Makeup Minimalist?

Macrene Actives’ dedication to efficacy and their ambitious approach to skin care (the brand is always updating their formulas with the latest ingredients and innovations) have long made VIOLET STAFFERS fans of the line, helmed by double-board-certified, working practitioner and holder of three Harvard degrees (casual), Dr. Macrene Alexiades. So, when the brand told us they were bringing their revolutionary, clean approach to skin care (and their 50+ actives) to a formula that also provides nearly-invisible, skin-perfecting coverage, we were overly-enthusiastic to give it a try.

Instantly, we could tell this formula was unique: the pea-sized amount of velvety cream effortlessly covered the entire face with a supremely skin-like finish (the formula adjusts to match one’s skin tone perfectly) leaving a radiant, moisturized glow. Even better, with continued use, STAFFERS noticed complexions that were brighter and firmer with diminished dark spots and wrinkles. Obviously, we didn’t hesitate to send this to the Committee of Industry Experts to see what they made of this exceptional product.   

“I love the way this gives beautiful coverage and doubles as active skin care. The finish is soft and seamless, with a single drop lasting all day.”

“Never have I ever found a tinted moisturizer that looked more like skin, even when applying multiple layers over problem areas over breakouts, uneven skin, and under eye circles (which this works to cover). It also lasted the entire day, giving that perfect no-makeup-makeup finish.” 

“This is a win for me based on the visible performance of the active ingredients. Plus, I love that it’s not at all greasy.”

With both testers and STAFFERS using this formula as an alternative to their daily moisturizer (with the added benefits of natural coverage and active ingredients), Macrene Actives’ High Performance Tinted Moisturizer is officially VIOLET CODE APPROVED and has earned a place on THE SHELVES.