Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium versus IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha .
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 17 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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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.
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Ingredient Info
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ 33 ingredients
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 38 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Fragrance Free
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Not Reef Safe
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ 33 ingredients
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 38 ingredients
Water • Dimethicone • Propanediol • Alcohol Denat. • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Niacinamide • Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer • Caffeine • Tocopherol • Peg-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate • Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate • Magnesium Sulfate • Phenoxyethanol • Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract • Aluminum Hydroxide • Butylene Glycol • Adenosine • Sodium Hyaluronate • Snail Secretion Filtrate • Glycerin • Ethyl Hexanediol • Steareth-20 • Chlorhexidine Digluconate • N-Hydroxysuccinimide • Sodium Citrate • Potassium Sorbate • Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 • Chrysin • Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 • Citric Acid • Biotin
Water • Glycerin • Homosalate • Octocrylene • Caprylyl Methicone • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Dimethicone • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Niacinamide • Propanediol • Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer • Synthetic Fluorphlogopite • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Chloride • Butylene Glycol • Trimethylsiloxysilicate • Disteardimonium Hectorite • Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate • Parfum • Chlorphenesin • Caprylyl Glycol • Snail Secretion Filtrate • Silica Silylate • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate • Limonene • Simethicone • Maltodextrin • Aluminum Hydroxide • Adenosine • Ethyl Hexanediol • Dipropylene Glycol • Sodium Hyaluronate • Citral • Linalool • Sodium Citrate • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Tocopherol
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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!
Learn more about WaterIT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 1.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 7.
Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.
It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolIT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 3.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 11.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.
It is considered non-irritating on the skin.
Learn more about Synthetic FluorphlogopiteIT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 5.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 13.
Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideIT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 6.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 10.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolIT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 9.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 38.
We don't have a description for Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 11.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 19.
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.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteIT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 12.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 18.
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.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 14.
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.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideIT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 17.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 29.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 18.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 16.
Adenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.
Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.
Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.
In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.
Learn more about AdenosineIT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 19.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 30.
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:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateIT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 20.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 33.
Snail Secretion Filtrate is the excretion from snails. It is an effective moisturizer and promotes collagen production.
Snail Secretion helps repair the skin barrier, helping the skin stay hydrated. It also contains ingredients that tell the skin to create more collagen such as glycolic acid.
Snail Secretion Filtrate is also great for soothing skin because it also contains allantoin.
On top of this, Snail Secretion Filtrate contains a variety of vitamins and minerals. These include copper peptides, Vitamin A, and vitamin E. Vitamins A and E are antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, molecules that damage skin cells. Fighting off free-radicals can slow the process of wrinkle formation and hyperpigmentation.
Being cruelty-free means a brand does not experiment on animals. If you're worried about the well-being of the snails, we recommend looking more into the company of the product. Many brands have developed humane methods to collect snail mucin.
There is much debate on this subject. On one hand, this ingredient comes from an animal. On the other hand, many will argue the ingredient is naturally secreted (like a natural by-product) and therefore vegan. If you have reservations, you can look into Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate or Centella Asiatica Extract as alternatives.
Learn more about Snail Secretion FiltrateIT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 21.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 23.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinIT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 22.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 2.
Ethyl Hexanediol is an aliphatic alcohol. It is a solvent.
Solvents are used to keep ingredients together in a product. They can help dissolve ingredients to stable bases or help evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 23.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 31.
Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Sodium Citrate helps maintain the pH of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Sodium Citrate is a chelating agent. It neutralizes metal ions from water and prevents them from binding to other ingredients. This ensures the other ingredients will not be altered.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateIT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ Light Medium contains this as ingredient number 27.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 36.
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