What are BB, CC and DD creams? Last few years, makeup products are more about alphabets than about product descriptions. If you have been to Sephora, Ulta or any drugstore lately, you must have been bombarded by these creams which have joined the range of tinted moisturizers and foundations. Well, if you aren’t well aware of these alphabet formulations already, you are at the right place. What do they all do? What is the difference? And which one is the one for you?
We have got all the answers. From traditional moisturizers to DD creams, we have broken down all the options for you.
TIME TO FIND YOUR BEST FACE CREAM
Tinted Moisturizer
Before the BB creams, was the tinted moisturizer. The product gives you a bit of color (usually pretty sheer) and has a moisturizing effect. While they are still in the market, there hasn’t been many new launches in this segment recently. Tinted moisturizers give you a light coverage and are great for days when you do not want to wear something heavy on your face.
BB Creams
What is it?
BB cream stands for blemish balm and they intend to give you the benefits of makeup with skincare. Well they started off in Asia and have become super popular in the US. They are lighter than foundation but heavier than the tinted moisturizers and come with additional benefits like SPF and antioxidants depending on which brand you choose.
What it does?
They smooth your skin to even out the complexion and skin tone, moisturize and protect against sun damage.
How to use?
Although BB creams have SPF, don’t wear it like you would wear your sunscreen. A little is enough to illuminate your face. You can use BB creams as a primer, moisturizer and a foundation!
Who should use it?
It provides the least coverage of all and is great for younger woman who needs just a little touch up.
CC Creams
What is it?
CC stand for “color correcting”. The cream is a color corrector loaded with Vitamins C and E that is meant to tackle issues like redness or sallowness. It is lighter on the skin than BB cream.
What it does?
Their primary purpose is to correct color related issues. It also comes with SPF (depends on the brand though).
How to use?
It’s lighter than BB cream and can be used in a similar way.
Who should use it?
CC cream is the one for you if you are prone to acne, have redness or sallowness, dark spots etc.
DD cream
What is it?
The “Dynamic Do-all” cream is like a BB/CC hybrid. They combine the benefits of both BB and CC creams. However, they primarily address the issue of aging.
What it does?
The special feature of the cream is that it helps in reducing wrinkles and fine lines with use. It will also help in balancing your skin tone and would provide protection to the sensitive areas.
How to use it?
With continued use, you will see improvements in the texture of your skin. It is safe enough to be used as a part of your daily routine.
How it differs?
The USP of this product is its anti-aging benefits. If you want to reduce wrinkles and fine lines, the cream is for you.
Flash Balm
The last one featuring on our list are the flash balms. Well, they aren’t tinted like the blemish balms but us great for an ultimate skin. It instantly freshens up your face by moisturizing and tightening your skin and helps in removing signs of fatigue. It doesn’t even your skin tone but helps in taking care of fine lines and wrinkles.
