If you haven’t incorporated either a BB or CC cream into your makeup routine, then you’ve been missing out. These creams have come a long way since their inception.
But what the heck are they and why should you care? Here’s the savvy…
WHAT IS A BB CREAM?
BB is a foundation alternative that offers light coverage while being kind to the skin. BB can stand for a few things, like blemish balm, beauty balm, blemish base.
WHAT IS A CC CREAM?
CC creams color correct, are self-priming, offer buildable coverage, have additional skincare benefits, and much of the time contain an SPF.
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L’oreal Studio Secrets Magic Skin Beautifier BB Cream
A multi-tasking magic BB cream with 4 beautifying actions to neutralize, correct, hydrate and perfect your skin for the day. Also infused with Vitamin C and E. This is our favorite affordable BB cream.
IT Cosmetics CC+ Illuminating cream SPF 50
This is our Editor-in-Chiefs favorite CC cream. She loves that it gives coverage without feeling like you have anything on your face. It also contains beneficial skincare ingredients like collagen, peptides and niacin..
Clinique Age Defense BB Cream SPF 30
A powerful balm to perfect the appearance of skin. This gives skin just about everything it needs from SPF protection, antioxidants for prevention and just enough coverage to banish imperfections.
Supergoop CC Cream SPF 50
This CC cream is 100% mineral based which is so good for your skin especially with added sunblock. It covers imperfections yet lightweight enough to deliver instant luminosity.
Hey Honey CC Cream
This a great lightweight CC cream for acne prone skin types. It won’t dry out your skin or irritate current breakouts. It works almost like a light serum and moisturizer and providing medium coverage.
Purlisse Ageless Glow BB Cream SPF 40
This serum infused BB Cream is formulated with Bakuchiol, Algae Collagen and Vitamin C to reverse signs of aging instantly and improve the overall health of your skin over time.
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