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CLINIQUE MOISTURE SURGE CC CREAM WITH SPF 30, $53
What I liked:
I mix this CC cream with my own Clinique moisturiser
and head out the door. It covers some of my blemishes, making
them appear much less obvious. I also love the additional layer of
sunscreen, which saves me time in the morning.
Verdict:
The packaging states that the cream can be used under
foundation, but since I don’t wear much makeup, this alone is fine
for me – it’s not obvious that I’ve applied anything, but it gives me a
healthy glow, which I like.
Beatrice Ng, 29, Graphic Designer
RACHEL K CC RENEW CREAM
WITH SPF 35 PA ++, $48
What I liked:
The texture of
this cream was thicker than
I expected, but it blends
well and smells gorgeous. It
gave me a light to medium,
buildable coverage and
stayed put all day, and
provided moisture to the skin
without feeling sticky.
Verdict:
I definitely prefer
this formula to a BB cream,
as it looks and feels much
more natural, yet still gives me
virtually the same coverage.
Susannah Jaffer, 23, Fashion,
Hair & Beauty Editor
Do CC creams live up to the hype? The
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THATBASE
CC CREAMS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
• Lighter than their BB (beauty balm) sisters, CC (colour
correcting) creams are typically formulated to correct
complexion problem areas such as uneven skin tone,
redness and dullness.
• Lighter in texture than a BB, they provide light to medium
base coverage.
• They leave a more matte finish.
• Over time, they’re more effective in treating skin issues
such as discolouration, hyper-pigmentation, wrinkles and
sunspots.
WHAT I LIKED:
The cream
is light, but gives
fantastic coverage
along with a slightly
dewy glow; perfect,
especially for a normal
to dry complexion.
VERDICT:
One of the best
CC creams I’ve tried,
this has a smooth, light
and creamy texture
that blends easily
and sets like satin
on the skin. It lasted
all day and looked
fresh while giving me
fantastic coverage –
much better than a
tinted moisturiser or
BB cream. I also like
the anti-ageing and
brightening benefits
from its key ingredient,
camu camu berries.
Natalie Whittell,
26, Brand
Communications
Manager
SEPHORA CC CRÈME CORRECTION & RADIANCE CREAM
WITH SPF 30, $28
WHAT I LIKED:
It’s incredibly light but provides great
coverage, and it contains SPF so there’s no need
for that extra layer of sunblock. It’s non-greasy, but
sometimes I’ll just dab some powder on top to help
prevent shine, and I’m good to go – though I do often
wear the cream without powder.
VERDICT:
I’m always wary of trying new facial products,
but was glad I gave this one a go. I was so pleasantly
surprised by the coverage and light texture that
I’ve officially made the switch over from my old
foundation. This cream exceeded my expectations!
Amy Greenburg, 30, Health & Fitness, Arts &
Leisure Editor
ACE
PETER THOMAS ROTH CC
CREAM, $79