BY | Liah Roxas Magundayao
If you’re into beauty products, I’m pretty sure you’ve heard of or might have already used BB cream. While others might think of it as the “Lazy woman’s foundation” , and while some of that might be partly true, What is BB cream and how is it different from a regular Foundation?
BB Cream, Beauty Balm or Blemish Balm , only became popular in South Korea in the 1980s, eventually made it’s way as a trend in the East and became a lot more popular all the way through the West only in 2011. But did you know that BB Cream was actually invented by Christine Schrammek way back in the 60s in Germany? The Dermatologist formulated the BB Cream targeting to protect the layer of the skin as for it not to be exposed directly to the sun, heat and dirt after her client’s Facial peels and surgery.
What’s interesting about BB Creams is that they are part makeup and part skin care. Yup! BB Creams are formulated with SPF, which is our ultimate weapon to fight against early signs of aging and skin damage. Bb Creams also contain Hyaluronic Acid, Minerals, Zinc, Vitamins and Antioxidants which leaves your skin moisturized, and brightens the skin upon application.
BB Creams, in comparison to Foundation, the biggest difference that there is, would be the Coverage. Liquid foundations are intended to cover the skin, conceal unwanted spots and can be heavy and sometimes cakey too. Bb Creams, on the other hand offers a Sheer, yet buildable coverage which go on your skin lighter and more natural. Plus, using it gives your skin the benefits of skin care at once! It’s a go to Multi tasking beauty product.
If you have a sensitive, acne prone skin or you simply want to veer away from harsh chemicals and heavy coverage of liquid foundations, then Bb Cream is suitable for you. It’s honestly good for almost all skin types.
Missha Korean BB Cream offers a medium coverage with a natural finish. It contains Amino Acid Complex, Gingko Biloba Leaf extract, Zinc, that boosts the skin’s natural moisture and leaves your skin radiant and healthier after each use. Alcohol free making it a plus for sensitive and acne prone skin.
