Purpose of CC cream

Foundation has long and firmly entered the lives of modern women. A few years ago, an improved version of foundation appeared - BB cream. It cares for the skin and adapts to the natural complexion. It seems to be a good set of qualities, but scientists do not stop. And now on the shelves of stores we already see CC-cream. What are its features?

All the advantages of BB products have been inherited by CC creams. They also take care of the skin, because they contain a large number of care components. Also, new generation products have received additional benefits. For example, they protect well from the sun.

What does the abbreviation for a new cosmetic product mean? The first C is "color", the second is "control" or "correction". Literally, this combination can be translated as color control or color correction.

CC cream can be used in a variety of ways, depending on your goals.

• Standalone toner. You have the option to use the new product in place of the foundation you used before. But unlike the usual tone, your face will be provided with invisible correction and care. You can apply the product all over your face, then it will look perfect, without the effect of a mask. If you want to use the product topically, you may well apply it only to those areas that require additional attention. Thus, you can mask small redness, even out the tone of the chin, T-zone of the face. Due to the ability of the cream to adapt to the skin tone, such a local application will not have clear boundaries and stand out on the face.
• To help the tonal basis. You can use CC as an addition to your favorite foundation. If the product has the perfect color for you but the coverage is not right for your skin, mix it with a small amount of CC cream. So you are unlikely to change the color of the tone, but the coverage of cosmetics will improve and become more pleasant.
• Primer. The new product can serve as a primer on its own, as it has a lighter, more liquid texture than a BB cream, and even more so than a foundation. If it is too hot outside, or the epidermis is too oily, the best way is to use a cream mixed with a primer. In this case, the makeup will be more resistant, you will get UV protection and improve the primer that you usually use.
• Paired with a moisturizer. If you don't like the look of your skin, or have imperfections that you really want to hide, mix your CC cream with a moisturizer or sunscreen. This will help create the perfect skin tone, hide minor imperfections, at the same time not weigh down the face with cosmetics and get SPF protection. You will moisturize the epidermis and provide it with additional care.
• Anti-aging effect. In some situations, the skin needs anti-aging care products. To enhance the effect, of course, I want to use them in daily makeup. Just use CC products in this case, it will do its job just fine.

Such use cases are possible due to the fact that CC-cream is not just decorative cosmetics, but also a full-fledged caring thing. It has a complex effect on the skin and carefully takes care of it, creating a perfect appearance.

CC-tools have a large number of advantages compared to products of the previous generation. That is why it is rapidly gaining popularity in the mass market. Let's take a look at some of the benefits of this product.

1. Variation in use. As already discussed above, such a cream is a wonderful multifunctional product due to its properties: it simultaneously moisturizes, heals the epidermis and creates an even, beautiful complexion. You can use it on its own or in combination with various cosmetics. However, it does not lose its positive properties.
2. Weightlessness. The lightness of the product allows it to be used with various types of skin. It does not lay down a noticeable layer on the face, does not clog pores, is almost invisible, only a light layer remains.
3. Moisturizes and nourishes. Due to the rich composition of the product, it has a positive effect on the dermis. This is a nice feature for everyday cosmetics. The hydro effect of the cream lies in the fact that, being permeable to air, it retains moisture on the surface of the skin.
4. Matting effect. Makes the face flawlessly smooth, without oily sheen, creates a delicate powdery layer.
5. Toning effect. Conceals acne scars, makes small pimples and enlarged pores invisible. Evens tone, removes inflammation, red dots.
6. UV protection. Manufacturers often add filters of various origins to reduce the effects of sunlight. CC creams protect the skin from aging and pigmentation.
7. Rejuvenating effect. Thanks to useful substances, minerals and vitamins, CC products help to get rid of fine wrinkles, age-related sagging, and protect against antioxidants. Many anti-aging essences can be successfully replaced by daily care with these creams.
8. Hypoallergenic. In cosmetics of this class, they try not to introduce artificial ingredients and other additives that stimulate an allergic reaction. Therefore, most of the products can be considered safe for use.

A notable feature of CC creams is the use of three color pigments in the composition. Different color pigments provide the most thorough coverage of problem areas of the face. So, green fights with pimples and reddish rashes, purple - with circles under the eyes, and beige gives the skin radiance and freshness.

CC products are enriched with vitamins, moisturizing and rejuvenating additives, herbal ingredients. Let's look at some of them.

• Vitamin E A necessary element for skin care, stimulates the production of collagen. Thus, it reduces small wrinkles, resists sagging and external influences. Thanks to vitamin E, the epidermis looks well-groomed and elastic.
• Sea water. It is added by most manufacturers.This allows you to make the texture of the cream so light, additionally moisturize and nourish the skin with the help of minerals contained.
• Green tea extract. Removes redness, heals small wounds, disinfects and has a powerful antioxidant effect.
• White tea extract. Protects the skin from the harmful effects of free radicals, neutralizes the dangerous effects of dirty air, dust, gases. With the help of such protection, you can get rid of fine wrinkles or prevent their appearance.
• Macadamia oil. It has an anti-aging effect, absorbs well, leaves no residue. Perfectly softens, moisturizes, restores the subcutaneous fat layer.
• Snail funds. The secret of snails is a rich mixture of glycosaminoglycans, hyaluronic acid, peptides, macronutrients and other substances. This composition has not yet been able to reproduce in the laboratory. The snail extract cures blemishes such as redness, visible pores and acne. Fights skin aging.
• Vitamin A. Has rejuvenating properties. It can also lighten the skin, but most often this effect is not very noticeable.

In the middle of the last century, a prototype CC cream was developed by German scientists. It was used as a restorative and healing emulsion after peels. In South Korea, this drug was in great demand, for some time it was used only in the professional field. But soon it entered the mass market, becoming the basis for the production of BB, and after that CC creams. After Asia, the boom swept the United States and soon came to European countries.

Most countries, following South Korea, began to produce CC creams.

Traditionally, Korean cream remains one of the best options with a relatively low price. The rich experience of oriental medicine allows you to fully use the beneficial properties of plant extracts. South Korean scientists present all their latest developments on the market, which cannot but please lovers of innovation. Most often, Korean cosmetics have a high sun protection factor, because light skin is extremely valued in the east.

Thai cosmetics are also gaining popularity in the market. Thailand, like South Korea, has a rich history of using natural herbal ingredients. The products of this country, unlike analogues, are famous for their excellent ability to adapt to the natural color of the skin.

Of course, few manufacturers can compete with gurus from USA, France, Germany. However, such cosmetics are far from suitable for everyone in the price segment.

Russian and Belarusian CC cream not so long ago appeared on the market, but worthy of attention. Due to the natural composition and proximity to us, as to the end customers, they can compete with their Eastern counterparts. They contain components close to us, and practically do not whiten the skin.

• Clinique Superdefense - light hypoallergenic, like all products of the brand, the product has a natural finish, gives a slight glow, gently and intensively affects the epidermis.
• CC Cream by Lumene - its distinguishing feature is the content of arctic lingonberries, branded for the brand, which has a regenerating and rejuvenating function.
• Chanel "Complete Correction" - 5 functions in one product: moisturizing, protecting, restoring, softening, perfect tone.
• CC Cream by L'Oreal "Nude Magic" - masks almost any irregularities on the face, adapts to the natural tone.
• Olay "Total Effects"It's an anti-aging agent.
• CC Cream by Lux Visage "Active complex" - Belarusian anti-stress cream that promises protection from the harmful effects of the outside world and perfect makeup.
• Kora Products - Russian brand specializing in anti-aging cosmetics, normalize the metabolism of the epidermis.
• CC Cream Eveline Magical color correction - multifunctional, according to the manufacturer, suitable for all skin types.
• Cream from Avon with tonal effect "Perfect shade" - has an SPF factor of 20, rejuvenates, masks imperfections, but is not suitable for oily skin.
• Stellary Color and Care - comfortable texture and perfect fusion with the color type.
• Gosh CC-cream- tonal product with a light-reflecting effect, smoothes, moisturizes and is not felt on the skin.
• Max Factor CC Color Correcting - has a pleasant texture, not noticeable on the skin, not suitable for dry type of epidermis.
• Vilsengroup Perfect skin Hydromania - an excellent primer, but does not always cope with the color correction function.
• "Ton Constance" by Vivienne Sabo - A long-lasting soothing cream that combines the functions of a foundation and a care product.
• BioTherm "SKIN BEST" - contains spirulina extract and mineral pigments, fills the dermis with energy, creates the effect of a "second skin", corrects and tones.
• Eva Mosaic - adapts to the complexion, creates a satin finish, without the addition of oils and parabens.
• Rosaliac by La Roche Posay - soothes, with constant use makes redness and skin vessels less visible.
• Yves Saint Laurent - connects to all types of epidermis, is not visible on the skin. There are only three types of color, but they are divided by function: pink to refresh the face, lilac to fight fatigue, and apricot for extra warmth of the cover.
• Bobby Brown - one of the leaders in the creation of corrective cosmetics. Contains plant extracts (apple and cucumber) that even out the color of the dermis. Glycerin moisturizes, another component - sodium hyaluronate - makes the face shine.
• Darphin- improves complexion tone, gives a matte finish and filters the sun's rays, all this is provided by the pearl dust included in the composition.
• "Camera Ready" by Smashbox - a universal brightening product, helps with age spots. The composition includes the C-Phyte + complex, as well as vitamins C and E.
• M.A.S - presents professional products, cares for the skin and masks imperfections without being felt on the face.

Unlike previous generations, CC creams are not available for different skin types: oily or dry. Most manufacturers do not separate them by this type, releasing one option for everyone. It is best to pay attention to the composition and choose the ingredients according to personal needs.

For dry skin, color control creams are also great.For extra care, look for formulations containing various moisturizing extracts. It can be lactic acid, berry and herbal infusions.

If the epidermis is still too dry, try using the product in combination with your usual moisturizer.

If you are a happy owner of normal skin, then you can choose a CC cream without analyzing the composition. Focus on the shade, you can also try the budget version of cosmetics.

For problematic skin, the snag may be that the cream does not cover imperfections as well as we would like. Try using it along with your foundation, either as a primer or blending the two together.

Decide which function is most important to you, and depending on this, look for cosmetics. Perhaps this is sun protection, price category, composition, packaging. And then you can decide on the shade.

For women who are happy owners of a normal type of epidermis, there is nothing easier than using a CC cream. It can be applied directly to the face after using cleansers. With a greasy or mixed type, it will be an excellent base for a tonal product. And in case of dryness or peeling of the face, try mixing this cream with moisturizing cosmetics.

Professionals believe that the best way to apply a CC product is with your fingers, not using a brush or sponge. Due to the fact that the hands give off heat to the cream, it is distributed evenly, without streaks. The remaining excess drops, simply remove with a napkin.

Problems often arise when combining different creamy products with CC products. It behaves unpredictably when applied to the base, and does not accept the corrector well. If you need to close serious flaws, work better with an already familiar set of tools from a primer, tone, corrector, and so on.

To wash off the product, it is better to use a make-up remover (hydrophilic) or a similar care product. If for some reason this is not possible, at least just a cleansing foam.

Customer reviews, of course, vary depending on brands, prices, requests and subjective opinion. There are some points that the views are similar to:

• CC cream is like, after applying to the skin, a layer of soft, creamy powder, while the BB is on a regular cream.
• This product can be used as a concealer, and for convenience, many use it both on the entire face and on its individual areas, for example, under the eyes.
• Unlike BB, the CC product can lay down in an uneven layer, but this can be controlled and aligned with the sponge.
• Means of past generations adjust to the skin tone within a few minutes. With the wrong shade selection, the face may become gray or orange. The SS does not allow this.
• Many CC creams have the ability to whiten the skin.
• According to cosmetologists and stylists, CC products are much lighter and weightless in texture.which is more pleasant to the skin.
• The main function of the product is to even out the tone and, especially, good care., so it is often white in appearance.
• There are not as many CC products on the market as their predecessors. But other types already exist, such as DD with anti-aging effect and care EE.
• CC cream is suitable for quick make-up and daily use. Makeup artists still prefer the good old foundation.

The rating of creams may differ depending on a huge number of factors. Only careful selection and orientation to your own needs will help you choose the perfect cream. In any case, there are enough products on the market to choose the perfect option for yourself.

You can learn how to apply CC cream from the following video.