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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ versus Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Natural Skin Perfector SPF 30 5W1 .

Last updated on October 17, 2023. Published on April 22, 2022

Overview

Cool Features

They both contain Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Sunscreen

Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.

BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizer

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

Price

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Buy CC+ Cream with SPF 50+

Starts at $27.95
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Starts at $53.00

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
spf rating
30

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Retinoid
Vitamin C
Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid
Peptides (2)

Benefits

Hydrating (6)
Good For Oily Skin (2)
Redness Reducing (4)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores (3)
Anti-Aging (3)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (2)
Acne Fighting (3)
Brightening (5)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (2)

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (2)
Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Dark Spots
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

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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: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.

D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.

D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.

Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.

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IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 10.

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Natural Skin Perfector SPF 30 5W1 contains this as ingredient number 10.

2
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.

Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.

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IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 23.

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Natural Skin Perfector SPF 30 5W1 contains this as ingredient number 18.

3
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+ contains this as ingredient number 25.

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Natural Skin Perfector SPF 30 5W1 contains this as ingredient number 11.

4
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.

It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.

Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.

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IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 28.

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Natural Skin Perfector SPF 30 5W1 contains this as ingredient number 21.

5
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 42.

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Natural Skin Perfector SPF 30 5W1 contains this as ingredient number 8.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.

Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.

Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.

Learn more about CI 77492

IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 81.

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Natural Skin Perfector SPF 30 5W1 contains this as ingredient number 27.

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

31% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
35% are disliked or very disliked
23% have no rating yet
24% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
41% are disliked or very disliked
21% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ 81 ingredients

2.5 /5
from 2 reviews
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Aug 24, 2023

Breaks down on oily skin
I wanted to love this one because it had really good coverage for my acne & PIH and was a good color match for me. Unfortunately on my very oily skin it melted as the day goes on with obvious cracking around the...

Breaks down on oily skin
I wanted to love this one because it had really good coverage for my acne & PIH and was a good color match for me. Unfortunately on my very oily skin it melted as the day goes on with obvious cracking around the T zone. TBF it's a common problem with tinted products and foundations for me so it's not just this product's fault.

Also to note because of the good coverage, it's not enough as a solo SPF because the 1/4-1/2 tsp you need to apply for SPF 50 would not spread well so a regular sunscreen is needed in addition.

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Natural Skin Perfector SPF 30 29 ingredients

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