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Ekologiczny krem BB - Tajemnica Naturalnego Blasku Skóry
The BB cream contains up to 10% pure snail mucus extract (Snail Secretion Filtrate 100,000 ppm), with proven anti-wrinkle, regenerating and repairing effects to firm and improve skin elasticity.
The cream contains GGF (yeast extract) with moisturizing and softening effects. GGF promotes regeneration, soothes skin prone to irritation and inflammatory changes and supports skin hydration.
Pump the cream and spread in your fingers. Apply all over the face in spots. Spread and pat in with fingers or a wet make-up sponge. After a few minutes of application, the cream will begin to interact with the skin and set properly on it.
Adjust the amount of cream to the preferred level of coverage:
- 0.5 press of the pump gives a soft make-up and balances skin tone,
- 1 press of the pump gives medium coverage without a mask effect,
- 1.5 presses of the pump give full coverage.
In our opinion, one 50g tube is enough for 4-6 months of daily use.
What Is BB Cream?
BB cream is a foundation alternative that offers light coverage while being kind to the skin. BB can stand for a few different things, depending on who you ask: blemish balm, beauty balm, blemish base. while they're all correct, beauty balm is probably the most accurate description of what it does. Between smoothing, blurring, protecting, and tinting, it’s truly a beauty powerhouse product.
Despite often being credited as a Korean beauty trend, BB creams were actually first developed in Germany by Christine Schrammek, MD. And while we've all hopped on the bandwagon in the last few years, Dr. Schrammek’s original has existed since 1967.
She originally developed it as a stopgap for her patients to use on their skin after harsher treatments like peels and microdermabrasion, which left the skin red and inflamed. Instead of applying heavy foundation, which might have made the skin even more irritated and uncomfortable, Schrammek wanted to offer them something that would blur the imperfections and give a bit of coverage, but most importantly, be kind to the skin. And so BB cream was born.
Years later, the formula was perfected in South Korea, where K-pop and K-drama stars made note of its ability to transform skin easily. After consumers became obsessed with BB creams, the trend made its way to Europe and the United States, where it has become a mainstay beauty and skin product.
BB Cream Application Tips
Because a BB cream is a combination of skincare and makeup, the application process can be a little confusing. Despite what you might think, beauty balms are fairly easy to apply. Use the warmth of your fingers or a damp beauty sponge to work the product in and melt it into the skin.
"The best way to apply BB cream would be with your hands. A brush isn't necessary as you don't have as much coverage that needs to be blended. When using your hands, the body heat changes the texture and makes it easier to manipulate," explains Sir John.
While makeup artist Kat Dorn likes to apply BB cream with her fingers, she uses a foundation brush when applying the product to other people. Because a BB cream isn't quite as thick as a traditional foundation and has the slip of a moisturizer, it's easy to blend for a seamless finish and looks like skin rather than cakey.
The Rise of BB Cream and Why We're Hooked
Daniela Morosini is an award-winning beauty writer, with contributions to Vogue, Byrdie, Refinery29, ELLE, Harper's Bazaar, and more under her belt.
Jen Adkins is a beauty writer and licensed cosmetologist. Her biggest passion is sun protection and sun safety, and she loves to educate readers on how to best take care of their skin. She graduated cosmetology school in 1997, and holds a license to practice cosmetology in the state of Wisconsin.
Ashley Rebecca is an NYC-based makeup artist and a regular contributor for Byrdie covering makeup, skincare, and haircare.
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What Is BB Cream? History of BB Creams What BB Cream Does for the Skin BB Cream vs. Foundation BB Cream vs. CC Cream BB Cream Application Tips Finding the Right BB CreamWhen the beauty industry comes out with a skincare/makeup hybrid, the world takes note. And while BB creams were big news years ago thanks to Korea's niche beauty products, the multitasking product is on the rise again. But what exactly is BB cream, and what does it do?
