BB cream and CC cream

What's the difference between a BB cream and a CC cream? A CC cream is a tinted cosmetic care product with corrective properties that even out skin tone and add coverage. Its rich texture is often better suited to dry and/or mature skin.A BB cream is also tinted, but provides lighter coverage while having moisturizing and firming properties. It illuminates the complexion and its texture is suitable for all skin types. BB creams often come in several shades to blend perfectly with your skin's natural color. Their primary function is to even out skin tone while smoothing out irregularities on the surface of your epidermis. CC creams are genuine skincare products with a real make-up function, as they are often more concentrated in pigments and therefore provide better coverage. They contain numerous ingredients designed to improve your skin's appearance over time, such as antioxidants with anti-aging properties. BB creams therefore generally don't contain as many skin-benefiting properties as CC creams. If you're looking for a make-up product that offers good coverage and improves the overall appearance of your skin, a CC cream is the ideal option for you. If, on the other hand, you're looking for a product with lighter coverage that moisturizes and firms your skin, then opt for a BB cream. What is a CC cream? "CC" stands for "Color Control Cream" and is used to correct and adjust skin tone. In addition to its rich texture, it fights premature aging of the skin and protects it from the damaging effects of light and pollution. A CC cream is a make-up product that evens out the complexion with a natural matte finish, for more even skin tone. It's perfect for those who want to achieve optimum results quickly, with few products and in just one step!CC cream can be used as a skincare product, as it moisturizes and brightens the complexion while evening it out. A great alternative to foundation, it's lighter and enhances the complexion while caring for your skin. It's ideal for women in a hurry who don't have time to apply several products to their face every morning. A CC cream can also be a great make-up base.If you're looking for a CC cream, there are several types on the market. You can choose it according to your skin type and the result you want to achieve. For example, if you have dry skin, opt for a CC cream with moisturizing properties. If you have combination or oily skin, opt for a CC cream with mattifying active ingredients. Finally, if you want to smooth out wrinkles, opt for an anti-aging CC cream. What is a BB cream? A BB Crème (Blemish Balm Cream) lightly evens and brightens the complexion, camouflages imperfections and moisturizes the skin. On the other hand, its coverage is much less than that of a classic foundation, although the result can be more natural. It can be used by all skin types.The formula of a BB cream is gentle on the skin, as it's a perfect blend of skincare and make-up. The result on the skin is natural, the complexion is refreshed and you look more radiant.The main advantage of BB cream is that it has real skincare properties. Used daily, it improves your skin's health day after day, making it more beautiful. You can use it as a make-up base or in place of foundation. Your face is unified and luminous.If you decide to opt for a BB cream to enhance your complexion, there are a few things to bear in mind when buying it: Make sure you find a shade that's as close as possible to your skin's natural color. Otherwise, the result will be unnatural and you'll be left with a fine demarcation... which is probably the last thing you want! If you have oily skin, make sure you find a non-comedogenic BB cream with the lightest texture possible. Otherwise, your skin will be even greasier and shinier, and the product will be unpleasant to wear. If you have sensitive skin, look for a hypoallergenic BB cream. This will help prevent any irritation or rash. Can a BB or CC cream be used to replace foundation? If you're looking for something very light, just to even out your skin, with the most natural result possible, then you can use a BB cream. On the other hand, if you want a more sophisticated result with a specific effect, like a glowy effect for example, then you'll need to apply a foundation over your BB cream or CC cream. It will also camouflage imperfections more intensely if you're prone to acne. Some foundations bring a very natural glow to the skin. A BB cream can also be used as a primer, or make-up base, to make your foundation last longer.If you have a lot of imperfections, but don't want to use a foundation, you can also apply a concealer to correct your imperfections, then use your BB cream or CC cream as a second step.Another alternative is to use a CC cream over a BB cream. In fact, since BB creams provide less coverage but still moisturize the skin, they can be used as a skincare product while slightly evening out the skin, and the CC cream applied afterwards will complete the homogenization of the complexion. When should I apply a BB cream? A BB cream has moisturizing properties for the skin. If you don't have any skin problems, you can apply it instead of your usual day care. On the other hand, if you have oily and/or blemished skin, for example, or very dry skin, continue to apply your specific skincare product after cleansing your skin thoroughly, then apply the BB cream (you can also mix it directly with your skincare product in the palms of your hands, then apply the mixture to your face).You can find BB creams for all skin types, so don't hesitate to try several before finding the one that suits you best! Watch out for the expiration date, because after a few months, BB Cream no longer has the same effect on the skin. How to choose a BB cream? When looking for a BB cream, it's important to keep a few things in mind. As with foundation, you need to choose between different shades, between light and dark tones. Discover our guide to choosing the right foundation.If you're not sure which shade to choose, we invite you to try them out (on your jaw, for example). If the color disappears on your skin, then the shade tested is perfectly suited to your natural skin tone. Or send an email with a photo of yourself au naturel to conseil@mademoisellebio.com, our consultants will guide you.In terms of texture, there are a variety of BB creams on the market with different effects. Some are mattifying, others moisturizing and still others firming. Be sure to check the marketing claims and ingredients list to see if your chosen BB cream is suitable for your skin type. How do I apply a BB cream? Like a normal cream, a BB cream is applied all over the face, not forgetting your neck. You can apply it directly with your hands for a natural result. If you prefer, you can also use a brush. In both cases, it's advisable to start with the center of the face and work outwards.To give your skin a more matte finish, finish by lightly tapping with a handkerchief all over your face. If you want to apply make-up over your BB cream, it's much easier because this product already offers good coverage. You can then concentrate solely on correcting your complexion. One of the main benefits of BB cream is that it evens out the complexion while moisturizing and protecting the skin. It's ideal for those who don't like to apply multiple products to their face every morning, but still want a good result.This type of cosmetics is also recommended for women in a hurry, as it combines several products in one. It is very easy to apply and requires no special gesture. Last but not least, the price is generally attractive. Be careful, however, to choose the right shade for your skin type so that the result is truly natural.