I recently voted in the Glosscars awards on Beautyheaven - an annual vote by members of the community for their favourite items released in the most recent year. There are dozens of categories and products to vote for, with a special extra points voting system for your special favourites.
I didn't hesitate choosing my favourite product from 2013 - Clinique Moisture Surge CC Cream SPF30 Hydrating Color Corrector.
If I had to take just one product to a desert island, this would be the
one I'd be packing. It's my first CC Cream, and while I'm sure I'll try
others, they'll have a lot to live up to.
Clinique have 4 shades in the range, and I have shade Light which suits my complexion perfectly.
There are 40mls in the tube, and mine has lasted ages & is showing no signs or running out.. It retails for $45.00.
I've swatched the cream so you can see both how well the shade matches,
and also how well it blends. How it imparts a lovely soft glow.
According to Clinique, this wonder product has:-
- Sheer, light-scattering optics help neutralise imperfections by reflecting light away from flaws—creating the look of more even-toned skin.
- Sallowness and dullness brighten. Redness diminishes. Grey becomes a natural glow.
My thoughts
It combines all the skincare benefits of the
Clinique Moisture Surge skincare range with SPF30 UVA & UVB
protection. I love that it's fragrance-free, has an oil-free formula
& is allergy tested.
What I really love about this is the colour correction. I have had cheeks that are naturally red for as long as I can remember - this product eliminates the redness completely.
It makes my skin look and feel beautifully hydrated, fresh and calm. It's a delightfully lightweight formula, I can barely notice I'm wearing it. It also has great staying power and doesn't sweat off my skin on a hot summer day.
While this can be a base and a foundation applied over it, I've never felt the need to do so. This gives me all the coverage I need.
I'd highly recommend trying this - personally I find CC Creams are a better product than BB Creams - they just offer so many extra benefits. I hope Clinique make this forever!
Have you tried this CC Cream or others, please share your favourites.
