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This Buzzy Brand Just Launched a Skin Tint That Evens Out Your Complexion Without the Heaviness of Foundation

Sheer Skin Tiny ($42) gives your skin a little 'oomph but feels like nothing's there. "No-makeup makeup" has never been better....

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Published Aug 16, 2022

Written by 

Francesca Krempa

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Real talk: I hate foundation. If I’m being totally honest, I’m not a makeup fan in general, and rarely wear anything beyond a cream blush and a bit of bronzer to avoid that clogged, weighed-down feeling foundation gives me the second I apply it. I’ve tried it all, from classic liquid foundations (way too heavy) to light, tinted sunscreens and moisturizers (better, but still mostly sticky) and I find that wearing a fresh face feels better than forcing it.

Alas, there are times my complexion needs a little oomph. Nothing over-the-top, but just a smidge more color, more even-ness, or more life. Thankfully, Summer Fridays has just the solution.

Leave it to one of our favorite skin-care brands to jump on the “skin tint” train with a sheer, layer-able serum that’s brilliant for barely-there coverage. Summer Fridays Sheer Skin Tint ($42) isn’t technically a foundation, but rather a subtly shaded serum even the pickiest makeup wearers (aka, me) will want to put on their faces.

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Summer Fridays, Sheer Skin Tint — $42.00

Available in 10 buildable shades:

  • Shade 1 – Fair with Neutral Peach Undertones
  • Shade 2 – Light with Cool Peach Undertones
  • Shade 3 – Light with Golden Undertones
  • Shade 4 – Light-Medium with Neutral Olive Undertones
  • Shade 5 – Medium with Warm Golden Undertones
  • Shade 6 – Medium-Tan with Warm Red Undertones
  • Shade 7 – Medium-Deep with Golden Undertones
  • Shade 8 – Medium-Deep with Neutral Red Undertones
  • Shade 9 – Rich-Deep with Neutral Warm Undertones
  • Shade 10 – Rich-Deep with Neutral Undertones
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Technically, Sheer Skin Tint isn’t actually a foundation. Traditionally, foundation is its own thing entirely: It’s usually a thicker, more opaque form of face makeup (can be liquid, powder, or cream) used to even out one’s base complexion. Sheer Skin Tint definitely evens out the skin, however, it’s exactly what its name suggests—a flexible skin tint that adds a hue to the skin, so you can build color to your minimalist heart’s desire.

And while skin tints aren’t new (the category has recently grown more and more popular in the “no-makeup makeup” realm with similar products from Saie, Ilia, and Glossier), Summer Fridays’ new formulation has become my latest go-to in the quest for a complexion-smoothing product I can actually stand having on my mug. That’s largely because it’s more skin care than makeup.

The tinted serum is blended with two hero humectants—hyaluronic acid and glycerin—that immediately hydrate the skin and help it retain moisture throughout the day. Compared to regular makeup, it feels healthier and moisturizes my skin the minute I slather it on. Thanks to an extra boost of tiger grass (an antioxidant-rich anti-inflammatory) and a mix of vegan emollients, it feels as good as it looks on your face.

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Photo: Francesca Krempa

The color is gorgeous, too. Sheer Skin Tint is currently available in 10 flexible hues ranging from fair with peach undertones to rich-deep with neutral undertones. I have Shade 3 (light with golden undertones) and adore how effortlessly it blends into my skin, soothing redness and minimizing pores without looking like something is even on my face in the first place. It’s so sheer and sneaky that it makes your skin look more alive—kinda like you just dipped it into a dreamy face cream—and not at all like you’re wearing makeup to begin with. You can apply it with your fingers (it’s easier this way) or a sponge, but just note that your sponge may soak up some of product. Just make sure to add your favorite SPF under it, since it’s not protective against those bright, hot rays.

Otherwise, the tint itself is pretty much perfect, especially for those who don’t like wearing makeup. I only wish the bottle was a little bigger—$42 for 30 fl. oz. isn’t necessarily cheap. But a few drops go a long way, particularly if you’re going for that “barely there” look, so you can definitely get your money’s worth. Treat yourself to the least foundation-y foundation you’ll ever buy here.

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Newsflash: You Can Wash Your Hair Every Day, According to This Haircare Brand Founder

Young women wearing swimwear, showering together at outdoor shower while talking about how often should you wash your hair
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Published Mar 5, 2025

Written by 

Maeve McCormick

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Growing up, I never washed my hair more than three times a week. Despite being a year-round runner (hello, sweaty scalp) and hair-spraying my flat-ironed mane every weekend like it was my full-time job, I always believed that shampooing every day was, um, *really bad* for my thick, curly hair.

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Looking back, I can't even pinpoint where I first heard this—was it a friend, a teen magazine, or even my own hairstylist? Who knows. But that "rule" stuck with me. I could take the sweatiest hot yoga class and I'd still find a way to stretch my wash day, even if it meant feeling a little uncomfortable or having to get seriously creative with styling.

That all changed when I spoke with Maria McCool, a long-time hairstylist and the founder of Calista. "One of the haircare myths that I like to debunk a lot is that you're not supposed to shampoo your hair often," she said. "Back in the day—I'm talking like the '50s, '60s, '70s—the shampoo was so strong and sulfate-y, and it would really strip the hair... so you would try not to shampoo it as much [to avoid] your hair getting damaged." But the market has evolved since then, and newer, more nourishing products (like Calista Jousse Cleanse & Condition) make all the difference when it comes to your scalp and strands.

Wait... what? After years of strategically planning my wash days and fighting the urge to soap up, could it really be okay to shampoo daily? Needless to say, I had questions for McCool—and she had answers. Here's her scoop on washing, and why she wants everyone to give the Calista Jousse line a try.

Why washing more often can actually be good for your hair

McCool isn’t just giving us permission to shampoo more often—she’s saying it might actually help maintain better hair and scalp health. Think about it like skincare: You wouldn’t leave sweat and grime on your face for days, right? So why would you treat your scalp any differently?

She also highlights the impact of DHT (dihydrotestosterone), a hormone that, when left to accumulate on the scalp, can clog hair follicles and contribute to thinning and hair loss, especially in men. “If you’re thinking about these kids who are working out all the time, they go to the gym and then they don’t shampoo their hair—and that DHT sits there, on the scalp, without coming off,” she says. “And it really does cause clogged pores that deter the hair from growing.”

Translation: If you’re an active person who sweats a lot, skipping shampoo might not be doing you any favors.

Calista Jousse Super-Size Cleanse & Condition 32oz Duo

Calista Jousse Super-Size Cleanse & Condition 32oz. Duo — $69

The shampoo that lets you wash without worry

Of course, not all shampoos are created equally. Plenty of products still contain ingredients like sulfates, which can cause dryness and damage. That’s why McCool formulated Jousse Cleanse and Condition, her sulfate-free shampoo-and-conditioner duo, which gently cleanses while supporting your scalp health.

The whole Jousse line is basically like drinking juice for your hair, she says. McCool worked with a chemist to create a formula that uses ingredients like saw palmetto, red clover, and willow herb—all of which are known for promoting hair growth and scalp health. Jousse is formulated to exfoliate and cleanse the scalp while delivering nutrients, which is why McCool calls shampooing "juicing." “I can juice three times a day if I want,” she says. “It’s not going to damage my hair.”

So, should you wash every day?

The bottom line: There's no reason to fear the daily wash, especially if you’re using a gentle, sulfate-free formula like Jousse Cleanse and Condition. That said, McCool isn’t about pushing a one-size-fits-all approach. The best routine is the one that works for you, she says. So if you love that just-washed feeling? Go for it. BRB, off to break a lifetime of hair-washing habits.

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