Thursday 28 June 2012

Maybelline Dream Fresh BB Cream

I love this new BB cream hype. I was never that keen on tinted moisturisers as I have very pale skin so they often made me look like I've just smothered fake tan on my face. But I love the concept of not having to wear heavy foundation and BB creams are a perfect replacement.

I have read lots of reviews on Maybelline's BB cream so decided to purchase it from Superdrug for £7.99 and try it out. I am not going to lie at first I wasn't that keen on it. The tube it comes in, is quite pretty but messy. I bought the light shade but it just disappeared on my skin giving little coverage.

However over the past week I have managed to make the product work for me. It does give a nice glowy and natural 'no make-up, make-up' look. Plus having a SPF of 30 so it protects my skin and keeps it hydrated as well. I do use a little amount of Smashbox tinted moisturiser with the cream to give a slight colour to it and if I feel I need more coverage that day.

I tried 17 BB Blemish Balm back in April for when I went on holiday to Florida. In the heat I didn't want thick melting foundation so tried this out and loved it. It gave a glowy dewy look and had a slight tint to it as well as a SPF of 15. I think I may prefer my 17 BB balm to Maybelline's version but I also hear good things about Garnier's BB cream.

Despite the hype I believe BB Creams/balms are an acquired taste. I like the glowy/dewy skin look and rarely use powder. So I love the BB creams as they are perfect for the glowy look. But those who prefer the matte powdered products might not like the BB products as much.....




8 comments:

  1. i have been very curious about this product! when i finally find it, ill have to give it a shot!

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    1. It's worth trying it! Let me know your thoughts if you do :)

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  2. I must give this a shot! I think they just started carrying it in the us

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    1. Yeah give it a shot! Let me know what you think of it if you do.

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  3. like your blog!
    keep posting and go for itttt
    xo

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    1. Aww thank you so much! Thats really encouraging :)

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  4. I've been wanting to buy this for a couple of weeks now I must get it, lovely blog

    www.starryeyed-1.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. You really should! And aww thank you :)
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