7 Reasons Beauty Editors Are Obsessing Over This Korean CC Cream (And It's Under $20)

By Kara Simpson

Last Updated: Mar 13, 2025

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1. The "Smart Coverage" Technology Actually Covers Without Caking

I was SO skeptical at first (aren't we all after dozens of disappointments?), but this stuff contains pigments that:

Cover my age spots without looking like I'm wearing a mask
Somehow match my skin tone perfectly within seconds
Don't sink into my smile lines by lunchtime

It's the first time in years I've looked in the mirror at lunch and NOT been horrified!

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2. It Actually Smooths Fine Lines (No More Settling Into Creases!)

It stays smooth through presentations, lunch meetings, and even those boardroom stress moments.

The micro-filling technology literally turns fine lines into fine lies—and after 8 hours, my crow's feet still look soft-focus instead of highlighting every line.

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3. No More Shade-Matching Nightmares

My skin tone has gotten so uneven after 50, and it changes with the seasons. This CC cream actually adjusts to match your skin, so I'm not constantly mixing foundations or looking like I'm wearing the wrong color. Game-changer!

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4. Built-In SPF 25 Protection Without That Chalky White Cast

This CC cream gives you mineral sun protection—without the ghostly white cast. Plus, it shields your skin from UV damage to help stop new age spots before they start.

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5. It Actually Makes My Dry Skin Look Dewy Again

My skin got so dry after menopause that foundation just sat on top looking cakey.

This cream has hyaluronic acid that makes my skin look hydrated and fresh again.

Hyaluronic acid & glycerin lock in moisture.
No dryness or cakey look—just fresh, radiant skin.
Visibly plumps & brightens for a youthful glow.

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6. My Bare Skin Looks Better Now Too

I never thought I'd say this, but my skin without makeup looks better after wearing this CC cream for a month. Something about the ingredients is actually improving my skin's texture over time. I'm starting to have "good skin days" at 54!