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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium versus Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 .

Last updated on October 17, 2023. Published on March 30, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any oils or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain harsh alcohols and silicones

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Foundation American Brand United States

BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizer

A liquid, cream, or powder to help give light coverage in creating an even complexion.

Foundation

A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.

Price

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Starts at $44.00
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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
50
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides (2)

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (3)
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (2)
Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators (2)
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Brightening

Concerns

Drying (3)
May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (5)
Eczema (5)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 1.

Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 2.

Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 3.

3
What it does: Antimicrobial, Astringent, Masking, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol and other additives. It has a low molecular weight and will evaporate quickly. This helps other ingredients become better absorbed and dry once applied.

Alcohol Denat. is volatile and may cause irritation. It helps draw out natural oils in skin and dry out your skin.

One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased irritation.

Alcohol is antibacterial by nature. This can help preserve products and increase their shelf life.

Other types of astringent alcohols include:

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IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 4.

Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 9.

4
What it does: Stabilising
Community Rating: Disliked

Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.

It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.

Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.

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IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 12.

Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 17.

5
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.

IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 15.

Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 32.

6
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Disliked

Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.

As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.

According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.

In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.

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IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 17.

Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 27.

7
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.

Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.

Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

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IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 20.

Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 5 contains this as ingredient number 31.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

39% are loved or liked
9% have mixed ratings
33% are disliked or very disliked
18% have no rating yet
15% are loved or liked
3% have mixed ratings
65% are disliked or very disliked
18% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ 33 ingredients

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Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation 34 ingredients

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