BB creams are the new craze in India. After storming the Asian markets and Western countries slowly all make up companies from Lakme to Maybelline are coming up with BB creams in different shades and sizes.
Seeing the ads I also decided to use a BB creams so went to a cosmetic store nearby and asked the sales girl for some BB cream suggestions according to my skin colour. The lady recommended me Maybelline Clear Glow Bright Benefit cream in nude shade. I have been using it and here is my take on the product.
Meaning of BB cream: Before sharing my experience I want you all to know what is BB cream all about. BB creams stands for blemish balm, blemish base and in some western countries as beauty balm. In simpler words it is an all in one facial cosmetic product which acts as moisturiser, sun block and foundation. It can be worn alone or under compact depending on the coverage required.
Claims: It is infused with a blend of good for you ingredient : talc, fairness complex, moisturizer and skin brightening minerals to deliver 8 skin transforming benefits- brightens, evens tone, protects, hydrates , freshens, smoothes , clarifies and conceals flaws.
Price: It would cost your INR 199 for 18ml.
Packaging: It comes in a cute tea blue plastic tube with a metallic pink cap. The tube has a narrow nozzle tip for dispersing the cream.
Pros: I would recommend this cream because
- It contains SPF 21 so can be worn as a sunblock.
- It evens the skin tone and gives a matte healthy glow on the face.
- It doesn’t clog pores.
- It covers under eyes and other small blemishes too.
- Doesn’t make the skin very oily and easily stays for 5 to 6 hours.
- Just one or two drops are enough for face and neck.
- The fragrance is very nice.
- The packaging is very cute and travel friendly.
- It is very affordable and easily available.
- It blends quickly.
Cons: This is a nice product but
- It takes time to settle down.
- Doesn’t work well on dry and flaky areas.
- It is slightly thicker than other tinted moisturizer.
- It only comes in one size which doesn’t last for long.
- It contains paraben.
Rating: 4.75/5. It is a good all day wear product.
