10 Best CC Creams for Mature Skin

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As we grow older and experience more life, our skin begins to reflect that. Though society often tells women they should be ashamed of any signs of aging, bumps, lines and wrinkles show how far we’ve come and the beauty of what we’ve gone through. Texture is 100% normal and nothing to be ashamed of. We need to treat our skin with kindness, especially as it matures — and that’s where CC creams come in. CC creams — short for color correcting or complexion corrector — have heavier formulas than BB creams to help disguise imperfections like dark spots. These often contain broad-spectrum sunscreen (something we need more of as we age), so you can cut out that skincare step in your daily routine. “CC Creams typically have more skincare benefits than a traditional foundation and as we age, ensuring our makeup includes skincare benefits is essential,” veteran makeup artist Laura Geller tells Who What Wear.

We’ve searched for the 10 best CC creams for mature skin to leave your face healthy and glowing without covering up your natural beauty. Keep reading to learn more.

Best CC creams for mature skin:

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  • Thousands and thousands of positive reviews

  • High amount of sunscreen

If you’re into makeup, you’ve probably heard of IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+. It’s one of the best CC creams money can buy. The full-coverage formula with hyaluronic acid camouflages redness, uneven skin tone and dark spots. It has a lot of sunscreen, so you get extra broad-spectrum protection. The cream has garnered almost 27,000 reviews on Ulta, with over 17,000 five-star reviews.

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  • Self-adjusting color-correcting technology

  • Buildable coverage

It may not be Halloween, but it’s always the right time to try Hey Honey’s Trick And Treat CC² Moisturizing Cream. This cream has skin-loving ingredients like dead sea salt, squalene, vitamin E and bee propolis. The self-adjusting color-correcting technology smooths and evens out the face with just one pump. It has buildable coverage, SPF 45 and natural coverage.

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  • Affordable price point

  • Found in most drugstores

The e.l.f. Cosmetics Camo CC Cream is an affordable, accessible option that can be purchased at most drug stores. This truly lives up to the hype! The formula has hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, peptides and collagen to improve texture and tone. It’s medium to full coverage with SPF 30. This will forever be a favorite of mine, and I never want to go without it.

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  • Ultra lightweight feel

  • Encapsulated pigments adjust to skin tone

Next up on our list is the Erborian CC Water, a lightweight formula ideal for those who want to feel like they’re not wearing makeup. The aqua gel-based cream has encapsulated pigments that adjust to your skin tone for a filter-like finish every time. It evens skin out and illuminates your beautiful complexion. You can also try the brand’s normal CC Crème for similar results.

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  • Concealer’s new best friend

  • Can be easily stowed away in makeup bag or purse

Concealer, meet your new BFF. Technically this isn’t a cream, but it’s still an essential part of the list. The OLEHENRIKSEN Banana Bright+ Vitamin CC Eye Stick is a hydrating cream stick with three shades for customizable coverage: banana, apricot and pumpkin. Combine this with concealer to brighten your under-eyes, neutralize dark circles and blur fine lines and wrinkles. It’s small enough to throw into a makeup bag or purse for easy access.

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  • Protects skin from environmental aggressors

  • Long-wearing formula

Want something luxurious for your CC cream? Try Chanel’s Super Active Correction Complete Sunscreen SPF 50, which has a long-wearing formula. Murunga plum extract protects skin from environmental aggressors while enhancing its glow. One Ulta reviewer said this is a “literal miracle” and “probably the best complexion product” they’ve ever used. Another said it “ages you backwards.” Enough said!

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  • Dermatologist and allergy-tested

  • Oil-free formula

Another well-known CC cream in the beauty world, the Clinique Moisture Surge CC Cream SPF 30, provides oil-free hydration and sunscreen for extra protection. It has moderate coverage with a natural finish to cover common complexion issues, including redness, sallowness and dullness. The cream is also dermatologist and allergy-tested. You’re one swipe away from glowing skin.

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  • Silky smooth texture

  • Another affordable option that can be found at most drugstores

The Physicians Formula Super CC Color-Correction + Care Cream has a silky smooth texture and lightweight formula to replace a few products in your routine. It covers a number of concerns, including age spots, dark circles, signs of fatigue and fine lines. This is another accessible option on the list that can be purchased at most drugstores.

Top highlights:

  • Developed with dermatologists

  • Full matte coverage

Neutrogena is a powerhouse for skincare, and the Clear Coverage CC Cream is no exception. The full-coverage mattifying formula is made with niacinamide to even out skin tone and blur discoloration, redness and large pores. It’s surprisingly affordable for those on a budget. The cream, developed with dermatologists, is also hypoallergenic and oil-free.

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  • Reef-safe and made with no chemical SPF

  • Rich botanical juices

Juice Beauty’s Stem Cellular CC Cream is chock full of botanical juices instead of added water for various skin benefits. The ingredients reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles while visibly improving elasticity. It’s reef-safe and made with no chemical SPF. You’re left with an effortless radiant complexion. Reviewers rave about how easy it is to apply, the ease of blending and its lightweight feel.


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