I must say that I do love a good BB cream because you get the sun protection, coverage and skin treatment all in one wallop, but I have to say that BB Creams are NOT all created equal. What’s the diff between a BB and a CC cream? Not much really: A BB cream is a multi-tasting cream, and a CC supposedly color-corrects, but I find that all of the below do both.
Many drugstore and beauty supply BB creams are choc full of ingredients that I don’t need or want on my skin. Fortunately, many of my fave companies have a BB cream that I love. Here are my top 6.
1. Suntegrity 5-in-1: $45.00There is no wonder to me that this cream has a cult following here in LA, where everyone needs maximum sun protection year-round. What is awesome about this formulation is that it is packed with anti-inflammatory ingredients so is great for those with sensitive skin, rosacea, acne, melasma and virtually any kind of skin issue. It comes in 5 shades to suit every skin type.
2. Jane Iredale’s Glow Time: $48.00 If you want full coverage, this is you guy! I recommend stippling it onto your skin with a brush before blending with your fingers. It’s my go-to when on a sunny vacation because it literally doesn’t come off (even in water) and covers all those pesky brown spots and imperfections completely!
3. Marie Veronique All Day Coverage SPF 30: $48.00 This is right up there with one of my favorite skin care lines because each product is full of such outstanding anti-aging ingredients. This light creme offers medium coverage and comes in 3 different shades.
4. Andalou Naturals Beauty Balm Sheer Tint with SPF 30: $19.95 The plant stem cells in this gorgeously glowing formulation do their work to restore a youthful texture to your skin while the SPF is protecting you, and the minerals give you a sun-kissed glow. Use coupon code: Sophie25 at checkout to get 25% off this product for a limited time.
5. Derma E: $15.99 You cannot go wrong with this one. It gives a smooth, dewy luminous glow, and is lightweight for those who don’t want to feel there is too much product on their skin.
6. Juice Beauty: Stem Cellular CC Cream $39.00 This is actually more than a BB cream – it’s a 12-in-1 product! It contains their signature stem cell ingredients and goes on creamy, so it easy to blend. As into fragrance as I am, I love that this product has a beautiful fragrance that stays with you.