Title: What else should I apply after using CC cream? Comprehensive analysis of skin care and makeup steps
In recent years, CC cream has become a popular skin care item due to its multi-effects-in-one feature, but many consumers still have questions about the follow-up steps after use. This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days, structurally analyze the necessary procedures after using CC cream, and provide practical suggestions.
1. Basic functions and usage scenarios of CC cream

As an upgraded version of BB cream, CC cream (Color Control Cream) usually has the functions of moisturizing, concealing, sun protection and skin color correction. According to recent e-commerce platform sales data, the following brands have become popular choices:
| Brand | Core functions | SPF |
|---|---|---|
| Lancôme | Brightening + anti-aging | SPF50/PA+++ |
| clinique | Special for sensitive skin | SPF30/PA++ |
| Innisfree | Oil control and moisturizing | SPF35/PA++ |
2. Necessary steps after using CC cream
According to recent discussions among beauty bloggers, it is recommended to follow the following process after using CC cream:
| steps | product type | function | Recommended products |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Set makeup | Loose powder/setting spray | Oil control and long-lasting makeup | Make Up Forever Loose Powder |
| 2. Partial concealer | Concealer | Cover blemishes | NARS concealer |
| 3. Contouring | Highlights/Shadows | three-dimensional contour | Fenty Beauty Contour Stick |
| 4. Eyebrow makeup | Eyebrow pencil/eyebrow powder | Modify eyebrow shape | Shu Uemura Machete Eyebrow Pencil |
| 5. Lip and cheek gloss | Blush/Lipstick | Improve complexion | 3CE Blush Cream |
3. Special treatments for different skin types
Data from Xiaohongshu in the past week shows that special attention should be paid to different skin types:
•oily skin: It is recommended to use oil-controlling primer before CC cream, followed by mineral powder.
•dry skin: You need to apply a moisturizing base first, then use setting spray instead of loose powder.
•Combination skin: Partially set makeup on T zone, skip powder step on cheeks
4. Strategies for coping with seasonal differences
The beauty topic list on Weibo shows that there are obvious differences between CC cream follow-up care in summer and winter:
| season | Key steps | Product texture selection |
|---|---|---|
| summer | Enhance makeup setting | Waterproof products |
| winter | moisturizing primer | Moisturizing makeup |
| rainy season | Anti-makeup removal treatment | Fast film forming setting spray |
5. Analysis of common misunderstandings
According to recent highly praised answers on Zhihu, the following mistakes need to be avoided:
1.sunscreen overlay: If CC cream contains sufficient sun protection value, there is no need to reapply sunscreen.
2.Overdosage: Only 1-2 pumps of CC cream are needed. Excessive use will result in heavy makeup.
3.Steps reversed: Complete skin care steps first and wait for absorption before using CC cream
6. Complete usage process demonstration
Standardized process for summarizing popular tutorials on Douyin:
Morning skin care→Sunscreen isolation→CC cream→Partial concealer→Makeup setting→Brow and eye makeup→Lip and cheek makeup→Makeup setting spray
Note: Recent live broadcast data shows that 90% of professional makeup artists will add concealer steps after CC cream, not in the opposite order.
Conclusion:As a multi-functional product, CC cream does simplify the makeup process, but to achieve the perfect makeup effect, you still need to follow the subsequent steps. According to hotly discussed content on the Internet, correct follow-up care can increase the durability of makeup by more than 60%. It is recommended that consumers adjust flexibly according to their own skin type and climate characteristics to maximize the effectiveness of CC cream.
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