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Editors' Picks: The Best BB CreamsBB cream is currently the darling of the beauty world, combining makeup with skin care benefits. But which BB cream is worth trying? Read on |
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BB stands for "Beauty Balm" or "Blemish Balm" depending on the formula, and they're basically tinted moisturizers with skin care ingredients and SPF built in.
Although everyone from salespeople to journalists is touting them as all-in-one miracle creams, we wouldn't go that far. "It's marketing," says Washington D.C.-based dermatologist Elizabeth Tanzi. "There's nothing magical about a BB cream — but if you're looking for a new tinted moisturizer, why not try one of these?" So that's exactly how we're categorizing them: tinted moisturizers — with benefits.
Find out which best BB creams are our favorites now.
We tried all of the options to decide on our personal favorites. And along the way, a few Total Beauty editors decided that BB creams aren't for them. Some didn't like the texture, which is similar to primer, and others weren't thrilled with the coverage. (They're sticking with their full-on foundations.) The rest of us, however, chose our top picks — and our reasons have nothing to do with the hype.
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I've been loving the Dr Jart myself- perfect for my super fair skin.
by BeautyPirate Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at 12:07PM Report as inappropriate
If you like Dr. Jart+, consider the Black Label BB cream. The Premium BB was breaking down around my nose about midday, and the Black Label was recommended and it's just divine. If you have combo/oil/acne-prone skin - give it a try! Don't be scared off by the one shade or the price - the shade blends into even the palest of skin (this was recommened to me by a pale redhead), and it is so much more than a "tinted moisturizer"!
by elamb13 Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at 02:50PM Report as inappropriate
I can't believe how expensive these are. Not only do the Korean brands offer more coverage (these American BB Creams just seem like glorified tinted moisturizers), they're also half the price.
by LindaDD Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 03:33PM Report as inappropriate
Love this advice
by Mollysunshine Thursday, May 2, 2013 at 03:14AM Report as inappropriate
BB creams fill a need for just a little more than a bare face, but I would like to see more shades, most are too dark for me. But summer is coming!
by cmarie Monday, April 29, 2013 at 08:24AM Report as inappropriate
I love Dr. Jart + Premium BB cream! It has the most protection I've seen so far and it s very good at evening skin tone and adding moisture.
by HeathRene Thursday, April 25, 2013 at 10:19AM Report as inappropriate
I haven't had a lot of luck with BB creams--either the texture of the color is wrong. These are tremendous suggestions; thanks for listing the "star quality" of each.
by GigiSD Monday, April 22, 2013 at 05:24AM Report as inappropriate
if you want more coverage with your BB cream then mix it with some mineral foundation.
by storrevillas Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at 06:01AM Report as inappropriate
i use the clinique BB cream
by AstridB Thursday, March 14, 2013 at 05:20AM Report as inappropriate
I like this because it told you what bb cream to buy for a specific problem. Just didn't agree with some of there recommended choices
by Kbhaber Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at 06:45AM Report as inappropriate