To hide signs of fatigue and minor defects, girls are increasingly choosing BB creams. They can be seen on store shelves in large quantities. The Blemish Balm product perfectly moisturizes the skin and protects it from drying out. It neutralizes the effects of UV rays and prevents aging. Let's find out which BB creams are especially popular among customers, what are their advantages and disadvantages.
How to choose BB cream
When choosing an explosive agent, you must be guided by the following rules:
- It is important to find the shade as much as possible matching tone own skin. Therefore, we recommend purchasing several samples of different shades.
- For young ladies with normal to dry skin, a universal BB cream or concealer with active moisturizing is suitable.
- For problematic and oily derma, it is better to buy a cream with a mattifying effect and natural ingredients in the composition.
- For aging skin, special anti-aging lines with collagen are produced. They perfectly disguise wrinkles and slow down the aging process.
- You should avoid creams with silicones, perfumes and mineral oils. It is better if the composition contains plant components, adenosine, hyaluronic acid, arbutin.
Usually the corrector is available in the following color options:
- pink hides age spots well;
- greenish masks redness;
- beige is suitable for dark-skinned beauties;
- yellow hides dark circles under the eyes.
Korean manufacturers are recognized as the best brands for producing BB creams. Make sure that it is not a fake and check the information about the company. You shouldn’t chase insanely expensive correctors, or choose cosmetics at a very low price.
Before moving on to the rating, let's find out what is better BB or CC creams:
+ Well nourishes and moisturizes
+ perfectly tones the skin
+ suitable for regular use
— Not for all dermis types
- dense texture not suitable for oily skin
+ Suitable for all skin types
+ contains useful substances
+ masks imperfections and provides easy care
— Weak therapeutic effect
Rating of the best BB creams
Nomination | place | Name of product | price |
The best budget BB creams | 1 | GARNIER "The Secret of Perfection" | 390 ₽ |
2 | BB cream Belita-Vitex | 150 ₽ | |
3 | Deoproce White Flower BB Cream | 320 ₽ | |
4 | Holika Holika Petit BB Cream Clearing SPF30 | 500 ₽ | |
5 | Black pearl Self-rejuvenation | 290 ₽ | |
The best BB creams in the mid-price segment | 1 | Agamemnon 24K Gold BB Cream | 1 400 ₽ |
2 | Erborian5 in 1, ginseng | 1 310 ₽ | |
3 | Perfect Cover by Missha | 1 480 ₽ | |
4 | La Roche-Posay Hydreane | 1 250 ₽ | |
The best BB creams in the premium segment | 1 | BB CREAM 5B1 SPF20 DIEGO DALLA PALMA BB CREAM COLOR | 4 800 ₽ |
2 | DECLARE Hydro Balance | 2 785 ₽ | |
3 | Idealia BB Vichy | 2 100 ₽ |
The best budget BB creams
The first category includes creams whose price tag does not exceed 500 rubles.
GARNIER "The Secret of Perfection"
An excellent choice for dry skin would be the French cream from Garnier with a soft, creamy texture. It is easy to apply and quickly absorbed. This leaves no greasy fingerprints. The corrector covers minor imperfections well and moisturizes the skin layers. The product is available in two versions - light beige and natural. It is ideal for ladies with fair skin.
Girls use it as a base for make-up, and apply a layer of powder on top. Some ladies use BB cream as a stand-alone product to smooth the surface of the dermis. There are no preservatives or parabens in the composition. A pleasant citrus aroma pleases. Price – about 400 rubles.
Advantages
- meets expectations;
- without harmful substances;
- subtle citrus aroma;
- resulting in moisturized, velvety skin;
- versatility.
Flaws
BB cream Belita-Vitex
Belarusian cosmetics are in great demand among Russian buyers. It is chosen for its environmentally friendly safety, large assortment and reasonable prices. Belita cream is an excellent example of how to purchase a quality product for little money.
The corrector is available in two shades - light tan and natural color. The composition is perfectly distributed and does not leave yellow streaks. It does not clog holes and allows the skin to breathe. The cream does not stain the collar of clothes and is suitable for daily make-up. The composition meets the requirements of GOST. Price – 150 rubles.
Advantages
- does not clog pores;
- noticeable smoothing of the skin;
- giving freshness and radiance;
- economical consumption;
- light pleasant texture.
Flaws
- There are few plant components in the composition.
Deoproce White Flower BB Cream
The next place in the ranking belongs to Korean natural-based cosmetics. The cream formula contains extracts of white flowers and titanium dioxide. These substances guarantee a whitening effect and give the skin a nude tint. The product helps fight inflammation, soothes and deeply nourishes.
BB cream has protection against the negative effects of UV rays (SPF 35). It will suit all girls regardless of skin type. Very young ladies should not use it. According to reviews, the composition does not leave any unpleasant sensations and easily masks imperfections. Price – 300-350 rubles.
Advantages
- covers dark circles well;
- adapts to the natural tone of the face;
- protects skin from the sun;
- pleasant fruity aroma;
- for all skin types.
Flaws
- flows if applied in a thick layer;
- rolls down on the eyelids.
Holika Holika Petit BB Cream Clearing SPF30
Next in the ranking is a Korean product, praised by many bloggers. This is a foundation that is ideal for problematic dermis. It contains tea tree extract and inhibits the growth of pathogenic microorganisms, regulates the secretion of sebum. The powdery ingredient mattifies the surface and gives it coolness.
The composition adapts well to the skin tone and covers redness perfectly. Dark circles under the eyes are difficult to disguise, but the matte finish lasts up to 6-8 hours. There is information that the skin openings become heavily clogged with cream, and special products have to be used to clean them. The product costs about 500 rubles.
Advantages
- unobtrusive aroma;
- good durability;
- beautiful matte finish;
- suitable for oily skin and during the summer season;
- high SPF.
Flaws
- severely clogs pores.
- will not help with dark circles under the eyes.
Black pearl Self-rejuvenation
Next in the ranking is an anti-aging corrector from the Russian brand “Black Pearl”. It is aimed at women over 46 years old. Regular use of the product allows you to slow down the rate of tissue aging and starts the process of cellular production. The cream is effective as a masking agent. It has a dense texture and forms a smooth layer on the surface that carefully hides wrinkles and sagging.
Buyers note the large volume of the tube, which lasts for a long period. They apply the composition not only to the face, but also to the neck. Most product reviews are positive. Price – 290 rubles.
Advantages
- provides an even skin tone;
- slow consumption;
- not felt on the face;
- light texture;
- gives a natural glow;
- hides defects well.
Flaws
- powerless against deep wrinkles;
- not high durability.
The best BB creams in the mid-price segment
For this nomination, we have selected several high-quality products at prices ranging from 500 to 2000 rubles.
Agamemnon 24K Gold BB Cream
And again, a Korean-made product is in the ranking. The anti-aging product allows you to always look flawless. It actively masks imperfections and evens out tone. The main components include extracts of centella asiatica, tomato, licorice, mulberry, 24-karat gold, chamomile, bergamot, mint and lavender.
Judging by the reviews, the composition lasts well for 10-12 hours. The skin is reliably protected from the sun thanks to the presence of an SPF 50 filter. The cream is available in two versions - light beige and natural. Price – 1400 rubles.
Advantages
- light texture;
- unique composition;
- adapts to complexion;
- facial radiance;
- many approving opinions of buyers and experts.
Flaws
Erborian 5 in 1, ginseng
Erborian products are known for their innovative technologies that allow them to create high quality products. The exclusive BB cream with ginseng extract became a bestseller and won many awards in the beauty industry. The product perfectly adapts to any skin color, making it softer and fresher.
The corrector is not felt on the face and gives a lasting result for the whole day. The dermis is moisturized for half a day. Buyers praise the product for its perfect matte finish and weightless coverage. 15 ml of product costs 1300 rubles.
Advantages
- lasting effect;
- soft and delicate skin as a result;
- presence of plant extract in the composition;
- many positive reviews;
- light texture.
Flaws
- There are no serious disadvantages.
Missha Perfect Cover
The Korean product features a high sun protection filter (SPF 42), which will reliably protect your face from ultraviolet radiation. Asians value white skin, so they made the product in accordance with recognized concepts of beauty. This is ideal for the summer. The balm is packaged in tubes of 50 and 25 ml. The bottles have a convenient dispenser, which allows you to use the corrector economically.
Customers are delighted with the wide range of shades. There are 6 colors in the collection, allowing you to please most women with different appearances. For the cream, which has received many awards from experts, you will have to pay 1,480 rubles.
Advantages
- Ease of use;
- 6 shades in the collection;
- super sun protection;
- covers small spots well;
- does not clog pores;
- persistent.
Flaws
La Roche-Posay Hydreane
The next participant in the rating is a French company that produces exclusive products based on thermal water from the purest sources. The collection of correctors is hypoallergenic and comes in two color options. The line includes light and beige tones. The formula includes passion fruit, shea butter and maize oils. In addition, it contains alcohol and silicone.
Judging by the reviews, the cream is perfect for combination skin and is easy to apply with a sponge or with your fingers. Do not apply many layers, otherwise you may get a sticky feeling. Price – 1250 rubles.
Advantages
- fresh, rested complexion;
- excellent durability;
- makes blackheads less noticeable;
- Evens out the tone well.
Flaws
- the presence of harmful substances in the composition.
The best BB creams in the premium segment
To make an expensive tube of exclusive cream worth its cost, check out the best concealers with a budget of more than 2,000 rubles.
BB CREAM 5B1 SPF20 DIEGO DALLA PALMA BB CREAM COLOR
A multifunctional product with a light tonal effect provides protection, care and hydration. Diamond dust gives the skin an exquisite shimmer and masks aesthetic defects. A cream with a patented formula provides protection against photoaging and restores tone.
The balm contains UV filters, linseed and cotton oils, string extract, pomegranate, and hyaluronic acid. Buyers are delighted with the product of the Italian brand and speak only favorably of it. The product costs 4800 rubles.
Advantages
- useful active ingredients;
- patented formula;
- moisturizes, cares and protects;
- Gives an exquisite shine.
Flaws
- high cost.
Hydro Balance Declare BB cream
For young skin, a BB cream that combines caring and tonal properties is suitable. It is recommended for oily, normal and combination skin. The composition is developed in special laboratories. It is aimed at activating skin protection, strengthening it from the inside, and reducing sensitivity to irritants.
The active ingredients of the product are red algae extract and sunflower oil. Judging by the reviews, the corrector neutralizes pathological processes, reliably masking acne and redness. Price – 2785 rubles.
Advantages
- SPF 30;
- perfectly moisturizes;
- very economical;
- universal (suitable as a base).
Flaws
- gives an unnatural shine;
- Not everyone can afford it.
Vichy Idealia BB
The rating is completed by a BB cream from a French manufacturer for dry skin. The product has proven to be an excellent caring corrector that can hide skin imperfections. It will be appreciated by girls who suffer from flaking and tightness. The thermal water included in the product provides the necessary nourishment to the tissues and refreshes the dermis, restoring tone and freshness.
It is recommended to test the shade on your skin before purchasing a full tube. Sometimes a carrot color appears on the skin. The thick consistency requires proper shading. The composition is suitable for daily use and does not cause an allergic reaction. Price – 2100 rubles.
Women and girls take care of their appearance and flawless makeup every day. However, not everyone has free time for quality skin care. The situation can be simplified by multifunctional cosmetics, for example, BB cream (original name blemish balm cream).
What is BB cream
These are products that combine caring and decorative properties. The product combines:
- day cream for face care;
- Foundation;
- fillers that are responsible for health and beautiful appearance.
Products that care for oily skin can act in different ways:
- tighten pores;
- control the release of oil from the pores;
- remove oily shine;
- protect from the sun;
- smooth out wrinkles (age effect);
- bleach;
- reduce irritation;
- treat acne, wounds.
Simply put, BB cream (“bibik” in popular parlance) is both a foundation and a day cream for the face. It is used as a makeup base, daily care product or as a foundation.
Attention! Bibik has a light texture, so it does not completely hide rough skin imperfections.
Which BB cream to choose
Rare people can boast of normal skin type. Most girls and women have one problem or another. Often, facial skin is irritable or shiny (problem type). Very often the skin suffers in certain parts: on the nose, cheeks, forehead and chin (combination skin type). Therefore, many people have a question about how to choose the best BB cream for combination skin.
It is known that any skin type other than normal is problematic. Dry skin becomes irritated too quickly. Oily - quickly becomes clogged and is characterized by the appearance of acne. That is why BB creams for combination skin, which are suitable for both oily and dry skin, are the most popular.
BB cream is not as thick as foundation, so it is ideal for problem skin. It makes imperfections more invisible, soothes inflamed areas, tightens pores, and normalizes fat secretion. At the same time, it allows you to breathe and prevents contamination of pores from the external environment.
Attention! Bibik can adapt to the complexion - applied to the skin it lightens or darkens.
To choose the right tone, you need to try not on your hand, but on your neck or below your chin. Choose a color as close as possible to your complexion.
You definitely need to look at the consistency of the product and how it applies to the skin. It’s good if the manufacturer offers disposable samples. Having purchased them, make sure that the BB cream will stay on your face throughout the day, will not leave marks on clothes, and will not cause discomfort after removing makeup.
Also, before using any product, you need to carefully read the composition, make sure that it does not cause allergies, and consult a dermatologist.
Important! You should not “bet” on Korean BB cream for problem skin - it may not be suitable due to the peculiarity of the complexion of Koreans.
How to use the cream correctly
When choosing a BB cream for problem skin, you should understand the rules of use. The selected cream should be applied to skin that has been washed and cleansed with special products (tonic, micellar water). If pores are visible, then use a product to disguise them. Then, using your fingers, a sponge or a makeup brush, rub the creamy mass into the skin.
It is better to apply the cream with warm hands
When applied with your fingers, the beebik will melt from the warmth of your hands. This makes it easier to control the distribution of thick cream over the face. It will lie much smoother and more evenly. With this method of application, shine appears.
The sponge is ideal for oily skin; before use, moisten it with thermal water. It will gently spread the product, removing oily shine. In this case, it is necessary to control the pressure on the treated areas, not too much and apply even pressure on the sponge.
The makeup brush is convenient to use when the consistency is liquid. This makes it easier to distribute it evenly over the surface. You need to make sure that the strokes are the same and small. At the same time, the pressure on the skin is minimal.
The correct way to apply the cream is as follows:
- Using your fingers, leave a little (drop by drop) of cream on your forehead, nose, chin, and both cheeks.
- Decide on the application “tool” and then do everything with its help.
- Starting from the middle of the forehead, rub into the skin, moving towards the temples and down.
- On the nose, spread the mixture from the middle towards the cheeks.
- On the chin also from the middle.
- On the cheeks, rub in a direction parallel to the cheekbones, away from the nose and chin.
- Apply carefully around the eyes because the skin is very delicate. Move starting from the upper eyelid, around the eye, from the bridge of the nose.
- Carefully distribute the product at the joints of the zones so that they do not stand out.
Important! You need to follow the rules for removing makeup, otherwise the BB cream will clog your pores and cause harm, not good. Regular neglect of cleaning with special means will not lead to anything good.
Seasonal BB cream
The product for this season should be light, allow the skin to breathe, and protect from the sun. But, at the same time, remove excess oil, moisturize, and nourish.
Attention! Even a “Bibik” with a high sun protection factor (SPF) effect will not be able to protect against burns on the beach. It is worth using a sunscreen of at least SPF 30-35.
Also, it is better to choose high-quality cosmetics so that they do not fail during the heat and the makeup lasts in the heat until the evening.
Facial cosmetics must be of the highest quality
Using the same product in winter as in summer is not correct. You need to change it to another one, for skin that is an order of magnitude drier than the existing type. If your skin is oily, then it is suitable for problem skin types.
There should be a sun protection effect, but not more than SPF 10-15. Otherwise, little vitamin D will enter the body.
Important! After applying makeup, you can go outside only after 30-40 minutes. So that the cream is absorbed and dried, and also to protect your face from chapping.
The quality of the cream must be very good in order to withstand temperature changes between outdoor and indoor temperatures, moisture, and the touch of clothing.
Compatibility with other cosmetics
Women who often do makeup know that one product is not enough. It is necessary to complete the cosmetics so that they do not “conflict” and do not cause allergies. Most often, they focus on a separate series, the components of which are already balanced and safe when used together. Such products complement each other and consist of 3-6 products.
To ensure healthy looking skin, cream alone is not enough.
If you urgently need to mix products that have not been tested by cosmetologists, then it is advisable to check the effect not on the face. First you need to combine the necessary ingredients, and then treat a small area on the inside of your arm. Leave for 30-40 minutes, then rinse and watch the reaction.
You can combine BB cream with:
- day cream (for better nutrition and hydration);
- highlighter (for shine);
- lipstick (instead of blush, the color can be controlled depending on the amount of lipstick added);
- bronzer;
- BB cream of a different shade (getting a better matching tone);
- oil (to nourish dry skin);
- foundation (to saturate the tone);
- eye shadow (instead of eyeliner).
Important! When the two products are mixed correctly, they become a homogeneous mass. If lumps appear or the mixture curdles and releases liquid, something has gone wrong.
BB cream has simplified life for millions of women and girls. But when using it, you need to remember the dangers of violating the rules of cleaning and application. You need to keep in mind that a high product rating is not a guarantee that it will suit all “users.” Every woman should find her best BB cream.
One of the most comfortable foundations for the summer season, BB cream not only evens out the complexion, but also provides the skin with intense hydration. A good choice for dry, oily and even problematic skin.
- What is special about choosing a BB cream for the summer?
- Properties of BB cream
- Composition of funds
- Rating of BB creams suitable for summer
- How to choose BB cream
What is special about choosing a BB cream for the summer?
We have written more than once that BB creams are breaking popularity records. Let us just remind you that this product combines several important functions:
hides signs of fatigue and lack of sleep under the eyes;
serves as a good moisturizer;
mattifies skin areas with increased sebum secretion;
makes the skin surface even and smooth, without weighing it down;
gives the skin a radiance comparable to the “chok-chok” effect - this word was coined in South Korea to denote super-hydrated skin, shiny from excess moisture;
protects against ultraviolet radiation.
Properties of BB cream
Most BB creams contain sunscreen © Getty Image
The main task of such a cream becomes clear if you decipher the abbreviation BB - blemish balm, that is, a balm against imperfections. Thanks to pigments, BB cream reliably hides:
Plus evens out the complexion and provides hydration.
Most BB creams contain SPF 20-50.
Composition of funds
BB cream cares for the skin and disguises imperfections thanks to ingredients that serve our beauty both in winter and summer.
Mineral pigments even out complexion.
Vitamins E and C fight free radicals.
Hyaluronic acid is responsible for hydration and serves as a hydrofix.
Absorbents absorb excess sebum.
Plant extracts and oils nourish.
Sun filters prevent photoaging.
Regarding the last point, you need to understand one important thing: despite the presence of SPF, BB cream is not the best idea for the beach. In this case, it is better to give preference to a regular sunscreen.
Rating of BB creams suitable for summer
Moisturizer for perfect tone Aquasource BB Cream, Biotherm Works in two directions: intensively moisturizes and improves skin tone.
BB cream Actively Correcting & Beautifying BB Cream, SPF 50 PA+++, Kiehl’s quickly and effectively evens out skin tone, hides imperfections, and reduces the visibility of pores and age spots. Provides all-day hydration and very high UV protection.
BB cream for sensitive skin Hydreane, SPF 20, La Roche-Posay contains thermal water and mineral pigments that provide a natural, even and radiant complexion. Apply to cleansed face as a daily moisturizer or makeup primer, avoiding the eye area.
Corrective smoothing cream BB Clear Normaderm, Vichy
Salicylic acid and mineral pigments make the product suitable for problem skin. The cream controls oily shine while moisturizing the epidermis. Can be used alone or in combination with day care. For denser coverage and correction of imperfections, the cream can be layered. Avoid the area around the eyes.
BB cream for normal skin 5-in-1 Skin Naturals, SPF 15, Garnier allows you to solve 5 problems at once: even out the tone, give the skin radiance, increase hydration for 24 hours, hide imperfections and provide protection against photoaging.
How to choose BB cream
The main criterion when choosing a BB cream is your skin type. © Getty Images
The main rule when choosing a BB cream is to focus on your skin type, because modern products in this category, in addition to camouflaging pimples and hyperpigmentation, can correct other imperfections.
Oily and problematic skin
Since it is prone to excessive shine, your choice is a BB cream with a mattifying effect, without added oils (non-comedogenic guarantee). Ideally, with a formula based on salicylic acid and antioxidants. All together will help to cope with problems.
Dry and sensitive skin
If you have sensitive skin that begins to peel for any reason, pay attention to products that contain thermal water, hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and squalane. The presence of oils is also a plus. They will make your skin smooth and soft.
Normal skin
One can only envy those with normal skin - it seems that they are not afraid of any problems. When purchasing a cream, rely on moisturizing components, antioxidants, vitamins - they will help cope with minor defects.