I hadn't really got on this BB cream band wagon until BR gave me the opportunity. I was using the shade Medium for the Combination to Oily skin, as I have exactly that, Oily to combination skin.
My first impression was the bottle was simple and attractive but slightly awkward, so it pulled me in more to try the BB cream, then as I opened the bottle and gave it a squeeze to see what the product was like and it was really runny and the product dispenser hole is to big for the runny consistency. I prefer my face products to be a bit thicker. The smell smelt to chemically, and it kind of put me off.
Thoughts when using product: they say a little goes a long way, and that is definitely right for this product, which is a great feature as, it means it can last that little bit longer. I found it easier to apply it with a brush to get a more even finish than when I applied it with my fingers. With this product giving a light coverage it was great to wear if you dont want to put a complete 'face' on and the smell I mentioned above? Non existent when on your face. YAY!
I tried many different methods with the BB cream: With primer, without primer, Primer/setting powder, base for foundation. and to be honest the best method I found was just using the primer with the BB cream.
As the days wore on, I found it a great product even when it 'developed' a bit to much, but then I just reduced the product amount applied the next day. I didn't have any issues with it wearing off during the day , I would get a good 7 hours out of one wear before I would take it off.
I had one little issue though, I became very itchy around my face when I used it. But I loved this product for all its minor flaws and it is a great product.
I would recommend this product if all you are looking for is a light coverage and easy quick application.
It is definitely a product i will use if i had minimal amount of acne. This product makes your skin look near perfect without making you look like you have heavy makeup on. But the coverage isnt too great. And this BB cream does not hydrate the skin so sometimes it can leave your skin looking flaky and the smallest dead skins on your face will show. Maybe using it with a moisturizer may solve the problem. This product will be perfect for people who dont like to wear foundation all the time since it does make your skin look a whole lot better. The good thing about this product is that it absorbs really well and it gives a matte finish which is perfect for people who have oily skin.
Tips: Even though it says it moisturizes i recommend using a moisturizer first if you have dry patches on your face.