We compared the new It Cosmetics foundation to its original CC cream, here's what we thought

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As a beauty journalist, I’ve tried many, many foundations, from eye-watering expensive formulas to brilliant budget buys.

I’m a fussy reviewer too, as I’ve always had hormonal acne on my chin, an oily, blackhead-prone T-zone and dry cheeks.  

When on the hunt for the perfect base product, I look for something that will cover blemishes without looking cakey. I don’t want it to weigh down my skin or make breakouts worse, and most importantly, I want it to last all day.

For years as a teenager and young adult, once I’d switched from religiously slathering on Maybelline’s dream matte mouse, I always gravitated towards the full coverage, 24-hour wear matte formulas that were thick and heavy.

That was until I tried the IT Cosmetics your skin but better CC+ cream original SPF 50+, a cult favourite among fellow beauty writers.

Typically I always steered away from any product claiming to give a dewy finish, as when you’re oily, the last thing you want is even more shine, so I approached the lightweight texture with some scepticism and emerged with a new hero product.

Having had a permanent position in my make-up bag since 2017, when I saw the brand was launching a new foundation, I had to put it to the test. Putting them side by side, I’ve compared the two to see if the brand’s latest offering is worth switching to, or whether it’s best to stick to my all-time favourite CC cream.

Testing them on staying power, ease of application, finish, texture, buildability and shade range, this is my honest review.

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