The time for light textures and bronze shades is officially open! BB drops, banana soufflé CC cream, best BB for oily skin - BeautyHack editors have tested BB and CC creams and tell you which ones are worthy of getting into your holiday makeup bag.
CC-cream Color Control 3en1, Soskin
Tested by BeautyHack Editor Natalia Kapitsa
I am the most ardent cosmetic skeptic. I believed that the cream cannot both moisturize and tone at the same time: either it does one thing, or it does nothing. If I saw such an inscription on the packaging, I passed by without looking back. But deep down, I always knew: sooner or later the moment will come when my peremptoryness will fail.
With the appearance on the shelf of the CC-cream from Soskin, skepticism has significantly diminished. The product of the French brand is really a "multi-handler": it evens out the tone, and masks redness, and moisturizes, and tightens. The cream has the most delicate texture of a banana soufflé - it melts on the skin. After application, it seems that I used a moisturizer with hyaluronic acid in the composition, and not a makeup product.
Color Control does not clog pores - owners of oily skin will understand me. The composition contains SPF - a filter that protects against UVA and UVB rays: you can safely apply before going to the beach (although I prefer to go there with a "naked" face). The line-up deserves a separate standing ovation. Among the ingredients I found vitamin E, algae extract, essential oil, mineral pigments, silicon, polysaccharides - an excellent nutritious cocktail for the summer!
Price: 2 600 rub.
BB-cream Сtrl-A Beauty Balm, Dr. Jart +
Tested by BeautyHack Editor Natalia Kapitsa
Another surprise on the list of beauty discoveries this year. The cream is ideal for oily skin - not only tones, but also controls the activity of the sebaceous glands. After a week of use, Ctrl-A Beauty Balm "erased" small rashes from the face - a serious competitor for a whole shelf of care products, which it will leave far behind in terms of effectiveness. The cream has a weightless texture - it is easy to apply with your fingertips, it has an average coverage and good sun protection. Does not clog pores, does not dry the skin, does not shine, lying down with a "powdery", matte haze. Ctrl-A Beauty Balm has a place of honor in your vacation suitcase!
Price: 2 400 rub.
BB-cream Aqua BB SPF 40, 3Lab
Tested by BeautyHack Editor-in-Chief Karina Andreeva
A great option and alternative to the foundation in the summer (and a godsend for a vacation at sea!). Firstly, it is easily and quickly applied with a sponge pad and evenly distributed in several movements. Secondly, my skin is prone to dryness, and this cushion does not emphasize peeling - on the contrary, it moisturizes. The product has a rich caring composition: Abyssin (reduces irritation on sensitive skin and fights against the aggressive influence of ultraviolet rays, rose water (for moisturizing), Matrixil 3000 (a combination of peptides that give a noticeable lifting effect), beta-glucan, (an ingredient that is released from oats and protects the skin from UV radiation and promotes rapid healing), sodium hyaluronate (responsible for cellular protection and hydration, adenosine (increases protein and DNA synthesis in dermal cells) and licorice root extract (has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties). gives me the same effect when you mix foundation with my favorite day cream: excellent hydration! Thirdly, excellent SPF-40 filter, which perfectly protects my fair skin at sea and does not let it burn. I took a darker shade (3) - so that it can be used and when the tan appears.
Price: 10 860 RUB.
BB-cream Nude, Erborian
Tested by BeautyHack Editor-in-Chief Karina Andreeva
For a long time I was in search of the best foundation. I like some of them, but then they start to get bored, so I changed them to something new almost every month. But having tried this BB-cream in January, which I heard about more than once from many makeup gurus, I fell in love once and for all and for the fourth I regularly use this tool. Why do I love him? Firstly, the shade is a godsend for girls with very fair skin. Does not turn yellow, does not give the effect of a "pale face", but in the first ten minutes it adjusts to your natural tone. Secondly, the product is ideal for those who, like me, suffer from dryness (how I take care of dry skin - you can read here): BB cream does not emphasize flaking, but on the contrary works like a day cream and moisturizes the skin. It contains six-year-old Korean ginseng root, which stimulates microcirculation and activates natural collagen production, ginger, which cleanses and tones the skin, and licorice, which removes redness and works as an antioxidant. Thirdly, there is no need for a primer before this tool - the cream is evenly distributed with fingertips or a beauty blender in a matter of seconds and really lasts up to the promised 12 hours, after which it can be easily removed with a cleansing gel. Fourth, the cream is very convenient for flights. I am not a supporter of make-up on the plane, but often after arrival you get “from the ship to the ball”, so this cream is used. It gives the effect of a "second skin" and allows it to breathe, refreshes the face. I have heard more than once: "How great you look without makeup after the flight!" This is great - people around do not even notice the presence of BB-cream on the face, but it is, and it will help you out more than once - it will definitely hide minor imperfections. Fifthly, the SPF factor is 25: just what you need in your holiday cosmetic bag (especially if you are going to the sea!). And paired with the brand's Glow Crème (I'm talking about it here), you can get the desired Photoshop effect.
Price: 3,500 rubles.
BB cream Creme Hydratante Perfectrice SPF 30, Soskin
Tested by BeautyHack editor Julia Kozoliy
I have a light shade of the product (01 Light), so now I am actively using it: my skin has not yet tanned, but on warm days I do not want to feel a heavy tonal foundation on my face. By the way, Soskin's BB cream is able to completely replace it: it is light, leaves a loose coating (don't expect anything else from BB), but at the same time masks irregularities and does not leave an oily sheen. For the last quality I really love this tool: many BB creams are dense and moisturize almost to the effect of Gym Skin. If this trend is not clear to you, then I heartily advise Soskin. And for the summer in the city, the tool is suitable - there is an SPF 30!
Price: 2050 rub.
Toning cream Vinoperfect Radiance Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20, Caudalie
Tested by BeautyHack editor Anastasia Speranskaya
What could be better than a product that combines care and make-up? Caudalie Toning Fluid masks imperfections while moisturizing and soothing the skin. Sun protection in the form of SPF 20 will not be superfluous in spring and summer either - when you do not want to apply sticky sunscreens every day, makeup with UV filters will help out. The fluid resembles whipped cream - on the skin it turns into a light, completely invisible veil. Trust the concealer to conceal serious perfection - Caudalie's product promises an even complexion and radiance, not a top-level concealment. The composition contains a patented component Viniferin, which helps fight age spots, and hyaluronic acid, but you will not find oils there, which means that your face will not shine treacherously during the day.
Price: 3 095 rub.
Foundation mousse Face Fabric Foundation, Giorgio Armani
Tested by BeautyHack editor Daria Sizova
I have a long-standing love with foundations - imperfections on the face do not allow me to do only with a light base with radiance and concealer, as the trends of this season dictate to us. Always looking for lightweight foundations that won't mask my face and match my fair skin tone. I was familiar with the legend of the brand before the relaunch, but with the updated formula I left even more positive impressions. Why?
Tonal mousse is ideal if you want to create a sleek, even skin effect on your face (and it looks like you didn't wear makeup at all). It has a light texture and a very pleasant floral scent that fades quickly after application. The product looks more like a moisturizer - I spread it with my fingers all over the face, avoiding the area under the eyes. But the tool also "made friends" with a brush and a beauty tool. The shade adjusts to your skin color in 2 minutes, making it velvety to the touch. Despite its light texture, the product perfectly covers imperfections and redness - concealer was needed only to hide dark circles (look for the best in our selection).
The product looks like a delicate cotton. I think it's all about the 3D technology that was used to develop the formula: imperfections seem to be smoothed out. If there are cracks on the skin, do not worry - the product will not accentuate them. The mousse is perfect for the hot season - light texture that will not "leak" from the face and loose coverage. Bonus - you don't need to powder it.
Two additional benefits are consumption and durability. On my face, the product lasted 8 long working hours. A small pea is enough for one use - I think the product will stay in my cosmetic bag for a long time.
Price: 2 635 rub.
BB-cream Exact Fit Artistry, Amway
Tested by Beautyhack special correspondent Daria Mironova
I have never used cosmetics from Amway before - this BB cream has become the "firstborn". The acquaintance turned out to be pleasant. Easy to apply, lays down evenly, lasts a long time. I have pale skin - I don't go outside without a protective cream, even in winter. Exact Fit Artistry provides SPF35 - just for that it is already worth falling in love with. After application, the skin is even, radiant and smooth.
Price: 1 700 rub.
BB-cream Dream Satin, Maybelline
Tested by Beautyhack special correspondent Daria Mironova
This tool is perfect for girls with fair skin. The packaging for BB-cream is very compact - it will fit even in the smallest handbag, the consistency is watery. The cream can be applied with a brush, sponge or fingers - it will fit well in any case. The second option is closer to me. The product has a good moisturizing composition - dry and dehydrated skin will say “thank you”. Dream Satin adapts to your color type - there is no chance of missing a shade. Protection - SPF30.
Price: 250 rubles
Hyaluronic BB-cream ALL-in-ONE, Librederm
Tested by editorial assistant Anya Khobotova
Librederm settled in my cosmetic bag for a long time and takes pride of place. A real salvation for the spring-summer period - BB cream All in one. It is part of the Librederm hyaluronic collection of four products. The composition of the BB-cream allows it to work in several directions at once: low molecular weight hyaluronic acid moisturizes, camelina oil protects from UV rays, vitamins A and F nourish. There are no "strangers" among the ingredients - only proven and well-known ingredients.
I was pleasantly surprised by the sensations after application: the cream was instantly absorbed, leaving behind a velvet matte finish. This is a great alternative to thick foundations for hot weather. During the day, the cream is not felt: I held it firmly until the evening, until it was washed off with micillary water (also, by the way, from Librederm).
Price: 649 rub.
Perfect Skin 10-in-1 BB Cream, Pure Line
Tested by editorial assistant Anya Khobotova
Another Russian manufacturer, and so far the only one based on herbal medicine and phytoexpertise. This year the company celebrates its 22nd birthday - in its arsenal there are more than 200 cosmetics for solving any problems. This is the first time I've encountered BB cream from Chistaya Liniya. This is the only representative of the BB-series. Packaging lettering promising: 10-in-1. I will not rewrite the manufacturer's text. I will share my impressions. It can be safely advised to young girls who are just beginning to comprehend the art of makeup - it will fit perfectly even with “imperfect” application.
The cream fulfills most of its promises - its natural composition helps to give the skin a healthy and well-groomed appearance. Rose oil extract moisturizes, plant and mineral pigments even out tone and adapt to skin type without clogging pores.
My main criterion for choosing a cream for the spring-summer is the presence of SPF. This product provides protection with an index of 10. "Pure Line" throughout April successfully replaced the standard moisturizer - the skin did not suffer from this, but only got better. The perfect budget alternative!
Price: 215 rub.
BB-drops, Erborian
Tested by blogger Veronika Zabrovskaya
New BB Drops will enhance your favorite day cream and take it to the next level! You will get the usual high-quality care and decorative effect at the same time. It is not a standalone remedy, but an enriching elixir that gives an even tone, all imperfections become less noticeable, while it slightly tightens pores and the skin looks smoother and more radiant. It is important to note that BB drops are not just a concentrated tone: the product contains Ginseng extract, which smoothes the skin and makes it noticeably softer and more even! Great novelty - I love using drops on weekends, when you don't need to "paint a face", but I want to be impossibly fresh and beautiful!
Price: 2 800 rub.
CC cream, Chanel
Tested by BeautyHack editorial assistant Karina Ilyasova
With the onset of warm days, you don't want to apply heavy textures to your face. CC-cream from Chanel is the same portion of "tenderness" and "lightness" for blooming gardens and spring wind. In addition to correcting complexion, the cream contains SPF-50 protection, it provides comprehensive care and fights the signs of aging. The texture of the cream is light - it is applied perfectly. It is unlikely to cope with severe redness, but it can even out the complexion and hide dark circles under the eyes. Easily spreads without leaving streaks. Very quickly absorbed, lasts up to 8 hours. It does not emphasize peeling, but on the contrary - helps to eliminate them.
Price: 3 728 rub
Base Traitante cream, Rivoli Geneve
Tested by BeautyHack editorial assistant Karina Ilyasova
Swiss cosmetics always give me a thrill because of the highest quality. Just look at this bottle: even without opening it, the "credit" of trust increases. A beautiful turquoise box, in which the matte bottle with beige emulsion is a miracle with the same wonderful effect. The manufacturer declared the product as a base. But when applied, the cream takes on a pinkish tint. Base traitante creates the effect of a “second skin”: it is not visible on the face at all, as, indeed, are all existing imperfections.
You can use it on its own during the day, and for evening make-up, you will probably need additional, more pigmented products. Its versatile shade, which adjusts to skin color, will suit everyone. And most importantly, it really cares for the skin: with regular use, it becomes smoother and more even.
Price: about 15 300 rubles.
BB cream Hydreane, La Roche-Posay
Tested by BeautyHack editorial assistant Karina Ilyasova
La Roche-Posay, based on thermal water, creates an even, natural and radiant complexion. It has a light, floral scent that is not felt after application. The texture of the cream is light and pleasant: it lays down in a translucent layer that is instantly absorbed. The product not only evens out skin color, but also cares for it, soothing and moisturizing throughout the day. It can be applied as a basic care immediately after washing or as a make-up base. Does not cause inflammation, flaking or irritation.
Price: 1 124 rub.
Foundation BB cream Trois Oui Trois Non, Vivienne Sabo
Tested by BeautyHack SMM Manager Alexandra Grishina
I still sincerely believe that bb cream is the best invention of decorative cosmetics. Not too dense, but evening tone is essentially all that is needed for evening makeup, so as not to layering a ton of products, but at the same time look decent.
The tone from Vivienne Szabo is the perfect embodiment of the main slogan. The product is "3 yes and 3 no!"BB cream VIVIENNE SABO thanks to its composition of peptides, vitamins and hyaluronic acid says: "YES!" - deep hydration, effective nourishment for the ideal skin tone! And the uncompromising "NO!" - oily sheen, uneven tone, mask effect.
The consistency of the cream is quite liquid - I advise you to store it with the dispenser upwards, since when using it there is a high probability of giving out 2 times more funds than you need.
I apply the tone with a flat brush from the center to the periphery, it is shaded very easily and does not harden with a stone. Shade 03 was so invisible on my skin that I needed 2 coats. In fact, the product really adjusts to your skin and is completely invisible on your face. If you have severe enough inflammation and redness, then be prepared for the tone not to overlap them.
The tool fulfills all its promises - I advise you to definitely try, given such a democratic price. The only thing missing for the summer period is the presence of spf in the composition. But if you are using a base or moisturizer with spf, then this fact should not confuse you in any way.
Price: 446 rub.
