Makeup Artists Say These 12 CC Creams Do the Absolute Most for Mature Skin

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Finding the right CC cream can be challenging, especially when you're not sure which ones are right for your skin type. While it's easy to gravitate to whichever CC creams are trending when you're on the lookout for one (I'm guilty of doing this when short on time or energy), familiarising yourself with the best ingredients and products that will make a difference in your skin's appearance as it matures is important. Remember when you were encouraged to incorporate a good eye cream into your skincare routine after entering your twenties? Here's your sign to do the same for CC cream. 

Read on to learn everything you need to know about CC cream from a makeup artist experienced with working on mature skin. Then discover which products 100% deserve your attention.

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What Is CC Cream?

Think of CC cream as a multitasking makeup product formulated to combat redness, dullness, hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone, and other skin discolouration concerns. The name stands for "colour control" or "complexion correction," referencing its unique ability to target problem areas. CC cream can be especially helpful when creating makeup looks on mature skin. "CC Creams typically have more skincare benefits than a traditional foundation, and as we age, ensuring our makeup includes skincare benefits is essential," says veteran makeup artist Laura Geller.

"CC creams are often moisturising, and some include SPF, both of which help address common concerns of sun protection and hydration as our skin tends to dry as we age." Geller's namesake brand, founded in 1997, is celebrated for its approach to inclusive products and marketing (in fact, it exclusively uses women over 40 in advertising). CC Creams such as Geller's Quench-n-Tint Hydrating Foundation are only the tip of the iceberg.

How To Use CC Cream

When deciding which CC creams to use for mature skin, Geller gravitates toward ones that utilise hyaluronic acid or sodium hyaluronate to repair and protect the skin barrier. "Less is more as we age, so this is a great substitute for foundation on those 'no makeup' makeup days," she adds. "The moisturising ingredients in your CC cream will ensure it won't crease, crack, or settle into fine lines or wrinkles." According to Geller, CC cream should provide your skin with more benefits than a traditional foundation, a testament to the importance of incorporating ingredients that support healthy and beautiful mature skin.

For the best outcome, Geller recommends applying the product with the fingers and then blending it outward and upward for an even complexion. "Ideally, it's going to give me light coverage and colour-correct any discolouration while also serving as a moisturiser," Geller explains. "There's nothing worse than a cream that will dry you out, especially for mature skin."

Best CC Creams for Mature Skin

Best Overall: Laura Geller Quench-n-Tint

Next up, The 13 Best Tinted Moisturisers for Mature Skin, Ranked by a Beauty Editor

Maya Thomas
Assistant Beauty Editor
Maya Thomas is Who What Wear'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.