As s newbie in makeup, BB cream is really a big question mark. I don't even know what it is or what it's for although I've seen a lot of raves about it online. Well, BB Cream stands for Blemish Balm. It provides light coverage (useful for hiding minor flaws) similar to foundation but it usually has moisturizing properties and sunscreen protection as well. Most makeup gurus describe BB creams as TINTED MOISTURIZER.
My first and only BB cream I'm using is the MAYBELLINE CLEAR SMOOTH MINERALS. I bought this because I really get intrigued why lot of people especially Asians are addicted to this. There are two variants of this BB cream, the other one is the regular CLEAR SMOOTH BB cream. I chose the mineral one because a lot of people was telling me that I should use mineral makeup because I have a very sensitive skin.
Maybelline Clear Smooth BB Cream is an all-in-one product. It's a moisturizer, sunblock, and a light liquid foundation. It contains 8 healthy minerals for 8 healthy skin results, giving you flawless skin in an instant!
Moisturizes like skin care: Oil-free formula keeps skin hydrated for up to 24 hours
Protects like sunblock: SPF 26/PA+++ protects against harmful UVA and UVB rays
Covers like a foundation: Hides flaws and imperfections without feeling heavy on the skin.
Protects like sunblock: SPF 26/PA+++ protects against harmful UVA and UVB rays
Covers like a foundation: Hides flaws and imperfections without feeling heavy on the skin.
Maybelline Clear Smooth BB Cream is dermatologist tested and suitable even for sensitive skin.
PROS
- pacakging is nice
- very affordable (compared to other BB creams)
- it's mineral, so it really suits my skin type
- the shade is just right for me (i have fair skin tone) of course it depends on what skin tone you have
- it doesn't break me out nor clog my pores
- the finish is smooth (though I get oily skin after 4-5 hours; just top it with good powder to set it and the result is so nice)
- available at all leading department stores (easy to find)
- it gives a brightening effect and glow in my face after I apply it
- it doesn't feel heavy
- you may really get an oily and shiny face after few hours but don't worry just use an oil control film then re-apply your powder
REPURCHASE? Yes! Since, maybelline is on sale, i'll definitely be getting another one!
AVAILABLE AT: all leading department and drugstores nationwide for only 249.00 (18ml)
