It’s been a while since I started experimenting with various brands, but I’ve finally found the BB cream that’s perfect for me! Over the past few months, I’ve tried six different brands: Clinique, Estee Lauder, Too Faced, Dior, Garnier and Smashbox. Some were too dark for my fair skin tone and some didn’t provide enough coverage. A few months ago, I blogged about Too Faced BB cream, which at the time was my favourite, but I got tired of the built in shimmer. It’s a great BB cream for night time with that little extra illumination, but it’s too much for everyday use. It took me a while to get my hands on a Smashbox sample because it was always sold out! Clearly the most popular brand at the store – I couldn’t wait to get my hands on some!
I finally managed to get a sample a couple of months ago and I haven’t looked back since! Smashbox Camera Ready BB Cream with SPF 35 is hands down the best BB cream I’ve tested. Available in five different shades, this multitasking miracle cream moisturizes, primes, perfects, controls oil and protects skin from morning until night. Formulated with emollients and optical pearl pigments, this BB Cream gives skin a natural glow without looking shimmery. It provides instant hydration to maintain moisture and creates a beautiful balanced complexion. It’s ideal for oily complexions like mine with UVA/UVB protection which helps to inhibit oil production and prevents shine throughout the day without the typical chalky matte finish of sunscreen. I LOVE IT!
I consider my skin fairly sensitive and I’ve never had a reaction to this gentle, fragrance-free and dermatologist tested BB cream. I wear it alone most days and combine it with a mineral powder for occasions that call for a little more makeup. On days when I need a little extra spot correction, Smashbox BB cream works seamlessly with my favourite concealer by NARS when I apply the BB cream first and then spot correct with my concealer and a brush.
Highly recommend this BB cream for anyone looking to achieve a flawless complexion with minimal prep time. Smashbox BB cream has made my makeup routine so much easier and my skin loves the additional skincare benefits! It’s a little pricey at $50 CDN, but well worth it and a little goes a long way. Before you commit, you can request a free sample from any Sephora location. Their samples are so generous you’ll be able to try it out for at least a week to see how you like it. Enjoy!
I may be a fashion and beauty blogger, but in the hot summer months, I like to keep my makeup routine as simple, clean and natural as possible!
