Marcelle CC Cream Complete Correction Tinted Cream SPF 35, Golden Glow, 1 Fluid Ounce
Works for
1 of 3 advertised claims delivered
Sun protectionSPF 35 · 3 UV filters · Partial spectrumWeak protection
This product does not offer good protection against UVA rays.
Anti-aging1 ingredient credited for this claimModerate support
“Packed with benefits, this one-of-a-kind CC cream really does it all corrects imperfections such as sun spots, evens out the skin tone and texture, controls shine, minimizes fine lines and wrinkles, improves skin elasticity and protects skin from environmental stressors.”
This product contains camellia oleifera leaf extract. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging. The biggest anti-aging effect in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing early signs of skin aging. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).
Evens skin tone1 ingredient credited for this claimLimited support
“Packed with benefits, this one-of-a-kind CC cream really does it all corrects imperfections such as sun spots, evens out the skin tone and texture, controls shine, minimizes fine lines and wrinkles, improves skin elasticity and protects skin from environmental stressors.”
This product contains ingredients () that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
The biggest effect for evening out skin tone in this product comes from sun protection. Sun damage is the main factor causing age spots, darkening of post-acne marks and other discolorations. This is why sun protection is the best strategy for maintaining an even skin tone. We, however, do not recommend using this product as a sunscreen because the protection it offers is not strong enough).
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product contains antioxidants (camellia oleifera leaf extract) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · 19 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
anhydroxylitol, biosaccharide gum-1.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: isopropyl myristate, cyclopentasiloxane.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Benzophenone-3, Diazolidinyl urea + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate7.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateBenzophenone-33%
- Irritation risk
- High
Same as oxybenzone. Protects in the UVB and short UVA range. In small concentrations, used to stabilize product formulation. Can be irritating. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can penetrate the skin and get absorbed into bloodstream faster than other popular filters available in the US. The study that produced this finding did not address any potential health effects of the absorption
More about Benzophenone-3Water~45–55%
Caprylyl methicone~4.5–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
More about Caprylyl methiconeCyclopentasiloxane~5.1–6.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneGlycerin~3.8–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinTitanium dioxide~3.9–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideMica~2.5–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaPeg-12 dimethicone/ppg-20 crosspolymer~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-12 dimethicone/ppg-20 crosspolymerButylene glycol~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolPolymethylsilsesquioxane~1.3–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that improves product texture and helps dissolve other ingredients. Can form a non-greasy film on the skin to prevent moisture loss
More about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneCetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together. Can help to soften upper layer of the skin
More about Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethiconePolyglyceryl-4 isostearate~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-4 isostearateHexyl laurate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Hexyl laurateIsopropyl myristate~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient that helps soften the skin. Could be comedogenic
More about Isopropyl myristateBis-peg/ppg-14/14 dimethicone~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Bis-peg/ppg-14/14 dimethiconeXylitylglucoside~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitylglucosideHdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a silky product texture and add volume to products
More about Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymerDisteardimonium hectorite~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoriteIron oxides~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesAnhydroxylitol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function
More about AnhydroxylitolCyclohexasiloxane~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneAluminum starch octenylsuccinate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Aluminum starch octenylsuccinateSodium chloride~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideDimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerPropylene glycol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolAloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceSucrose dilaurate~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sucrose dilaurateXylitol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolDiazolidinyl urea~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Works by releasing formaldehyde. Can be irritating
More about Diazolidinyl ureaSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Hydrolyzed prunus domestica~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed prunus domesticaPropylene carbonate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture
More about Propylene carbonatePotassium sorbate~0.35–0.6%
Cichorium intybus root extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glucose~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucosePhenoxyethanol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolysorbate 20~0.25–0.45%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateBiosaccharide gum-1~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Triethoxycaprylylsilane~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
More about TriethoxycaprylylsilanePisum sativum extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in protecting skin collagen and elastin from breaking down but solid research is lacking
More about Pisum sativum extractChamomilla recutita flower/leaf extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Camellia oleifera leaf extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation, even though it is not usually used in sufficient concentration in cosmetics
More about Camellia oleifera leaf extractIsoceteth-10~0.25–0.45%
Caprylyl glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolHydrolyzed wheat protein~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to gluten
More about Hydrolyzed wheat proteinP-anisic acid~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps preserve products. Can mask unpleasant smell. Could be irritating
More about P-anisic acidEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.25%
Sorbic acid~0.15–0.25%
Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate~0.01–0.02%
Citric acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidColloidal gold~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Benzophenone-3, Water, Caprylyl methicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Titanium dioxide, Mica, Peg-12 dimethicone/ppg-20 crosspolymer, Butylene glycol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Cetyl peg/ppg-10/1 dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-4 isostearate, Hexyl laurate, Isopropyl myristate, Bis-peg/ppg-14/14 dimethicone, Xylitylglucoside, Hdi/trimethylol hexyllactone crosspolymer, Disteardimonium hectorite, Iron oxides, Anhydroxylitol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Aluminum starch octenylsuccinate, Sodium chloride, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Propylene glycol, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Sucrose dilaurate, Xylitol, Diazolidinyl urea, Sodium benzoate, Hydrolyzed prunus domestica, Propylene carbonate, Potassium sorbate, Cichorium intybus root extract, Glucose, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 20, Tocopheryl acetate, Biosaccharide gum-1, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Pisum sativum extract, Chamomilla recutita flower/leaf extract, Camellia oleifera leaf extract, Isoceteth-10, Caprylyl glycol, Hydrolyzed wheat protein, P-anisic acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sorbic acid, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, Citric acid, Colloidal gold
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| MarcelleCC Cream Complete Correction Tinted Cream SPF 35, Golden Glow, 1 Fluid OunceYOUR PRODUCT | Laura MercierFlawless Lumiere Radiance-Perfecting Cushion SPF 50 | RodialVit C SPF 30 Moisturizer Brighten and Renew | NIP+FABNourishing SPF30 Moisturiser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 58% | 58% | 57% |
| Price | $56.40 | — | $95.00+$38.60 | $39.94−$16.46 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 11 | 7 of 11 | 5 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Avobenzone |
| Irritancy | High | Low | High | Low |
| SPF | SPF 35 | SPF 50 | SPF 30 | SPF 30 |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
We do not recommend "Marcelle - CC Cream Complete Correction Tinted Cream SPF 35, Golden Glow, 1 Fluid Ounce" because it does not provide good UVA protection. UVA sun rays don't burn the skin, but they still lead to photoaging and hyperpigmentation.
It also works as a moisturizer, so you do not have to use an additional hydrating product.
Sunscreen filters
This is a "mixed" sunscreen in the sense that it uses both mineral and organic (so-called "chemical") sun filters. The organic filters in the product are: oxybenzone and octinoxate. As for the mineral filters, this sunscreen uses titanium dioxide.
Irritation risk
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Marcelle" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
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- 3On Photostability of Oxybenzonecore.ac.uk
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- 6Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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