The Ultimate Australian Showdown: Tint, Concealer, or Foundation?
A lot of Millennials are in two minds. Concealers or Foundation for a smooth cover-up of embarrassing blemishes. Here, Graceful Lilly gives you a perspective to consider.
Matthew Dunn
2/4/20263 min read
Finding the Right Makeup for You
Makeup can be an essential part of any beauty routine, serving different purposes depending on what you want to achieve. Some days, a simple tint can give your skin a beautiful glow while maintaining a natural look. On other days, when you're feeling a bit more tired or want to cover up imperfections, you might reach for a concealer. Occasionally, a foundation offers the best coverage for those special occasions. At Graceful Lilly, we’ve explored these options to bring clarity to your makeup choices and help you feel confident in your own skin.
The Three Contenders: Tint, Concealer, and Foundation
Each of these products has its own strengths and ideal moments.
A tint provides a sheer wash of colour that’s especially appealing during warmer months. It’s perfect for quick applications, everyday outings, or trips to the gym when you want to look fresh but not “made up.”
Concealers, on the other hand, are the heroes when it comes to covering blemishes, dark circles, or any areas that need specific attention. They can be applied directly to problem spots, offering targeted coverage exactly where you need it.
Lastly, foundation generally serves as a more comprehensive product, offering an elegant base that smooths out the skin while providing an even tone. It’s often the go-to for events, photos, and days when you want a more polished look. That's why we've gone with foundation in your moisturiser.
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After extensive testing and considering feedback from our readers, we’ve found that the best everyday choice for most is a refined, lightweight base — a gentle blend of moisturiser, SPF and a touch of foundation. It offers more evening-out than a simple tint, without feeling like heavy makeup
Modern formulas can blend seamlessly with your skin tone, adapt to different skin types, and be worn sheer for day or built up slightly for evenings. Most importantly, this kind of “real skin but better” finish tends to please the vast majority of our readers and suits a wide range of busy, modern lifestyles.
You can discover our approach to a soft, natural everyday base in your Daily Moisturiser:
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So, in the end....
I did what any confused guy would do—I raided my local Priceline and begged the checkout girl for liquid foundation advice. In return, I offered her a coffee body scrub. A fair trade, I think. Of course, she accepted, thanked me, and gave me her best opinion on the most popular Australian foundation on the market.
Bringing It All Together
In conclusion, while tints and concealers each have a special place in your routine, a well-formulated everyday base can bridge the gap between skincare and makeup — helping you look polished and smooth, yet still like yourself. Start with good skincare, add a breathable, lightly tinted base, and only use concealer where you truly need it.
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At Graceful Lilly, your ideas come first, your spelling comes second – so don’t worry about it too much. If there’s a topic you’d love us to cover, send us your idea at info@gracefullillybodyscrubs.com. We’d genuinely love to hear from you.
