
Traveling with a family can be very expensive, and the costs soon add up. With prices increasing on transport, accommodation, food and even activities, it can feel overwhelming when deciding…

Traveling with a family can be very expensive, and the costs soon add up. With prices increasing on transport, accommodation, food and even activities, it can feel overwhelming when deciding…
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If you’re looking for that sweet spot between skincare and makeup, the new IT Cosmetics Do It All Sheer Tint Face Balm could be worth a look. Designed to deliver lightweight coverage alongside skincare benefits, this creamy balm formula promises a fresh, healthy-looking complexion without any fuss.
After testing it over the last few weeks, I can definitely see why this could become a handbag and holiday staple.

IT Cosmetics Do It All Sheer Tint Face Balm is a lightweight complexion balm that combines sheer to buildable coverage with skincare ingredients designed to hydrate and nourish the skin.
The formula contains 92% skincare ingredients and is designed to even out skin tone, blur redness and create a naturally radiant finish while feeling comfortable and weightless on the skin.
It comes in a compact pot format that makes application and touch-ups incredibly easy, whether you’re using a brush or simply your fingertips.
One of the standout features of this formula is its skincare-focused approach.
Hyaluronic Acid helps attract and retain moisture, which gives the balm its noticeably hydrating feel on the skin.
Collagen Peptides – help support a smoother, plumper-looking complexion and contribute to the skincare benefits of the formula.
Vitamin E – antioxidant properties that help nourish and protect the skin.
The IT Cosmetics Do It All Sheer Tint Face Balm comes in a range of 8 shades designed to suit different skin tones and undertones.
I have been testing shade 215 Light Warm.

While I can definitely make it work, I suspect that 210 Light Neutral might be an even better match for my skin tone.
Because the coverage is relatively sheer and easy to blend, there is some flexibility in shade matching, which makes the product particularly user-friendly.

The first thing I noticed was the packaging. I absolutely love the little pot format. It’s super practical, and I already know this is the sort of product I’ll be throwing into my travel bag. It’s ideal for holidays and perfect for quick touch-ups throughout the day.
The texture immediately impressed me too. It’s creamy but still quite firm, so you don’t end up picking up too much product when you dip your brush in. There’s none of that messy, overly-soft balm situation where product gets everywhere.

The texture is where this formula really shines. It has a lovely slip to it that allows it to glide over the skin effortlessly. As you blend it in, it almost has a water-like quality that feels incredibly fresh and hydrating.
I’ve been using my REESON No.1 Brush to apply it. The larger end is perfect for sweeping coverage over the complexion, while the smaller end works brilliantly around the nose and under the eyes where you want a little extra precision.
That said, this is also one of those products that works beautifully with fingers, making it ideal for on-the-go touch-ups.


The coverage sits somewhere between a skin tint and a lightweight foundation. It does a really good job of reducing redness and evening out skin tone while still allowing your skin to look like skin.
The finish is naturally radiant and healthy-looking without crossing into greasy territory. It gives the complexion a lovely dewy glow that feels modern and fresh.
Coverage is very buildable too. You can keep things ultra-sheer for a minimal makeup day or layer it up in areas where you need a bit more correction.
This is probably my favourite thing about the formula. It feels incredibly lightweight and comfortable. There’s no heaviness, no cakiness and no sensation of wearing a traditional foundation.
Thanks to the high percentage of skincare ingredients, it feels genuinely hydrating throughout wear. My skin stays comfortable and fresh, and the formula doesn’t cling to dry patches or settle into lines.
The overall vibe reminds me quite a lot of Monika Blunder Beauty Blunder Cover, although this feels slightly more skincare-led in its texture.
It has a little more slip and feels even more hydrating on application. If you enjoy complexion products that sit somewhere between makeup and skincare, you’ll probably appreciate this formula.
I think this will particularly appeal to:
If you love a flawless full-coverage finish, this probably won’t replace your favourite foundation. However, if ease, comfort and natural-looking skin are priorities, it’s definitely worth considering.
The IT Cosmetics Do It All Sheer Tint Face Balm is one of those products that makes getting ready feel effortless.
I love the practical pot packaging, the beautifully hydrating texture and the fresh, radiant finish it creates. It’s easy to use, easy to top up throughout the day and comfortable enough that you almost forget you’re wearing it.
For anyone looking for a complexion product that sits comfortably between skincare and makeup, this is a lovely option and one I can see myself reaching for a lot, especially during the warmer months and on holiday.
My REESON Bronzing Balm* layers over it beautifully and it means I can get a gorgeous complexion look super fast with just a couple of products.
The IT Cosmetics Do It All Sheer Tint Face Balm is £29 available now via the links below (save 15% with code REALLYREESPH when you shop at Sephora UK):
No. It offers sheer to buildable coverage with a natural skin-like finish.
Yes. The hydrating formula contains hyaluronic acid and feels very comfortable on dry or dehydrated skin.
Absolutely. While it works beautifully with a brush, it’s also designed to be easy to blend with fingertips.
Yes. The finish is naturally radiant and fresh without appearing greasy.

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hi hi everyone, I hope all is well. Today I have another Amika product review and Im talking about the very popular the wizard silicone free detangling primer.
This is a lightweight primer that helps to detangle whilst offering heat protection up to 230 degrees.

Experience
I came across this last year on TT and decided to try it as at the time I was already using the hydrorush line and loved it. I use this on wash days only, before leave in conditioner for blow-drying. It comes out in a fine mist and doesn’t leave the hair sticky or weighed down when blowdried. I absolutely love the scent of this, it reminds me of the Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 62 body mist, its a lingering scent but it disappears after blowdrying. What I find weird though is that it kind off foams/ lathers up in the hair like when you don’t completely rinse out your shampoo and some of the lather is left behind lol. Again this goes away after blowdrying and it doesnt leave any flakes.
It pairs well with other products. I layer about 3 products when blowdrying: a blowdry primer/mist, leave in and a serum and I have had 0 issues with flakes or pilling and I usually very generous with this. I also haven’t experienced any heat damage since I’ve been using this. In terms of slip for detangling, I can detangle with it after washing but the slip it provides isn’t the same as a conditioner but it works just as well. I can get a wide comb and brush through my hair easily.
Verdict
I love this product. I’ve gone through 3 bottles in the last year and half: 1 full sized 1 mini size and a deluxe sample size that came in a gift set. I will definitely recommend for 4c natural hair. I have fine 4c medium to high porosity hair and its worked really well. I’m currently using the Amika frizz me not treatment and will be back for a review on that
did you know Boots sell Amika? you can get the wizard and lots more Amika products at Boots!