and I think it works better than Tarte concealers (and it’s safer). I love it so much that I named it my favorite tinted moisturizer of 2024 in my Best of Beauty awards blog post.

Key Clean Ingredients

Crunchi’s Sunlight® Tinted SPF 30 is as safe as it is effective. Here’s what distinguishes it in clean beauty:

Non-Nano Mineral Zinc Oxide

This safe and effective SPF provides broad-spectrum protection without harmful chemicals.

Vitamin C & Niacinamide

These powerhouse ingredients brighten your complexion and minimize the appearance of pores.

Squalane & Hyaluronic Acid

Hydrate and lock in moisture, keeping your skin supple and smooth.

Who is it best for?

This tinted moisturizer is perfect for anyone looking for:

  • A natural, everyday look with just the right amount of coverage.
  • A clean beauty product that’s free from harmful chemicals.
  • A multitasking product that hydrates, protects, and perfects the skin.

If you’re considering trying just one product from Crunchi, make it this one.

Final Thoughts

Crunchi’s Sunlight® Tinted SPF 30 has become my go-to product and my favorite in the entire Crunchi lineup. Whether you’re new to the brand or a seasoned fan, this is the one product I’d recommend starting with. It’s a game-changer that checks every box: hydration, safe SPF, and flawless coverage.

If you’ve been on the fence about trying Crunchi or just haven’t found the right tinted moisturizer yet, trust me, this is the one. Use code ADVOCATE10 and select TeriLyn Adams as your advocate to save 10% when you shop. 

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    2 responses to “Crunchi Sunlight Tinted SPF Review (does it work for dry, aging skin?)”

    1. Definitely look forward to trying! Every time I use my Ilia, I take a deep breath in and hold it so I don’t have to endure the smell, ha!!

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