REVIEW: Hard Candy CC Correction Creme + GIVEAWAY!

Hi there beauty! Back with another product review again!  Today's review is about my “new-favourite” HARD CANDY CC CORRECTION CREME.  I got these babies 2 weeks ago from Suzanne’s Emporium or @suzannesemporium at Instagram. They have all the amazing and affordable authentic makeup stuff from USA so if you want to check them out please follow @suzannesemporium.  

As you all know, (if you’re following me) I just had a workshop last weekend (July 25, 2015 at Hotel Celeste, Manila) and Ms. Suzanne Roxas of Suzanne Emporium was too kind and generous to giveaway some of their products for my students including this amazing CC cream from Hard Candy.

I have known Hard Candy Makeup products ever since I started out being a makeup junkie, and to tell you honestly they have great products at the best price. Remember the most raved concealer from the brand? Yes, it was also my favourite, the Hard Candy Glamoflauge concealer and I also love their blush boxes before which reminds me of the Benefit blush boxes.  

So when I received these CC creams at my door steps I know it’s going to be a good one. 

I have never really tried any CC creams before so I have nothing to compare it with. I’m a foundation girl you know! LOL! But kidding aside, I have never really tried CC creams because most of them are really expensive and they have sheer coverage because it is meant to “color correct” your skin tone that’s why it is called CC cream.  Some people use them as a primer; some people use them as a treatment for the skin. They are lighter than BB creams and are aimed at evening out skin tones or skin color, lightening the redness on your face and illuminating the skin complexion.

From Hard Candy:  CC creams are the next generation of BB creams that are an all-in-one product designed to moisturize, prime, color correct, brighten, and even skins complexion.  The point of difference in the CC cream is that they have additional coverage properties and color correcting benefits.  Essentially, they are a merge of skin care and cosmetics.  

The multi-functional CC crème aims to provide better skin coverage to treat and cover uneven skin tones more effectively than a BB Cream - plus the benefit of daily skin protection of broad spectrum SPF 15.  

5 Flawless Results in 1?

Hard Candy’s CC Crème provides five flawless functions:

1. Color corrects skintone by blurring blemishes, discolorations and dark spots. 

2. Neutralizes undertone with unique light reflecting optical pearls. 

3. Brightens complexions with glowing air brushed finish.

4. Evens skins texture for a smooth flawless appearance.

5. Oil free crème moisturizes skin all day without clogging pores.

I'v used this Hard Candy CC crème a couple of times, I actually wore it for 1 week straight to try its longevity and how it will look on my combination skin. I love that fact that it is oil-free and it has a slight warm undertone. I am in the shade light and it fits me perfectly (I’m NC20 at MAC and 120 at MUFE HD).  This product comes in a wide range of shades of FAIR, ULTRA LIGHT, LIGHT, LIGHT MEDIUM, MEDIUM, MEDIUM DARK AND DARK SHADES. Packaging comes in a small squeeze tube which is very adorable but not ideal for cream type formulas as it may get very messy after several use. You will get 1.5 oz/ 42.5 g of product in each tube. 

TEXTURE and CONSISTENCY: The texture is quite mousse-y type when you start to rubbed it into your skin but it has a thin consistency that's why it doesn't feel heavy or sticky compared to some liquid or cream foundation. It starts to set after a couple of minutes pretty quick because it is in water based formula. 

COVERAGE and LONGEVITY: Coverage wise obviously it will not cover any major blemishes or dark spots because it is sheer but you can build the coverage and layer the cream if you want. It can cover some minor spots and discolorations. I suggest try a setting powder that has coverage in it so you don’t have to build the cream and it will also help the product to stay longer. It last pretty much well on my combination skin I think for 4 hours or so which is acceptable for a CC cream with a sheer coverage. I did not notice any oxidation from this product which is a plus point for me. The product description says it has a light reflecting optical pearl that somehow scares me but I did not notice any shimmer or sparkles in the product. It has a very pretty natural finish, not matte but not dewy or luminous as well. If you have different skin-type, your results could be dramatically different of course.

 FRAGRANCE: Fragrance of this product has a standard “foundation” smell nothing heavy, floral or fruity smell in it so I would say that it may also work for sensitive skin. 

Let me show you some photos using this CC cream and let’s see how it looks on my skin.

(L) Before Photo (R) After Photo using Hard Candy CC Cream

(L) Before Photo (R) After Photo using Hard Candy CC Cream

As you can see on my before photo, I have some minor spots and a little redness around my nose and cheek area. After putting the CC cream it neutralizes my skin and made it look perfect but you can still see some of my spots peeking through. I actually use a setting powder on my after photo but it doesn't made a huge difference when it comes to the coverage because I use a sheer setting powder.

VERDICT:  Over all, I like this product, I love it, and it’s perfect for everyday use. Perfect whenever I’m in a rush, need to pick up my son at school or I have an urgent client meeting and I don’t have time to prep myself, I just use this set it powder and use a lip and cheek stain and  I’m ready to go. It has a natural finish that’s why I like it and it has a sunscreen protection which is perfect for day wear.

GIVEAWAY TIMEEEEE!! Woohooo! 

As a way of giving thanks to everyone supporting me, we will be giving out these HARD CANDY CC CRÈMES and a Jordana Lip pencil PLUS a surprise gift all from SUZANNES EMPORIUM. 1 lucky winner ONLY. Read below for the entry guidelines:

1.)    Follow me on Instagram @annebismonte_mua

2.)    Follow Suzanne’s Emporium at Instagram @suzanne’semporium

3.)    Like my facebook page https://www.facebook.com/makeupbyannebismonte

4.)    Like Suzanne’s Emporium facebook page https://www.facebook.com/SuzannesEmporium

5.)    Repost The picture above to your instagram or facebook and tag 3 of your friends. (including us)
6.) Use the hashtag #suzannebgiveaway (so we can easily check your entry)

Please remember to follow the instructions so that your entries are valid. We verify all entries to ensure we have a valid winner! 

Best of Luck to each of you and thank you again for dropping by!

Much Love,

Anne

Disclaimer: This blog post was sponsored by Suzanne's Emporium all content are my own and honest opinion about the product and how it worked on my skin.