Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha versus IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ .
Last updated on October 17, 2023. Published on May 09, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 12 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 harsh alcohols or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and silicones
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Foundation
A liquid, cream, or powder to help create an even complexion or cover blemishes.
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.
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Ingredient Info
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 38 ingredients
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ 81 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Sulfate Free
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Paraben Free
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Oil Free
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Malassezia Safe
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Non Vegan
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Alcohol Free
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Non Vegan
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IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 38 ingredients
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ 81 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 38 ingredients
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ 81 ingredients
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
Titanium/Titanium Dioxide 9% • Snail Secretion Filtrate • Phenyl Trimethicone • Dimethicone • Butylene Glycol • Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate • Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil • Butyloctyl Salicylate • Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone • Cyclopentasiloxane • Cyclohexasiloxane • Magnesium Sulfate • Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate • Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Aluminum Hydroxide • Hexyl Laurate • Stearic Acid • Calcium Stearate • Caprylyl Glycol • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • Ethylhexylglycerin • Citrus Limon Peel Oil • Tocopheryl Acetate • Sorbitan Isostearate • Phenoxyethanol • Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil • 1,2-Hexanediol • Disodium EDTA • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil • Citrus Aurantifolia Oil • Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil • Punica Granatum Seed Oil • Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil • Persea Gratissima Oil • Niacinamide • Citrus Grandis Peel Oil • Cholesterol • Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water • Lactobacillus • Perfluorohexane • Olea Europaea Leaf Extract • Glycerin • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Chrysanthemum Indicum Flower Extract • Pueraria Lobata Root Extract • Perfluorodecalin • Morus Alba Fruit Extract • Magnolia Kobus Bark Extract • Glycine Soja Sprout Extract • Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract • Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract • Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract • Pentafluoropropane • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Steareth-20 • Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid • Avena Sativa Kernel Extract • Hydrolyzed Silk • Citric Acid • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • N-Hydroxysuccinimide • Hydrolyzed Collagen • Caprylhydroxamic Acid • Tocopherol • Thiamine Hcl • Riboflavin • Retinyl Palmitate • Calcium Pantothenate • Palmitoyl Oligopeptide • Niacin • Folic Acid • Chrysin • Carnitine Hcl • Biotin • Ascorbic Acid • Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 • Chlorhexidine Digluconate • CI 77492
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Ingredients Explained
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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+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 2.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 42.
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+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 7.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 4.
Butyloctyl Salicylate is a photostabilizer, emollient and solvent. Its main purpose is to evenly spread out ingredients.
This ingredient is a common sunscreen ingredient carrier and photostabilizer. According to a manufacturer, it is suitable for carrying micro Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, and pigments.
Photostabilizers help stabilize UV-filters and prevents them from degrading quickly.
According to EU regulation, this ingredient can cause harmful effects to aquatic life.
Learn more about Butyloctyl SalicylateIT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 8.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 8.
This ingredient is a high molecular weight silicone. It has emulsifying and skin conditioning properties.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 9.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 9.
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+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 10.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 35.
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+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 14.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 25.
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+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 16.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 5.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolIT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 22.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 19.
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+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 23.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 2.
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+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 29.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 15.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract has many benefits. It contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off free-radical molecules that damage skin cells. The antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.
Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties. Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. L-theanine is an amino acid that makes up most of the amino acids found in tea leaves. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also contains Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract also has antimicrobial properties.
Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractIT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 37.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 44.
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+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 Deep Mocha contains this as ingredient number 38.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ contains this as ingredient number 67.
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IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation SPF 40 38 ingredients
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ 81 ingredients
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IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream with SPF 50+ 81 ingredients
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.
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