What is a CC serum, and what does CC stand for?

CC stands for color-correcting. CC color-correcting tinted serum is a next generation complexion product that helps even the appearance of skin tone while providing lightweight buildable coverage with skincare benefits.CC color-correcting tinted serum is powered by encapsulated smart pigments that burst & adapt as you blend. Each shade flexes across a range of skin tones.

What's the difference between a BB cream and a CC cream?

BB creams typically focus on hydration and lightweight coverage, while CC creams are designed to help color-correct, brighten, and even the appearance of skin tone. CC tinted serum combines color-correcting benefits with skincare ingredients and color-adapting technology to create a personalized-looking shade match for a next gen color-correcting product.

What's the difference between CC tinted serum and a tinted moisturizer?

Tinted moisturizers primarily provide hydration with sheer to buildable coverage. CC color-correcting tinted serum delivers skincare benefits & lightweight coverage. Additionally, it provides 24-hr hydration, 16-hr wear & is waterproof. It is also powered by encapsulated smart pigments that burst & adapt as you blend. Each shade flexes across a range of skin tones.

How is CC tinted serum different from foundation?

It is not a foundation or a skin tint. CC color-correcting tinted serum lives in its own category. Unlike traditional foundations that require precise shade matching & often provide fuller coverage, CC tinted serum starts as a neutral base & transforms to your perfect match. Powered by encapsulated pigments, the formula activates as you blend to create a seamless-looking match. The formula provides lightweight coverage with a natural, skin-like finish while feeling more like skincare than makeup.

What does CC tinted serum do for your skin?

CC color-correcting tinted serum helps smooth, even & blur the look of skin while providing 24-hr hydration, 16-hr wear & a natural skin-like finish. This serum is infused with skin loving ingredients like niacinamide to help brighten & minimize the look of pores, caffeine to energize & reduce the look of puffiness & hyaluronic acid to hydrate & plump. It also features smart clay complex™, a blend of clays: rose to even, white to soften, gold to brighten, green to balance & red to nourish.

How does color-changing makeup work?

CC color-correcting tinted serum is powered by encapsulated pigments that burst & adapt as you blend. The smart pigments adjust to complement your unique skin tone for a seamless-looking finish. Each shade flexes across a range of skin tones.

How do I apply CC tinted serum?

Shake well before use. On clean skin, apply a small dot directly onto each cheek. Blend with fingers to activate the pigments & allow the formula to adapt to your skin tone. Allow the formula to sit for 1–2 minutes for the full shade reveal. For additional coverage, apply another layer once the shade has fully transformed.

How much coverage does CC tinted serum provide?

CC tinted serum provides lightweight coverage with a natural skin-like finish. It helps even skin tone while allowing your natural skin to show through. The result is a fresh, healthy-looking finish that won’t look cakey. The best part? A little goes a long way. You don’t need a lot, just 1 dot.

Can I build up CC tinted serum for more coverage?

Yes. Once the shade has fully transformed & adapted to your skin tone, you can easily apply additional layers for more coverage. For extra coverage, pair it with CC undereye corrector or shape tape™ concealer for dark circle & spot concealing or wear under face tape™ foundation for a fuller-coverage look.

Will CC tinted serum look natural on my skin?

Yes. CC color-correcting tinted serum was developed to create a natural, skin like finish.The smart pigments help create a seamless match while the lightweight, serum texture allows skin to look like skin, just smoother, brighter, & more balanced looking.

Is CC tinted serum skincare and makeup in one?

Yes. CC color-correcting tinted serum combines coverage with skincare benefits. The formula delivers 24 hours of hydration while helping improve the appearance of skin concerns like dark circles, redness, blemishes, discoloration & dry skin,

How long does CC tinted serum last?

CC color-correcting tinted serum provides 24 hours of hydration, up to 16 hours of comfortable wear & features a waterproof formula designed to stay looking fresh throughout the day.

CC color-correcting tinted serum: a CC cream & serum hybrid

Name: CC color-correcting tinted serum
Brand: Tarte
SKU: FG17453
Price: 40.0 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.6 (293 reviews)

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CC color-correcting tinted serum

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Not a foundation. Not a skin tint. A next-gen color-correcting tinted serum!

how to

shake well - on clean skin, swipe a small amount onto each cheek
using your fingers, blend to break & activate encapsulated pigments that will begin to shift & adapt to your skintone
wait 1–2 mins for full shade reveal & layer more as needed for coverage
PRO TIP: Pair with CC undereye corrector + shape tape™ concealer, or layer under foundation for a full coverage finish.

Overall rating: 4.5661016 / 5 from 295 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

This next-gen color-correcting tinted serum is praised for its excellent coverage and perfect complexion match, making it a top choice for those seeking a reliable color-correcting product.

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coverage (18%): A significant number of customers remarked that the product provides great coverage and matches perfectly to their complexion.

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Review highlights

"Beautiful finish and coverage." — Natalie
"Great light coverage, perfect shade magic!" — Kimberly
"It matches perfectly to my complexion, isn’t cakey, feels light and provides great coverage." — Stephanie B.

Reviews

My new favorite tinted serum!

"I absolutely love this CC Color-Correcting Tinted Serum! It evens out my skin tone beautifully while giving my skin a natural, healthy-looking glow. The coverage is lightweight but still does a great job of minimizing redness and imperfections without feeling heavy or cakey. It blends effortlessly and leaves my skin looking smooth, fresh, and radiant. Perfect for those days when I want a polished look without wearing a full face of makeup. Definitely a new favorite!"

— Patti H. (5/5)

NEWEST FAVE

"I was looking for something lighter than foundation with good coverage. I usually have a hard time with shade matching, I’m between fair/light. Most are too dark. But this serum blended very easily. Feels light and stays looking fresh for hours. Impressive here in the TX heat! And, my skin feels plump and healthy when I take it off."

— Vlctoria W. (5/5)

Love this serum

"Love the way this goes on. So lightweight and great coverage. Love this on the days I don’t want to put a full face of makeup on. I got this in medium and it matches great to my skin tone. Just wish this had SPF in it. Finish is very dewy. I have to you powder after applying as I like a matte look."

— Melissa C. (5/5)

Smooth tinted coverage

"Nice, light coverage on clean, primed skin. White cast fades quickly. Applying with fingertips works best for me. Shake well & apply a little at a time. I follow with tarte Creaseless Spf 30 Mineral Powder. The combo wears well."

— Michelle C. (5/5)

Tarte CC Tinted Serum

"I am 73 years old and have finally found the perfect tint in Tarte CC Tinted Serum. I have spent probably thousands over the years in my search for the best foundation for my skin. This tint goes on white, then magically changes color to match my skin tone perfectly. It does not settle in my lines and my skin looks smooth and glowing. I am thrilled with this product and highly recommend it. You won’t be disappointed."

— Pam (5/5)

Amazing!

"Absolutely loved this product! Goes on smooth & feels like you're not even wearing make up but you have full coverage to build a beautiful 'fixed' face or just wear as stand alone with a touch of mascara & hint of blush for a natural look!"

— Michelle S. (5/5)

Color is off

"This product is actually very nice when it initially goes on. A little goes a long way. I noticed that it changes color after being on for a while and is a little too orange for my skin. I usually wear a medium light and I ordered the medium, thinking the light would be too washed out looking on me. I should probably buy both and just mix them."

— Linda P. (3/5)

Magic/Sorcery

"I often find matching my skin tone difficult and I don’t like to wear heavy makeup. This product is the best I’ve ever have found lightweight where matches perfectly and it’s magic."

— Brittany B. (5/5)

Light smooth finish

"Love this for summer. It is light on the skin and the color match is really accurate. My skin looks so smooth but also you can still see my skin without it looking like make up is on. This is especially great in summer when make up may not wear as well due to the heat. I wish it had sunscreen on it, but overall I have really liked this product."

— Michelle F. (5/5)

Absolutely love it!!!

"I just got this on a whim, and I'm in love! I don't like foundation at all so I normally wear Tarte's BB cream or Skin Treat. This gives my skin a natural and even look without looking heavy. It also covered a breakout on my chin and under eye darkness better than concealer."

— Sarah (5/5)