I figured I would start with a drugstore brand BB Cream to get the ball rolling; this was also a highly requested brand :-) Enjoy!
- What It Is: A self-proclaimed, multi-beneficial "Miracle Skin Perfecter" and Skin Tone Evener in a tinted moisturizer formula.
- What It's For: Uneven skin, blotchy skin, discolored skin, dark spotted skin, redness, dry skin, and dull skin.
*"Instantly: Skin looks naturally more even, radiant and smooth.
After just one use:
90% had a more even complexion,
93% saw a more healthy glow,
96% saw smoother skin."
*From http://www.garnierusa.com/_en/_us/our_products/product.aspx?tpcode=OUR_PRODUCTS^PRD_SKINCARE^SKIN_RENEW^SKIN_RENEW_DISCOVER^SKIN_RENEW_RTN1&prdcode=P19001
My Experience:
I have been using Garnier BB Cream for 4 days now and I can't say that I hate it! I am actually extremely surprised at how close to Clinique's BB Cream it is - now Garnier comes in 2 different "shades" *Light/Medium* and "Medium/Deep*.
It can certainly appear to be a glorified tinted moisturizer to be honest, however I noticed that the coverage is different (to me). On my oily skin, tinted moisturizers tend to become patchy and dilute my skin tone which Garnier BB Cream (I use Light/Medium) actually does even my skin out a bit. It is not overly saturating and my skin feel wonderful after I remove it.
I have tried it with primer twice and then twice without - I felt that I had better coverage and an overall better result sans primer.
I feel as though the added AOXs (antioxidants) replenish my skin throughout the day and aid in its' healthful glow. It DOES have SPF in it (which I like this time of year), but be warned that this IS NOT the best product to wear at night/in photos.
How I Apply It
I used my fingertips the first day and was incredibly unhappy - but then again I NEVER use my fingertips for product application unless its moisturizer without color or tint. I actually really liked the application that a Real Techniques Duo Fibre Stippling Brush gave (Real Techniques by Samantha Chapman of PIXIWOO).
I don't need to set it with a power, although you certainly can. I find that it does well all on its own. Its light, sheer coverage gives the right amount of tint coupled with the right amount of AOXs gives my skin a supple feel for hours and blends well to give the illusion of finely evened skin.
Does It REALLY Hide Redness?
I actually find that it doesn't do a bad job at covering my slight redness in my cheeks and nose.
Does It Cover DISCOLORATION?
Not so great at covering the bluish pigmentation underneath my eyes - I STILL need concealer.
*** BB CREAM BREAKDOWN ***
Negative Points
- Only comes in 2 "shades"
- Does NOT cover discoloration as well as it claims.
- I feel that it makes MANY claims that simply won't satisfy the majority.
- Makes a claim that your skin will appear "airbrushed" - I have yet to see this.
- THIS particular brand doesn't fare well underneath foundation.
Plus Points
- The Light/Medium Shade is a nice, neutral shade with little yellow or red to manipulate.
- Brightens skin.
- Conceals SLIGHT redness.
- Has AOX
- Non-Comedogenic
- Isn't Greasy
- Dermatologist Tested
Overall Rating (1-5)
4
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