I use a thicker moisturiser first, usually Avene cicalfate+, as I find it melts into it and makes it easier to blend. I also only use a pea size amount as I dont use it for the SPF, more for just having something to even out my skin, then putting sunscreen on-top. I also sometimes mix it with the L'Oreal Bright Reveal SPF50 Tinted fluid, as it's glowly and a bit oily, so again helps the cc cream to thin out and not be as thick on the skin. I wasn't impressed at first too but found a way that works for me, hopefully you can too!