CC-cream: why is it needed, the difference from bb-cream and dd-cream

The girls did not have time to rejoice at the beginning of the production of tonal bb-creams, as a new product appeared on the market – CC-cream. And then questions arose – what kind of tool it is, how it differs from the familiar 'bibiks', in what situations it is better to give it preference and how to choose the right product. The journalists asked all these questions to professional makeup artists. You will find the results of our small investigation in this article.

CC-cream foundation – what is it, features, composition

CC-tonal cream is a relatively new product of decorative cosmetics for the face, which followed the popular BB-cream. The first who took up the production of foundation with the CC prefix were Koreans. They began developing a modified BB cream formula around 2010.

If you ask the experts about how the abbreviation 'CC' stands, the answer will be unambiguous – 'Color Control'. This means that the main function of this cosmetic product is to correct the skin tone of the face. However, the tasks of the drug are not limited to this, since it is also used for other purposes:

1. To even out not only the color, but also the relief of the skin of the face – in this part, the CC-cream performs the function of a classic foundation.

2. Saturate the skin with moisture and nutrients, like the usual moisturizing day cream belonging to the group of skin care cosmetics.

3. Protect the skin from the negative effects of ultraviolet sun rays, which stimulate the processes of photoaging of the epidermis both in summer and in winter.

4. Stop the aging process of the skin, that is, perform the function of an anti-aging cream.

In addition to this versatility, CC-cream differs from conventional foundation in several other parameters:

1. A small amount of pigments in the cream. Due to this, it has an extremely light texture, is evenly distributed over the skin, creating a weightless and imperceptible film on the skin. It is noteworthy that until recently CC-cream was produced in one color – white. When applied to the skin, it adapted to skin tone and effectively masked imperfections. Now the palette of shades for many brands has expanded significantly, so it's easy to choose the most suitable option for yourself.

2. Lightweight texture that covers the skin but does not clog pores.

3. Low overlapping properties. This means that the cream may not cope with masking significant aesthetic imperfections, but the mask effect will not occur either. However, CC cream can be used on problem skin. It is enough to use a corrector or concealer first.

4. The foundation performs in most cases one function – it hides the imperfections of the skin, at the same time evening out the shade and improving the relief of the dermis of the face. CC-tonal cream has advanced functions, it can replace primer, sunscreen, concealer, moisturizer and toner. Such versatility and multifunctionality of the drug has become the reason that more and more girls around the world, faced with a choice between a regular foundation and CC-cream, prefer the latter.

Some girls who want to experience the effect of CC cream on themselves do not quite understand how it differs not only from the classic foundation, but also from other drugs with an abbreviation in the name. That is from bb-cream, dd-cream and her-cream. The journalists of our publication decided to clarify this issue with the experts.

Difference of CC-foundation face cream from other products of the beauty industry

To make a choice in the direction of CC-cream, let's consider how it differs from its counterparts, that is, cc-, her- and dd-creams:

1. Colour. CC-cream can have an almost white tint, which, after applying the product to the dermis, quickly adjusts to its tone. The rest of the products usually have shades close to skin tone.

2. Saturation with pigments. If it is a colored CC-cream, then the pigments in it, as a rule, are less than in the bibik, but somewhat more than in the dd-cream. And her cream generally has a brightening effect on the skin.

3. Caring properties of drugs. BB-cream is used mainly for decorative purposes, CC-cream – for restoration and protection, dd-cream for the care of aging dermis, and a product with its marking – as extra peeling with deep penetration into the epidermis layers.

It turns out that all these drugs help to solve very specific problems, and their functions are different. CC cream should be used if the skin is in a relatively normal condition, but still needs additional care and prevention of aging.

Indications for the use of CC-tonal cream

CC-tonal cream, as already mentioned, must be used for aesthetic and therapeutic purposes. The indications for using this decorative cosmetics are as follows:

1. The presence of wrinkles and other manifestations of age-related changes in the skin of the face.

2. The presence of redness or foci of irritation of the epidermis, as well as a red vascular network, which forms when the capillaries on the face are damaged.

3. Dry skin, peeling of the dermis on the forehead, nose or cheeks.

4. Pigmented spots of medium to low intensity.

5. Dark circles around the eyes, including those that occur regularly due to the fact that the skin in this area is too thin and delicate.

6. Dullness of the skin, lack of natural internal radiance, discoloration of the epidermis (yellowness or greenish, grayish tint).

7. The need to soothe problem dermis, regulate sebum production, mask acne and comedones, enlarged pores.

8. The need to saturate the skin with nutrients, especially during the vitamin deficiency season (late winter – early spring).

9. The need to protect the epidermis from UV radiation.

10. The need to quickly restore the skin and give it a fresh look, including after a sleepless or restless night.

11. The need to prevent premature aging of the skin or to prevent age-related changes.

As a result, using just one makeup product, you can solve and prevent many problems with your skin. And also to save on the purchase of other drugs and on the time spent on daily makeup.

Contraindications for the use of CC-cream

This makeup product has practically no contraindications or restrictions on its use. The exception is the following cases:

1. The presence of deep and severe injuries on the skin of the face. You should not use a cosmetic product if there are wounds or purulent inflammations on the dermis.

2. Allergy to one or more components of the product. Even carefully reading the instructions and the section listing the ingredients, we cannot always figure out which substances the manufacturer used when developing the formula. And also to understand whether these substances are safe or not for our body. Therefore, in order not to find a rash or swelling on your face, you need to make sure that you are not allergic to a particular cosmetic product. When buying a new product, it's best to start with a probe. A small amount of CC Cream should be applied to the skin of the wrist or the inner fold of the elbow. And wait 15-30 minutes. If the dermis is good, that is, it reacts neutrally to the cosmetic product, then it can be safely applied to the face.

3. There are no other restrictions on the use of CC foundation. If the remedy is selected correctly, it can be used in adolescence, and in adulthood, and in old age, during pregnancy and lactation.

CC-tonal cream – types of preparation for different types of dermis

Make-up experts note that today even the slowest cosmetic company has already released its own version of CC cream. However, at the same time, not every manufacturer is ready to provide such a range of such preparations, in which one could find the optimal remedy for each type of skin. Most CC tonal creams on the market are universal and can be used by women with different skin characteristics. Nevertheless, some products can be classified as care products for dry, oily and combination skin. It is enough just to study the composition of the product in order to understand whether it will solve your problems with the epidermis.

CC-foundation for dry skin

In the component composition of CC-cream for dry and sensitive dermis, you can find substances such as hyaluronic acid, glycerin, extracts and extracts from medicinal plants, light vegetable oils and other useful components that not only improve the moisture content of the skin, but also allow the epidermis to improve. effectively retain moisture inside.

With regular use of such a foundation, each cell is saturated with nourishing fluid, the skin looks healthy, renewed, tightened and elastic.

CC-tonal cream for oily and problematic or combination skin

Oily, and even more so problematic dermis is the biggest problem of a woman. This type of skin requires careful maintenance and restoration assistance. Therefore, it is highly desirable that the composition of the foundation CC-cream contains at least a few specialized components:

1. Antiseptic agents that stop the spread of pathogens that cause inflammation (acne).

2. Regenerative substances that stimulate the skin to heal itself.

3. Thermal water, hydrolipids, vitamins A, E, C and B, minerals.

4. Natural absorbents.

5. Herbal extracts and extracts. As a rule – from aloe and tea tree, cucumber.

What should not be in the CC-cream for oily and problematic dermis is oils. The epidermis already has an unhealthy oily sheen, and there is no need to aggravate the problem. Therefore, opt for matting products marked 'oil-free' on the packaging. Using such a product regularly, you can significantly improve the condition of the skin and significantly reduce the production of sebum, get rid of a large number of acne.

Other criteria for choosing and buying a foundation CC-cream

When choosing a cosmetic product, you need to take into account not only the type of skin, but also other aspects. Make-up experts recommend focusing on the following factors:

1. Component composition of the product. Keep in mind that in addition to the presence of natural ingredients that are good for the skin, it is advisable to make sure that there are no synthetic substances. Of course, most products contain chemical additives that facilitate the application of the product to the skin, increase its durability and shelf life after opening the package. But these substances should be as small as possible, otherwise you run the risk that an allergic reaction will occur or the condition of the dermis will worsen. It will be very good if their names are at the very end of the list of components indicated on the package.

2. Shade of foundation CC-cream. It is necessary to select the product in such a way that its color matches as closely as possible the natural (or acquired) shade of the skin. In the lines of many cosmetic brands, mainly beige, ivory, porcelain and dark beige are presented. However, there are companies in the assortment of which there are much more options for shades of cosmetics. If you have fair skin but tend to sunburn, it is recommended that you buy several tubes of CC Foundation. One tool should be lighter, the second a little darker, it is useful in spring and summer, when the skin darkens even with a short time in the sun.

3. Brand. CC tonal creams appeared on the beauty industry market relatively recently, but reputable brands already have them in their product range. They value their reputation, therefore they carefully control the quality of products. Moreover, the cost of drugs is different – there are mass-market, luxury and premium creams. You can find a foundation for any requirement and budget. Therefore, it makes no sense to take risks and buy CC-cream from an unknown company.

4. And the last important aspect is the place of purchase. It should be a reliable specialized store selling makeup and makeup. In stationary cosmetics supermarkets, the purchase will cost a little more than on sites on the Internet. But you don't have to spend money on delivery. But the best option is to order cosmetic products on the official websites of manufacturers, since they are all presented on the Internet. Buying in a trusted store will save you from the risk of purchasing a fake or expired, low-quality product.

How to use CC foundation correctly

Any means of decorative cosmetics must be able to use correctly. Only the judicious use of CC foundation will allow you to get exactly the effect you expect. But on the packaging of the drug there are no detailed instructions on how to apply CC-cream, which products should be used before the foundation, and which after. So our experts have shared step-by-step instructions for daily use of the 'CC' toner. First, the preparatory stage:

1. Cleansing the skin is a must-have event that you should never skip, especially if you have a problematic dermis. To do this, you can use any means you are familiar with, for example, a foam or a gel for washing.

2. If your skin is flaky or your pores are clogged, you can use a scrub. It is necessary to gently remove the layer of keratinized cells, paying attention to problem areas of the epidermis on the forehead, nose, cheeks, chin.

3. Dry the epidermis of the face with a soft towel, you do not need to rub, just get wet.

4. Apply to the skin the product that you are using to care for your type of epidermis. It can be an antiseptic or moisturizer, serum, etc.

After the cream is absorbed, which will take 10-15 minutes, you can start applying the CC-tonal cream. This can be done in three ways:

1. If you are a happy owner of problem-free skin, you can apply foundation with your fingertips. This method is ideal for quick daily makeup. But it also has a drawback – unhygienic. However, in some cases it can be used safely, especially if the hands are clean. To apply CC foundation, squeeze the product from the tube onto the back of your left wrist (or right if you are left-handed), allow time to warm up to body temperature, dip your fingertips, apply pigments to the skin, following massage lines. If the cream does not reach body temperature before application, it will be more difficult to distribute it evenly over the face. It is important to pay attention to the T-zone and other areas that need correction.

2. If you have minor aesthetic defects on your skin, it is better to apply the CC-foundation with a special cosmetic brush. It has a flat shape, medium rigidity. Such a brush should be made of synthetic materials that do not absorb the cream and allow it to be used sparingly. The product can be squeezed onto the back of the brush or directly onto the tip of the brush. The foundation is spread with 'coloring' movements along the massage lines, carefully spread over the skin in such a way that no streaks of villi remain.

3. The simplest and most effective way to apply CC foundation is with a cosmetic sponge. Such an accessory can have different shapes, but users note that the most convenient one is in the form of an egg. Such a sponge fits comfortably in the palm of your hand, it has a slightly pointed side, which allows you to apply foundation on the most inaccessible areas of the skin, for example, along the hairline, on the area under the eyes, on the wings of the nose. Using a sponge is simple – you just dip it lightly in the product squeezed onto the skin at the base of the thumb. Driving the applicator over the skin along the massage lines, apply the cream to the skin. You can apply the product with patting movements. The layer of the preparation should be small, but sufficient to mask imperfections. The advantage of CC foundation sponges is that these accessories allow you to easily control the amount of product that is applied to your face.

4. When applying tonal CC-cream, you must not forget about the thorough shading of the cosmetic product. Despite the fact that the texture of the drug is light and the color saturation is low, you still need to make sure that there are no boundaries for the transitions of shades on the painted and unpainted areas of the skin.

Combination options for CC-cream and other decorative cosmetics

The versatility of this drug allows you to vary its use depending on the urgent tasks that need to be addressed.

Several ways to combine CC cream with other tinting products:

1. CC cream as a face skin primer. This method is suitable for girls who need a really effective masking of significant aesthetic imperfections. And they don't want makeup to be visible on the face. In this case, you can act in two ways. Use CC Cream as a primer and then apply a thin layer of high overlapping foundation. Or mix CC Cream with your usual primer to give it a nourishing effect.

2. CC cream combined with concealer. By mixing these two preparations, you can hide the pronounced imperfections of the skin and at the same time optimize the consistency of the concealer, making it easier to apply.

3. CC cream in combination with foundation. Such manipulation will improve the color of the coating, bring it closer to the natural skin tone, make it translucent and weightless. And also correct the finish of your favorite foundation, if in certain situations it does not suit you with something.

4. CC cream and moisturizer that you regularly use to care for your skin. In this case, you get the desired decorative, that is, masking effect, and also increase the moisturizing properties of the drug with the CC marking.

5. CC cream combined with a sunscreen product. Such manipulations can be done in the summer if the SPF level of the foundation is insufficient to effectively protect the skin from exposure to ultraviolet rays.

6. CC cream combined with an anti-aging product. By mixing both products, you will provide the skin with complete, even increased care, and at the same time you will be able to camouflage the imperfections of the dermis, which lends itself to aging.

As you can see, there are more than enough ways to use CC-cream together with other cosmetic preparations. You can experiment yourself, discovering new unexpected and effective combinations.

How to wash off a cosmetic

CC-tonal cream belongs to the group of unstable decorative cosmetics for the dermis. Therefore, there should be no problems with its removal from the skin. The drug must be washed off the face before going to bed in the evening. And for this you can use the following tools:

1. Lotion or toner, makeup remover milk, micellar water. Such preparations allow you to remove the foundation layer without much effort and friction.

2. Cleansing gel or foam. Such preparations will help to remove a layer of foundation from the face and make the skin perfectly clean, prepare it for the application of cosmetics.

3. Hydrolat (evaporated water-based plant extracts) or hydrophilic tiles (moisturizing solid cream for the care of the epidermis, which melts on contact with the skin). Natural makeup removers such as flower water are a great option for removing CC foundation and rejuvenating skin.

Since any product is suitable for removing CC cream, you can use what is already in your cosmetic bag. There is no need to buy a new makeup remover.

Advantages of CC Cream Compared to Other Similar Products

If you are still in doubt about whether to buy a CC tonal cream, or give preference to any other drug, check out the benefits of products with the Color Control label:

1. Large assortment in terms of color solutions for leather of different shades. Perhaps only girls with a very tanned or naturally dark dermis will not be able to find a suitable option for themselves. But in this case, there is an opportunity to buy a white, that is, a neutral shade on the skin, which will adapt to all the features of the dermis.

2. The newest formulas of drugs, the latest developments taking into account modern achievements in the field of cosmetology.

3. Mainly natural composition. It is believed that CC creams are the most natural of all representatives of this type of cosmetics.

4. Comfortable consistency and light texture. Even if you are just starting to practice using tonal means, it can be very difficult to get an unaesthetic mask effect.

5. The most natural look on the skin. This allows you to use CC cream both for daily nude make-up (no one will guess that you are using a foundation), and for creating an evening look (scattering particles in the composition of the product will make the skin irresistible under the soft rays of artificial light).

6. The versatility of most tools. You can cover up all aesthetic imperfections with one cream.

7. The therapeutic properties of CC-creams – in this regard, products of this type have long overtaken classic foundation creams.

8. High durability of CC creams. Due to the presence of absorbent particles in the composition of most preparations, the makeup will be 'in place' for at least 8 hours. If necessary, the make-up can be easily corrected.

9. The absence of such unpleasant consequences of the use of cosmetics, such as clogged pores and disturbances in the function of the epidermis.

Of the shortcomings of CC-creams, which, however, are inherent in other representatives of decorative cosmetics, only their cost can be noted. Really high quality drugs can cost several thousand rubles.

Review of popular companies producing tonal CC-creams and their products

Experts agree that the Koreans hold the palm in the production of CC-creams. Their products are traditionally of high quality and increased efficiency. For example, one of the best representatives of the Korean cosmetics industry is MIZON Correct Сombo cream Natural Skin. It is a versatile product that meets the needs of all skin types. The foundation has a relatively dense texture, but it blends well and does not weigh down the skin, does not create a 'plaster' effect. The product is very quickly absorbed, leaving the thinnest matte film on the skin. Even one layer of MIZON Correct Combo cream Natural Skin will camouflage all imperfections and aesthetic defects.

However, in the assortment of stores you can find many other quite competitive products. They differ in price, composition, application characteristics. Make-up masters recommend the following cosmetic preparations to the readers of our online publication:

1. CC Cream Complete Correction from Chanel. This product has a sun filter with a high SPF 50. The foundation quickly adapts to the natural skin tone. It also moisturizes, refreshes, tightens the skin and gives it a natural inner glow. When applying CC-tonal cream, problems with age spots, dark circles under the lower eyelids and other imperfections of the facial epidermis are solved.

2. Superdefense CC Foundation from Clinique. It has a UV filter SPF 30. This is a real universal preparation that has a complex effect on the skin. Moisturizes the dermis, evens out shade and relief, has an anti-aging effect.

3. Foundation from the Faberlik company. It has an SPF 15 filter, so it protects from the gentle winter and spring sun. The drug is popular because it can solve most of the problems with the skin. The foundation removes the dullness of the skin tone and dryness of the epidermis, evens out the relief, and masks fine wrinkles.

4. Cream Absolute perfection from Lumene. A real salvation for the owners of thinned, dried out, dehydrated skin, prone to irritation. The formula of the drug was developed specifically to solve such problems. The active components of the preparation contribute to deep hydration of the skin, and the lightest pigments have good overlapping properties.

5. Ideal Flawless CC-cream from Avon. This drug is focused on solving the problems of oily skin. Has a liquid texture, easy to apply, has a long-lasting matting effect even on problem areas. However, users note that the product is also suitable for other types of skin, it removes well visible aesthetically defects.

6. PREP + PRIME CC COLOR CORRECTING. This product is suitable for combination skin prone to dryness and oily content. The main properties of the drug are moisturizing, matting, masking.

7. CC mat foundation by Dr. Brandt. It is also suitable for combination skin types. Contains natural ingredients, in particular hyaluronic acid. Solves the problem of dryness and oily content in different areas of the skin.

8. Camera Ready CC Cream from Smashbox. This drug copes well with the problems of the aging dermis. The product not only helps to fight age spots, evens out the relief and skin tone, but also reduces the depth of wrinkles, which begin to spoil the appearance of women after the age of 40.

9. Color combo CC from the Deoproce brand. This is a cream from another Korean manufacturer, designed to care for aging skin and correct aesthetic imperfections. The preparation contains many natural ingredients, for example, extracts from chamomile, aloe, licorice and green tea. Also, among the components of the product, you can find hyaluronate, which helps to rejuvenate the epidermis. And niacinamide, adenosine, which stimulate collagen production, and also regulate the tone of the skin. The product has a neutral scent and stays on the skin all day long.

Pay attention to your skin's reaction when using CC Foundation. Since the task of this tool is not only decorative, but also therapeutic, the state of the epidermis with regular use of cosmetics should change for the better. If this does not happen, it is worth considering whether this particular remedy is suitable for your type of skin.

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