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Cosmopolitan
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Merit's tinted sunscreen had a 20,000 person wait list and is finally available: Why it'll be your new fave
When it comes to base products with sun protection in it, I'm a tough gal to please and in all honesty, I have never found a tinted SPF that has worked out for me. They are always a bit too claggy, the pigment is too thick and reads a bit grey – I know this is to cover the white cast that the SPF can leave, but I end up looking like a greasy, 2D mess. I much rather pop on my regular SPF and then deal with my makeup coverage afterwards, layering up rather than trying to kill two birds with one stone. Then the Merit The Uniform Tinted Mineral SPF50 dropped on my desk. Despite loving the brand, I did a little eye-roll – when will brands learn that mineral sunscreen will always leave a bit of a cast on darker skin tones? But I tried it in the name of beauty research, aka my job. Never have I had to eat my words so quickly, I was highly impressed. Fans are already clambering to get their hands on this, with the waitlist hit over 20,000 pre-launch. So before you part with your pennies, lemme tell you the tea on the best tinted SPF I have ever tried, which took 2 years to create... If you aren't familiar with Merit yet, it's the brand that's It girl-approved to its core. White Lotus star Aimee Lou Wood recently waxed lyrical about her fave Merit products, which she brought with her to Thailand to film the latest season of the hit show. It's a brand that speaks to you if you want beauty products that just enhance your natural, minimalist vibe. Take their Flush Balm, for instance, it's the easiest lazy girl blush that you draw on your cheeks and blend for the prettiest, natural-looking flush or the Solo Shadows, a cream-to-powder eyeshadow that is extremely hard to mess up. This brand is effortless beauty to the bones. I began testing the Merit Tinted Mineral Sunscreen a month before it launched. It gave me a chance to see how it fit in with my day-to-day life, as someone that normally opts for separate sunscreen and base products. I noted things like how easy it felt to apply, wear time, whether it transferred, the shine breakthrough throughout the day and whether I noticed any changes in my skin. Shades: 15 Coverage: Light to mediumFinish: Natural dewy I applied two pumps on the back of my hand as I always do when applying a base product. I'd already done my skin care and primed so, 'here goes nothing' I thought ready to test The Uniform for the first time. I just never like tinted sunscreens and one that is 100% mineral? Nope, 0% success for me. Mineral sunscreens are notoriously tricky when it comes to leaving a white cast on any skin tone with melanin, not just deep, dark skin colours, so I have basically given up on them and tinted minerals are products I have typically found even worse. This is because they overuse pigment to cover the white/grey cast of the SPF in the formula and end up being way too opaque for me. This one is unique, it uses an ultra fine zinc oxide with a plant-based SPF booster so these meshed with thei clever 'proprietary pigment dispersion technology' (so much science) allows for a formula base with a lower mix of both ingredients so they could scale the pigment load across the shade range, reducing the likelihood of a white or grey cast to nil. Ok, so, to applying. First impressions? A blendable dream. The colour match was impeccable (I'm 6, for reference) and with a few buffs of my blending brush it was honestly imperceivable with absolutely no pilling. The finish was exactly what I look for in a base product; natural and breathable but not shiny – I'm way too oily for a super dewy finish. It blurred my pores and did a decent job in covering some of my pigmentation, but I topped with a concealer when I was going for full face beat. For the first wear, I tried it without powdering (risky, I know) to see how quickly I become a grease ball, and I have to say, it wasn't too bad. After about four hours I was shining like a literal beacon, but that's pretty standard for oily skin types like mine. When I topped it was my go-to powder on following days, it stayed set all day bar the tiniest breakthrough of shine on my forehead. The only thing that I am ever so slightly dubious of is using this as your only form of SPF in sunny, hot climates. Knowing how much SPF you need to apply for sufficient coverage, I would gag at the idea of applying that much foundation. For this that would equate to about four or five pumps and that's way, way too much product for me. It's an SPF50 which is ample coverage but if you aren't loading it on, then it's not going to protect you properly and the same goes for reapplying when in the sun. To cover all bases during the heatwave I used a SPF moisturiser and then applied this on top, it kind of became my Uniform – geddit? Keeks Reid is the Beauty Director at Cosmopolitan UK. While she loves all things beauty, Keeks is a hair fanatic through and through. She started her career in beauty journalism in 2013 as editorial assistant at Blackhair and Hair magazines working her way to Acting Editor of Blackhair magazine at 23 years old. She spent much of her career working in trade hairdressing media at Hairdressers Journal, Salon International and the British Hairdressing Awards. Which is why she is a regular contributor to Cosmo's Curl Up franchise. Now, alongside her Cosmo work, she presents, creates content on social media and works with a range of beauty companies; from magazines and websites to beauty brands and salons.
Yahoo
04-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
11 of the best Asian-Canadian fashion & beauty brands you need to know — Blume, Three Ships, Monos and more
May is Asian Heritage Month. If you're looking to support Canadian Asian beauty and fashion brands, we're here to help. Some of these brands are in the early stages, while others have already carved out a space in their industry. But what unites them all is their bold missions and dedication to sharing their stories with the world. Whether you're looking for a new beauty staple or chic workwear, each brand on our curated list offers something special. Not what you're looking for? Founded in 1999 by four women of South Asian descent, Vasanti Cosmetics was born from a shared struggle — finding products that looked good for their skin tones. They set out to create a beauty brand that embraces all skin colours and types, ensuring representation and inclusiveness for beauty lovers. Recommendation: The Sun's Up! Tinted Mineral Sunscreen is a new SPF launch that works as both a sunscreen and anti-dark spot cream to fade spots overtime. Co-founded by Connie Lo and Laura Burget in 2017, Three Ships is all about keeping things natural. Made with science-backed and sustainably-sourced ingredients, every product is a reflection of the founders' vision for clean, effective and affordable skincare. Plus, it's proudly made in Canada. Recommendation: The Radiance Ultra-Hydrating Cream is lightweight, non-greasy and offers all-day hydration. Sisters Bunny and Taran Ghatrora founded Blume in 2018 because of their personal journeys with acne-prone skin. Their goal? Gentle and effective products to make women young women feel comfortable in their own skin. Recommendation: Blume's most recent launch, the Toffee Tripeptide-1 Lip Tint, delivers all-day hydration with a dash of colour. Lisa Mattam launched Sahajan in 2015 after a moment of clarity: if she wouldn't use harsh ingredients on her daughter's skin, why would she use it on her own? Sahajan blends Ayurvedic beauty principles with modern science using clean, natural ingredients. Recommendation: The Ayurvedic Blend Nourish Crème Riche is a cream that targets dryness and fine lines. It works to nourish the skin while brightening it with triphala. Founded in 2010 by husband-wife duo Arjuna Thiagarajah and Min Kang, Oak + Fort is a minimal fashion brand created with the idea that style doesn't have to come with a steep price. You'll find high-quality, sustainable pieces that are chic and affordable. Recommendation: This timeless cardigan is a great piece for transitional weather. Launched in 2018 by a group of childhood friends who love to travel, Monos is a high-end luggage brand built with mindful travel in mind. They offer sleek, minimal designs that are made to last. Recommendation: The brand's latest addition is the Gesso tote bag made out of 100 per cent cotton canvas. It's spacious and works great as a carry-on travel bag. Two long-time friends came together to create Frank And Oak in 2012, with the goal of creating durable and quality pieces at a fair price point. Unfortunately, the brand recently announced they're closing their doors — but there are still some great deals to snag. Recommendation: The Amelia Balloon Pants are chic and effortless, making them a versatile option to take from meetings to post-work cocktails. When a group of friends from Vancouver found themselves always dealing with wet socks, they were compelled to create Vessi in 2018. The innovative brand features 100 per cent waterproof shoes made from a knit fabric that's soft, flexible and lightweight. Recommendation: The Market Flat is a sleek loafer-style shoe that is fashionable and functional. Silk & Snow, a premium sleep and bedding brand, was started in 2017 by two friends inspired by sustainability and comfort. Recommendation: The Muslin Blankets and Bedding products are gentle and lightweight, making them a great bedding option for summer. This trending beauty brand was founded in 2024 by Matthew Celestial to challenge the busy and burnt out mindset with a moment of self recovery through skincare — all while championing representation for all skin tones and types. Recommendation: The Quantum Mud Mask purifies, exfoliates and moisturizes the skin, leaving you with a glowing complexion. Ghlee was created in 2018 when brother and sister duo Varun and Arati Sharma realized how ghee could combat harsh Canadian winters. It's the first ghee-based beauty brand that blends traditional South Asian remedies with a modern approach. Recommendation: This popular lip mask is made from ghee, olive squalane and kahai oil to hydrate and sooth dry, cracked lips.
