Garnier Skin Perfector BB Cream Review

The consistency of the bb cream was quite thick yet creamy and I found that applying it and blending it with a brush gave the best end result for me.

I got the colour medium and that is usually a good colour match for me but this bb cream was a little too dark for me, I just applied a lighter coloured powder or foundation over the top, so wasn't too much of a big deal.

It was quite good at covering the majority of my blemishes and felt very light on my skin, so it would be good if you are looking for a no makeup feeling which still has good coverage.

Cons: My skin isn't normally sensitive but the product made me break out and also caused some dryness on my nose making it peel.

It's not a very long lasting product if you are only using it by itself, but definitely lasts longer with some powder over it to help it last. I wouldn't buy the 'normal' again but would definitely give the 'sensitive' one a try.

I have ' Normal ' skin and got the BB cream in 'LIGHT'

The packaging was ok nothing to fancy but explained everything I needed to know about the product.

When i first saw the colour of the cream I thought it was going to be to dark for my skin, but when I applied it it blended nicely and gave me a slight tan kind of look.

I tried it with and without primer under it. I preferred to have my primer on first before apply the BB cream as I found it went on more smoothly with the primer underneath.

The consistency of the cream was thick but when you apply it it goes on nice and smoothly and leaves a light feel on your skin. I found I only needed a small amount to colour my face, but found that the coverage itself wasn't enough for me so once it had dried I applied some more and found this to cover my blemishes better.

I found it didn't last as long as I would like it to, I found myself apply more in the afternoon.

I think the BB cream would be great for me during the day when I don't have time to put on a full face of makeup but I personally wouldn't be using it at night time as I would want more coverage, which this doesn't give me.

I tried applying it with both my finger & a brush and found that apply with a brush made it blend more evenly.

The smell is pleasant and not to over powering like some BB creams I have tried before.

I would recommend to anyone that doesn't have time to put on a full face of makeup and just wants to wear something light.

I think the price is good fair price compared to other BB creams I have brought in the last

I have fairly normal/combination skin. The main things I look for in a BB cream or foundation are: buildable light-medium coverage, a good colour match for my pale skin, and even wear throughout the day. So I was super excited to get to trial this Garnier BB cream!

First impressions of this: it is a very thick cream, and it has a relatively strong fresh, slightly citrusy scent. Although the scent is initially quite strong, I didn’t notice it at all once I’d applied it.

I’ve tried applying this a few ways, including with a blending sponge and a buffing brush. However, I personally get the best finish with this using my fingers. The first time I used it I applied it to my bare face as the box suggested, but I found that it looked a bit noticeable around some dryer patches. I then used it over moisturiser, and then moisturiser and primer together. I think it looked most natural over the moisturiser and primer, so that was a bit disappointing given that this is meant to be an ‘all-in-one’ product.

The coverage and colour were disappointing for me. I got the shade ‘Light’, which is a shade or two too dark for me. It also has a very orange undertone, which is too orange for my (yellow-based) undertones. However, I can get away with using this…. because the coverage is basically non-existent. Well, that’s a bit of an exaggeration maybe. It is extremely sheer coverage, given the thick consistency, and it really doesn’t do anything except tint my skin slightly darker. However, it is buildable to a certain extent, and I found with using two layers I could get enough light coverage to slightly blur uneven skintone. I definitely have to use concealer with this, again disappointing for an ‘all-in-one’ claim.

In terms of lasting power, this is actually pretty good. Without using primer or powder (and I have been using powder most days to amp up the coverage a bit), I can get to about halfway through the day before my t-zone looks a wee bit shiny. With powder, I can wear this basically all day at uni and maybe blot my t-zone once. I do find it fades a bit around my nose without powder, but again, not a problem with powder.

I think that for the amount you get and need to use on a daily basis, the price is fairly reasonable. The tube is okay, although I have found that it gets quite messy around the opening. However, I wouldn’t repurchase this myself. I haven’t found any improvement in my skin, such as a boost in “natural glow and radiance” or “24 hour moisturising results” despite the claims on the box. In addition, I think the SPF15 rating is ridiculously low. Ultimately, the deciding factor for me is the colour match. I just don’t like the orange tinge, however subtle when sheered out, and the fact that it is slightly too dark makes it a pain to apply and blend out enough.

I would only recommend this to you if you’re not super pale, have yellow undertones, and want very sheer coverage.

I was very excited to trial and review the garnier bb cream I was given the medium shade which blended well with my natural skin colouring, I found I got a better, even coverage using my finger tips more than a brush or sponge. I don't believe it has true 24 hour coverage but it definitely withstood the entire day, I used it with a light bronzer as an alternative to foundation for a day and was pleased with the results. Couldn't use it on the pms days as it enhanced the hormonal skin breakout. I also found it to have a slight oily texture while applying but once blended I couldn't tell I was wearing it. I would probably buy again but it's not on my must have in my makeup bag list. Like the fact it has SPF 15 in it would be better if it was SPF 30 though. It's definitely worth trying as it looks different on every one, I did like the fact that no one could tell I was wearing make up with it.

I tried the BB cream for normal skin as I don't have any major problem areas. My skin occasionally can get oily with some makeup a but I didn't have a problem with this one. I first noticed it was a lot thicker than other brands I have tried which made me think it would have better coverage, which it didn't. However it did mean I didn't need to use as a much. It is easy to apply; I just used my fingers and it is very light. It works like any other BB cream - evens skin tone while providing light coverage. It did brighten my skin instantly which other brands I've used don't. It has a light perfumey smell but this only seemed to last while being applied. It lasted all or most of the day and I found it didn't need to be reapplied. This is only a few dollars more than some other brands and because I found it better I would have no problem paying for it and using it again. Overall I would recommend for anyone who wants healthier, smoother looking skin with light coverage. I would also say that this is more of a day time makeup rather than night just because of the minimal coverage (but this is all BB creams not just this one).

Lovely product, really nice smell, coverage was good. Felt nice on and didn't feel heavy, which was great. I would recommend this to someone else that is wanting a light foundation especially for those days when you don't want to wear a full foundation. It left my face soft and smooth and not oily. It covered up my imperfections without feeling heavy.

Well I'm not a huge fan of this! I found if had to use a lot of the product to get an even coverage. The product was quite thick and looked a little bit orangey so the normal shade was possibly to dark for me. It felt a bit oily and got worse as the day went on. I have combination skin and don't like having any unnecessary shine! I didn't feel like it actually did my complexion any favours. Overall I really don't rate this bb cream, so probably won't be using it again. Perhaps it would work better for different skin types though.

My skin is in good condition as in well hydrated so also good tone and texture, i get the odd breakout and have a lot of pigmentation (freckles) so i like to try and even out the appearance of them a little. The consistency of the product is rather smooth and light and was easy to apply, i would just rub it on my fingertips and then over the face. It washes off of the fingers easily with water which is great. It has quite a perfumed fragrance though that fades straight away. It gives a light to medium coverage: just slightly evening out my pigmentation, gives a bit of a healthy glow and doesn't dry out my skin but does make my nose a little oily by the end of the day, has a matt finish and does last all day. The colour leaves my skin looking a little flushed so slightly to much orange/red pigment to it. I'm not sure what similar products are retailed for but this product at $17.49 is fine. The packaging is nice and simple and easy to use. Results: i did expect more from a BB cream as i have heard that they are pretty amazing... it's 5 promises: 24 hr hydration: i wouldn't say that this product is overly hydrating. Evens complexion: slightly. Corrects blemishes: no. Boosts healthy glow: yes. UV protection SPF 15: hopefully. If somebody without problem skin was really on a budget the yes this product could be ok for them, otherwise there is definitely better out there.

Perfect size – for hiding in the handbag or the corner of the vanity, I also like the way it stands, so there is no need to be trying to get the cream to the opening. It seems very thick when it comes out but once applied to the face and heated up it thins out quite a bit, only thing I don’t like about it is it makes me look like an oompa loompa, so I have to put a powder on over top to calm it down a bit, I do like the coverage and it defiantly covers my imperfections. I don’t think I will buy this again though as I prefer a daily cream that I can just slap on and not have to worry about a powder.

I have updated my review. I have given BB cream a second chance and I am starting to like it.

I have never used BB cream so I was really excited and grateful for the chance. The packaging made me a little cautious as all bitsy on the front and looked like you could pull a lable off but you couldn't. I don't want to be rude about the packaging but it looks like when you buy a 'knock off' from certain shops. I expected to find paper instructions inside the packaging but everything is jam packed, printed on the packaging itself. I don't like the lid. It is very messy on the inside after each use. We are all use to our own moisturiser and foundation and for me I found the BB cream very thin when applying but after using for several weeks now, I am getting use to it. The BB Cream went on my face dewy so I found my appearance to be oily/shiny. The BB Cream takes a while to settle in to my face, whic I can find frustrating. I tried with moisturiser, BB then foundation, just BB then foundation and BB on it's own. I do not have a lot of time in the morning to let the BB cream settle in to my face but I am starting to find a routine to allow this to happen. I do like the sweet, fruit fragrance, almost like the smell of Peach Ice tea. During the trial I thought the BB cream did not give me the coverage I expected (impatient expecting miracle in a bottle) straight away. On it's own, I still needed to use concealer or foundation. BB cream did not last on my face all day either. Several weeks laster, I am still working out if BB cream is making a difference under my foundation. I think it is making my appearance look smoother.