https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sun, 07 Jun 2026 07:27:29 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1043359 Mon, 26 Aug 2013 07:52:53 +0000 Ash 1043359@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mae: I just bought this over the weekend - it makes my skin look great!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1043335 Mon, 26 Aug 2013 07:41:56 +0000 looch 1043335@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I use the Skin79 Gold formulation and I like it a lot. I currently have a tiny bit of a tan so I have shelved it for the moment, because I hate the mask look.</p> <p>I use it kind of like a concealer, I dab it on my red spots and then I brush a powder over it. I didn't like the formulations of the US creams because they're just like tinted moisturizer, which never really did anything for me. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041946 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 02:23:45 +0000 erinpye 1041946@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I ordered some Missha BB cream on Amazon, after talking to HLK208 about it, and reading the other thread, and then some reviews, and so far I LOVE it! I'm very fair, was NC 20 with my MAC Studio Fix Fluid, and the light beige No. 21 color by Missha works great. It doesn't make me look lighter or darker, and gives me great coverage without the heavy look of my previous Studio Fix. I just top it with a dab of concealer on any spots and under eyes, and a light dusting of Tarte's Smooth Operator translucent finishing powder. My skin is also breaking out much less since switching. I was hesitant to try BB creams since I hate tinted moisturizer, which is basically what the US formulations are and I want more coverage than that, but the Korean ones are fuller coverage, and I'm a convert. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041712 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 19:17:11 +0000 betsyboop 1041712@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I used to use bobbi brown's bb cream and loved it. I currently use DiorSnow and it's fine but liked bobbi brown much more. I thought it provided great coverage and really smoothed my complexion out. I haven't tried any of the Korean bb creams yet. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041657 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 18:10:12 +0000 allison 1041657@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Danizaur: yeah, I'm pretty sure it's mainly in there to attempt to lighten hyperpigmentation spots, not to lighten all over. I don't think it's strong enough for that.</p> <p>I'm having a hard time deciding what/if to order! I've been checking all the ingredients and cross-referencing them in the EWG database. I can't find one that makes me happy. I had no idea I was so high-maintenance. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041613 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 17:12:40 +0000 artsyfartsy 1041613@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@allison: Hmm. Didn't know about that! I'm super pale and not concerned with tanning or anything. I don't think it makes me any paler. I finish it off with blush, powder, and a touch of bronzed. It does help even out my skin tone though! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041578 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 15:45:09 +0000 allison 1041578@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MapleMoose: @Danizaur: so I just went to yesstyle.com (thanks for the rec!), and saw that the skin79 super gold has arbutin, which has "melanin-inhibiting properties". <a href="http://www.paulaschoice.com/cosmetic-ingredient-dictionary/definition/arbutin" rel="nofollow">http://www.paulaschoice.com/cosmetic-ingredient-dictionary/definition/arbutin</a></p> <p>I still might order it, but I'm really pale and don't need any help getting that way! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041577 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 15:30:14 +0000 artsyfartsy 1041577@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@allison: yesstyle.com is 100% legit. eBay and amazon are full of fakes and I'm not sure how to tell what's real and what's not. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041531 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 13:52:55 +0000 HLK208 1041531@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@allison: I ordered from some one who had high reviews and no complaints about being fake. You could order from the Missha website too if you're worried about it. I know this is odd but I can tell fakes usually have a weird scent. The original has non-over powering baby powder scent. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041487 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 12:58:05 +0000 allison 1041487@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Danizaur: @HLK208: where do you get it? I see it on Amazon, but some reviewers claim some sellers sell fakes? I'm really interested in getting some, but want to avoid the fake stuff (obviously). </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041441 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 12:26:39 +0000 Espion 1041441@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Hmmm, this sounds awesome, but I worry about the expense and the grayish tone. (I'm a pale redhead, so I wonder if it would be overwhelmingly discolored.)</p> <p>But it sounds like it would be an awesome gift... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041398 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 11:50:23 +0000 HLK208 1041398@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I posted about the Korean bb cream before, it's changed my life! Lol. A slight exaggeration but I'm in love with it. I have already ordered it for my sisters and mom for Christmas. It does have a paler effect but with finishing powder and and bronzer, I don't see a difference. I used garnier bb cream before and I didn't feel like it gave me any coverage, more like a moisturizer.</p> <p>I am really picky about heavy coverage foundation - I need all day, long wear, full coverage (MAC is what I've used for over 10 years) and the Misha bb cream provides that. I also ordered skin 79 bb cream which I heard/read has even better coverage. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041371 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 11:14:45 +0000 artsyfartsy 1041371@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>"Many BB Cream carry the term “whitening,” which can sometimes have a very negative connotation in the western world. What it really does is that it evens your skintone by correcting blemishes like sun spots, acne scars and uneven patches."</p> <p>From this site: A beginners guide to BB cream.<br /> <a href="http://beauty.lovelyish.com/2011/08/22/a-beginners-guide-to-bb-cream/" rel="nofollow">http://beauty.lovelyish.com/2011/08/22/a-beginners-guide-to-bb-cream/</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041370 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 11:11:47 +0000 artsyfartsy 1041370@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MapleMoose: skin79 super gold. I'm already pretty pale though so It may be different on someone with darker skin. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041323 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 10:02:54 +0000 allison 1041323@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MapleMoose: thanks! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041311 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 09:53:26 +0000 MapleMoose 1041311@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Danizaur: What brand do you use that doesn't make you paler? </p> <p>@allison: <a href="http://boards.hellobee.com/topic/has-anyone-tried-this-type-of-bb-cream" rel="nofollow">http://boards.hellobee.com/topic/has-anyone-tried-this-type-of-bb-cream</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041302 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 09:47:25 +0000 allison 1041302@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Can someone link to the previous BB cream thread? I'd like to try it and want to read about brand recs. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041298 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 09:43:34 +0000 artsyfartsy 1041298@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MapleMoose: I wondered that too. Whitening is often referred to as lightening dark spots. But people in Asia typically like the white skin look so I'm not sure really what they mean. I use mine and it doesn't make me look any paler. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041297 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 09:43:26 +0000 MapleMoose 1041297@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@mrs. bird: lol I hear you. I use a little sunless tanner in the winter so I wouldn't want my makeup to counteract that. </p> <p>@loveisstrange: hmm... Maybe bb cream isn't for me then. I like some color in my complexion year round. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041283 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 09:18:43 +0000 Mrs. Pen 1041283@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@PurpleUnicorn: blemish cream or beauty balm. it is kind of like a light foundation mixed with moisturizer. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041276 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 09:08:27 +0000 loveisstrange 1041276@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MapleMoose: I think it's just meant to make you look paler. From what i read, they are slightly grey-tinted. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041275 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 09:08:15 +0000 mrs. bird 1041275@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MapleMoose: i was thinking of ordering one of the korean brands (seems like everyone says they're better than the US versions) and last night i saw a lot of them mentioning 'whitening' in the description. i don't think i could get any whiter than i already am, but i don't think i want a skin whitener on me. sounds scary! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041274 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 09:07:48 +0000 Maysprout 1041274@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have a L'Oreal one. I'm not a big make up person so BB cream is a lot for me. But if I'm feeling in the mood I'll stick some on with a bit of mascara. For me it's the perfect amount of light coverage to even things out. Foundation looks really weird on me though so I've never worn it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041270 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 09:04:06 +0000 jetsa 1041270@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm not a big makeup person so I'm probably not what you're looking for. I just use the olay bb cream and powder foundation. I don't have the greatest skin but its enough for me to feel put together; that said I don't wear makeup more than twice a week. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041267 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 09:01:37 +0000 PurpleUnicorn 1041267@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>i am curious what is BB cream? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041243 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 08:39:20 +0000 MapleMoose 1041243@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm interested to hear responses. </p> <p>Also, I did some research on the Korean bb creams after last week's thread and a lot claim "whitening". Does that mean it literally lightens your skin tone or just that it appears light on your face? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041236 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 08:30:43 +0000 bpcmarj 1041236@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have the CVS version of the Garnier BB cream. I put on my regular ponds lotion after I wash my face, then BB cream, then Bare Minerals Mineral Veil to get rid of a little of the shine/make it last longer. For me, I find that it's just enough to make me feel put together. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041233 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 08:27:30 +0000 Mrs. Pen 1041233@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I am so meh about makeup and don't like the feel of heavy foundations so I use a BB cream and then finish with a bronzer or finishing powder (I like the mineral veil from bare minerals or ELF). It doesn't provide awesome coverage but it's enough for me!</p> <p>If I want A LOT of coverage I use BB cream, revlon liquid foundation, finishing powder AND bronzer. I don't like using that much makeup though.</p> <p>I use the garnier BB cream </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041231 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 08:26:10 +0000 Mae 1041231@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I use tarte bb cream and I love it. It is a sheer coverage but it is buildable. Go to sephora and you can try before you buy! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-use-bb-cream#post-1041225 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 08:23:09 +0000 littlebug 1041225@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have always been blessed with a good complexion, albeit a little uneven with large pores. I've been trying bb creams with the hope that I could forego foundation, but none of the bb creams I've tried provide quite enough coverage. Ideally, I'd like to use a bb cream and then a finishing powder. Am I not using the right bb cream, our am I just expecting too much from them? I thought maybe I'd try one of the Korean ones that people were posting about a few days ago, but I don't want to spend the money if I just have unrealistic expectations. Do you use foundation? </p>