BB Creams?

[runforrest]

Are they worth it? If so, any recommendations?

FWIW, I have pretty sensitive skin, but it tends to be quasi-dry througout the year.

Thanks in advance!

[NachoProblem]

I love my Dr. Jart (the one in the blue tube). Compared to other BB creams, I think it's less rich, it didn't feel as greasy as some others that I tried at Sephora. The coverage is decent, it wears well all day, and I think I can notice improvements in my complexion. But maybe that's just wishful thinking? I like it because it reduces the number of steps in my morning routine and it feels like I'm not really wearing makeup.

I can't comment on how it is for sensitive skin, since that's not really a problem I have.

[runforrest]

Thanks Nacho! So do you wear it in place of foundation, or is it more of a moisturizer/primer?

[NachoProblem]

I'm not sure if this is how everyone does it... but after my shower, I will use my normal day eye cream, concealer under my eyes and on any blemishes, and then use my BB cream as a moisturizer/foundation combo. Then finish my makeup as normal (blush, eyeshadow, liner, mascara, etc). I don't need a lot of coverage, so I've been using it in place of foundation. If you're looking for more coverage, however, I would probably use a finishing powder instead of a liquid foundation.

[runforrest]

Thanks! I am looking for light coverage - my skin is okay, but a bit uneven so I just want something lightweight that will even out my tone.

[peach]

I actually like the Garnier one. I use it instead of foundation, which I have never done - I always wear full coverage foundation but this stuff makes my skin look great! I finish with loose powder and some days, a dab of foundation around my nose and cheeks where I have redness.

It has a citrus scent I like, but some may not like it. It is light and non greasy for me, but I have dry skin. Definitely makes my face glowy, so if you have oily skin it may be too much shine.

[mortomo]

I have tried Smashbox and Garnier. I like the Garnier and didn't really like the Smashbox one. I've recently started using Maracuja oil as my moisturizer and since I've been doing that, the Smashbox one has been going on very nicely. I now like it better than the Garnier. Still like Garnier, but I like the higher spf in the Smashbox.

I use it as my foundation and it looks a lot more natural.

[pixy0stix]

I also like Garnier. It's non-greasy and provides light coverage.

[runforrest]

Thanks ladies! I'll definitely look into these.

[runforrest]

Thanks carrots - I went to Clinique yesterday and they were out of their BB Cream. I use their acne facewash/toner/moisturizer and Even Better foundation and my skin seems to agree with it, so I wanted to try the BB cream as well.

Hopefully it is back in stock soon.

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I love my Clinique BB. It's a HG product for me now. It provides medium coverage and I no longer use foundation, it has spf 30, and all kinds of skin healthy anti-aging ingredients like antioxidants. It can go on feeling a bit dry, so I apply it over a very small amount of a Vitamin C serum. You can also apply it on slightly damp skin.