In the last Kirsten and co beauty help desk video – you missed it? Don’t worry, you can watch it here – I asked for your questions.
There were so many great questions asked and I will answer them in another series of help desk videos. Just as soon as I get over this epic head cold that is refusing to budge!
In the meantime, let’s talk BB creams. Because Sandra and I’m sure your good self also, would love to know the following:
Ok, so a couple of things before we get stuck into the whole BB cream discussion.
Firstly, collapsing eye lids are definitely a thing. I have them and I’m convinced they’re hereditary. They can be fixed by
- surgery – no thank you. Too scared of needles, stitches and a face that might end up looking like a cat for that.
- Botox – please see option 1. Although if they offered me some sort of hardcore laughing gas situation, I might consider it.
- being young – if that’s you, appreciate your youthful eyelids while you have them. One day you will wake up, look in the mirror and say out loud ‘WTAF is happening here. This is a completely unacceptable situation. Since when did 44 become the new 97?’ before wondering where you left your box of tablets.
- wearing sunglasses a lot – my solution of choice.
But back to the BB creams.
Let’s discuss BB creams. What are they?
BB creams are basically a tinted moisteriser with benefits. The BB stands for Beauty Balm or Blemish Balm, depending on what marketing you read.
There are a huge variety of BB creams on the market, all promising to deliver the anti-aging, hydration, SPF goods.
I’ve tried a few over the years and think they’re the ideal product for those who
- are time poor/can’t be bothered with the whole full on foundation thing
- don’t wear a lot of makeup and prefer a light coverage
- those who are blessed with great skin and don’t need anything other than light coverage
how do I apply a BB cream?
You could get all fancy and use a brush or a sponge, but it’s not really necessary.
Just apply to clean skin with your fingers and you’re good to go.
do I need powder over the top?
It depends. Personally I do a very light dust of powder over the top, but I’m a bit high maintenance like that.
You can definitely leave the BB cream powder free. It’s a personal choice.
what brands do you recommend?
Rimmel Radiance BB Cream $13.95 – I haven’t tried this one, but I’ve heard good things about it. And it’s quite often on sale which is a very good thing.
Garnier BB Cream Nude Effect Universal Shade $15.99 – I bought this one a couple of weeks ago. It claims to match with every skin tone, which intrigued me. It’s white when you apply it and changes colour as it absorbs into the skin. A good option for those of us who find it tricky to choose the right shade of BB cream.
Clarins BB Skin Perfecting Cream $50 – Clarins do beautiful treat yourself products and this one is no exception. They also do superior gifts with purchase offers, which technically means the extra dollars spent is really a saving. The logic is in their somewhere ๐
Jane Iredale Full Coverage Mineral BB Cream $59 – I use this one everyday. As the name suggests, it’s a full coverage cream. It’s definitely more of a foundation than a traditional BB cream. Don’t be too freaked out by the price. A little goes a very long way!
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