Makeup Artists Swear By These Miracle CC Creams for Clients With All Skin Types

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Although I love the ability makeup gives me to completely transform my appearance, I've found that I don't love the way product weighs on my skin. I've fallen into the trap of trendy foundations time and again, and while they may provide me with an ample amount of coverage, my skin ends up feeling strangled. Through trial and error (and a career in the fashion space as a beauty editor), I've since discovered a love for CC cream. By the end of this, I hope I can inspire you to give them a try. Believe me—once you get hooked on these, you won't give your foundation and concealer a second glance.

What Is CC Cream?

According to veteran makeup artist Laura Geller, CC cream can be used in place of traditional foundations, as they have more skincare benefits. While many CC creams are incredibly hydrating, there are others that are formulated with SPF to further protect the skin from environmental aggressors. To use, try applying the product to the face with your fingers, blending outward and upward to even the complexion.

"Ideally, it's going to give me light coverage and color-correct any discoloration while also serving as a moisturizer," says Geller. "Less is more as we age, so this is a great substitute for foundation on those no-makeup makeup days. Also, the moisturizing ingredients in your CC cream will ensure it won't crease, crack, or settle into any fine lines or wrinkles." Geller, whose namesake brand was founded on inclusivity across products and marketing, looks for hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and sodium hyaluronate in the CC creams she uses on her clients. What's more, the brand released an ultra-hydrating foundation that, in essence, works as a CC cream on all skin types but is especially great on mature skin. Yes, they're that easy to use!

Ready to see which ones makeup artists and beauty editors can't get enough of? Keep scrolling!

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Best Overall: BareMinerals Complexion Rescue Tinted Mineral Moisturizer SPF 30

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Acne-Prone + Oily

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Maya Thomas
Assistant Beauty Editor
Maya Thomas isBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing 's assistant beauty editor based just outside of Seattle, Washington. Her strong love for all things beauty and fashion stems from a strong childhood interest in the fine arts. During a gap year spent in Paris studying the history of French fashion, she shifted her focus to English literature and journalism as a student at Loyola Marymount University with the goal of one day pursuing a career in fashion. After graduating in May 2021, Maya began freelancing for Parade.com as a contributing commerce writer while also building a following on her lifestyle blog, Itsmayalala.com. When she's not writing, Maya spends her free time catching up on reading, perusing art galleries, and enjoying a night out at the ballet every now and then.