The 10 Best CC Creams of 2024, Tested by Real People

Best Overall

PÜR Tinted Moisturizer SPF 20

$33 at Amazon $36 at Walmart $36 at Ulta

Hydrating? Check. Skin-perfecting coverage? Double check. The 4-in-1 Tinted Moisturizer with SPF 20 from PÜR Cosmetics impressed us on every front. From its barely-there feel on the skin to its glowy finish, this tube of magic might just be our new go-to.

This lightweight tinted moisturizer is formulated with deeply nourishing ingredients like sodium hyaluronate to plump and hydrate and vitamin E to soothe the skin, on top of the fact that it’s cruelty-free and vegan. We were impressed by the weightless, second-skin feel of the PÜR 4-in-1 Tinted Moisturizer.

The PÜR 4-in-1 Tinted Moisturizer claims to do the work of four separate products: moisturizer, primer, foundation, and SPF. We love that it allows freckles to show through while covering redness, and we gave this product a perfect score for both coverage and feel.

While it does offer broad spectrum SPF 20 coverage, an extra layer of sunscreen might be necessary to keep you protected. With makeup layered on top or without, the PÜR 4-in-1 Tinted Moisturizer is basically glowy skin in a bottle.

Size: 1.7 oz. | Shades: 16 | Coverage: Light | SPF: SPF 20

Best Overall (Cheaper)

Honest Beauty CCC Tinted Moisturizer

$27 at Amazon $27 at Target $27 at Ulta

Our Ratings

• Feel
  5/5
• Coverage
  5/5

We’ll buy just about anything Jessica Alba makes, and the CCC Clean Corrective Tinted Moisturizer from her brand Honest Beauty is no exception. Boasting medium coverage with a formula that feels creamy and lightweight, this product is perfect for those looking for a nourishing formula that easily cancels out dark spots and redness. 

After trying this product in our PEOPLE Tested labs, we barely even noticed it on our skin (in the best way). And, through long-term testing, we only grew to love this product's dewy, lightweight finish more.

The dermatologist-tested formula has an ingredient list worth bragging about (hello, mineral SPF and vitamin C!). If your skin is sensitive to chemical sunscreens, the mineral formulation offers less irritation than many others on the market. This non-comedogenic CC cream is packaged in a sleek tube made of 51 percent post-consumer recycled plastic. And once you use every last drop (which you will), the packaging can be recycled again. 

Size: 1 oz. | Shades: 9 | Coverage: Light to medium | SPF: SPF 30

Best Coverage

It Cosmetics CC+ Cream With SPF 50+

$47 at Amazon $47 at Target $18 at Nordstrom

Our Ratings

• Coverage
  5/5
• Feel
  5/5
• Wear
  4.3/5
• Finish
  4.8/5
• Transfer Resistance
  4.7/5

A major player in the makeup and skincare space, IT Cosmetics’ redness-erasing formulas have become a favorite for a reason. This silky cream leaves the skin with a natural, not-too-matte but not-too-dewy finish.

And the surprisingly high-coverage formula doesn’t sacrifice its lightweight feel. Unlike most full-coverage foundations, it would be easy to forget that this CC cream is on your face at all. The brand’s prestige does come with a slightly loftier price tag, but this is definitely a little-goes-a-long-way type of product. It’s infused with anti-aging ingredients like hydrolyzed collagen, peptides, and niacinamide and promises to improve skin over time. 

Although it provides relatively high coverage, the It Cosmetics CC+ Cream might not cover all dark spots. We'd definitely recommend this product for skin types that lean oilier, as our long-term testing revealed that this product could sometimes stick to dry patches.

Sizes: 0.4 oz., 1 oz. | Shades: 12 | Coverage: Medium to full | SPF: SPF 50

Best Value

e.l.f. Cosmetics Camo CC Cream

$15 at Target $15 at Ulta View on Elfcosmetics.com

Our Ratings

• Feel
  5/5
• Coverage
  4/5

The e.l.f Cosmetics Camo CC Cream proves that the drugstore makeup aisle can pack a high-coverage punch. This color-correcting formula comes in 16 shades with warm, cool, and neutral undertones. 

Upon application, this lightweight, comfortable formula smoothed over the skin like a gentle moisturizer would. Formulated with SPF 30, the ingredient list includes niacinamide to soothe and brighten. Shoppers have lauded this medium-to-high coverage formula as a more budget-friendly dupe for the IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream. 

The natural matte finish is perfect for people with combination or oilier skin types but might not be suitable for dry skin. Shoppers pointed out that the formula can stick unevenly to dry patches. But if your skin tends to be oily, this product might just be the proof you need that the CC cream trend is for everyone. 

Size: 1 oz. | Shades: 16 | Coverage: Medium to full | SPF: SPF 30

Best Redness Reducing

Tower 28 SunnyDays Tinted Sunscreen

$32 at Sephora $30 at Credo Beauty $32 at Kohls.com

We can't say enough good things about the lightweight feel of this blendable, ultra-breathable foundation. Available in 14 different shades, this product provides SPF 30 protection from a non-nano zinc oxide sunscreen that is suitable for sensitive skin.

Packed in an adorable, minimalist tube and loaded with good-for-you ingredients like prickly pear to repair and soften skin, this fragrance-free product is great for those with sensitive or reactive skin. In fact, this product boasts a National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance. We enjoyed the calming effects of this product’s botanical ingredients and noticed that the white sage helped ease redness.

According to the brand, this tinted moisturizer provides “light to medium, buildable coverage.” We found that it was more light than medium, and some dark spots and acne still showed through under this CC cream. But, for those who desire a lighter coverage product with a natural, dewy finish, this could be the glow you’ve been looking for. 

Size: 1 oz. | Shades: 14 | Coverage: Light to medium | SPF: SPF 30

Best for Oily Skin

Neutrogena Matte CC Cream

$7 at Amazon $15 at Target $9 at Walmart

Our Ratings

• Feel
  4/5
• Coverage
  5/5

A little goes a long way with this matte finish CC cream from Neutrogena. It gave full, foundation-like coverage that immediately impressed us. The oil-free formulation is great for those with skin that tends to get oily throughout the day and includes the powerhouse anti-inflammatory ingredient niacinamide (aka vitamin B3). 

This CC cream is available in a wide range of 34 shades, which we love, but the undertones tend to lean yellow-ish. The product comes out a little bit thick, but we found that we could rub it in pretty easily to a near-invisible finish. Formulated to blur discoloration and minimize the appearance of pores, the product also has impressive staying power. 

The ingredient list — developed by dermatologists — is almost as impressive as the budget-friendly price. Overall, we think that this matte-finish CC cream is a great choice for those seeking fuller coverage without clogging pores or further irritating the skin. 

Size: 1 oz. | Shades: 34 | Coverage: Full | SPF: No

Best with SPF

Supergoop! CC Screen

View on Amazon $44 at Nordstrom $42 at Dermstore

Our Ratings

• Feel
  5/5
• Coverage
  4.5/5

This SPF-makeup hybrid leaves the skin with a natural, lightweight finish. Available in 13 shades, this product comes from the sunscreen experts at Supergoop!, a brand loved by celebrities like Brooke Shields.

The medium-coverage formula evened out the complexion completely in our tests, making dark spots visibly less noticeable and minimizing any redness. This product claims to be good for all skin types and was formulated without any potential skin sensitizers. After continuing to test this product for six months, we're happy to report that it caused no irritation or breakouts and continues to deliver a glowing, gorgeous base that works in both summer and winter weather conditions.

The application of this CC cream was smooth and easy, with both fingertips and a sponge. It spread across the skin like water and truly felt like nothing was on the skin at all. Though it might feel like nothing, the powerful ingredients are definitely noteworthy — mineral SPF, apple extract to help the skin appear brighter and smoother, and Irish moss for anti-aging are among the most exceptional additions.

Size: 1.6 oz. | Shades: 13 | Coverage: Light | SPF: SPF 50

Best Glowy Finish

Huda Beauty GloWish Multidew Skin Tint Foundation

$37 at Sephora View on Hudabeauty.com $38 at Selfridges.com

Our Ratings

• Feel
  5/5
• Coverage
  5/5

The GlowWish MultiDew Vegan Tint from Huda Beauty does exactly what its name suggests — it leaves skin with a radiant, luminous finish. Formulated in 13 different glowing shades, this product includes red bell pepper extract, which is said to protect against blue light, and Damascus rose oil to soothe and lock in moisture. 

The product claims to provide light coverage in a liquid formulation and works better as a skin tint than a foundation. If you're looking for a high-coverage foundation, this product isn't it. But, to achieve the coveted no-makeup makeup effortless glow, this product absolutely delivers. The GlowWish MultiDew covered both dark circles and blemishes with a dewy finish. Our only note is that we wish this product included some SPF.

Size: 1.35 oz. | Shades: 13 | Coverage: Light to medium | SPF: No

Best Splurge

Amore Pacific Color Control Cushion Compact

$75 at Amazon View on Amorepacific.com

Our Ratings

• Feel
  5/5
• Coverage
  5/5

A favorite CC cream in the Korean beauty market, the Amorepacific Color Control Cushion Compact provides weightless coverage for a luxe, glass-skin finish. This product comes in a convenient round compact with a built-in application sponge, making it perfect for touch-ups throughout the day. 

Though this is the most expensive CC cream on our list, we felt that the higher price was reflected in the quality and luxurious feel of the product. It applies very smoothly with immediate results, and the color correcting is impressive right when it touches the skin.

This product manages to provide coverage that we'd describe as medium and dewy, which can be a hard balance to achieve in such a lightweight formula. Housed in this purse-ready compact are uniquely soothing ingredients like bamboo sap and green tea. One important con: We do wish that this CC cream was available in a wider range of shades. We also noticed that over our six-month testing process, the applicator sponge started to feel a bit dirty and was not the easiest to clean.

Size: 1 oz. | Shades: 5 | Coverage: Light to medium | SPF: SPF 50

Best for Darker Skin Tones

The Lip Bar Just a Tint 3-in-1 Tinted Skin Conditioner

$17 at Target View on Thelipbar.com

When it comes to drugstore concealers, Lip Bar is a brand worth raving about. This CC cream in particular blew us away in terms of shade range, price, and coverage. Upon application, every dark spot and dark circle immediately disappeared. Although this cream comes in just six different shades, the range between the lightest and darkest shade, coupled with the product's unique ability to blend into the skin, makes this product a winner for a variety of skin tones. 

The Lip Bar's CC cream feels lightweight and hydrating on the skin with impressive coverage that even stays put under a mask. The hydrating, glowy finish is achieved through ingredients like hyaluronic acid, rosewater, cucumber extract, and Irish sea moss. For days when you desire lighter coverage, we think this product would look stunning when mixed with a dab of moisturizer to sheer it out. 

Size: 1 oz. | Shades: 5 | Coverage: Medium | SPF: SPF 11