BB Cream – A Versatile Cosmetics Solution for All Seasons

To care for facial skin while simultaneously protecting it from external factors, cosmetics manufacturers developed the BB cream, also known as the Beauty Balm. What is this multifunctional product, when should it be used, and how can you navigate  the vast range of options available?

One of the most important steps is to understand your skin's condition and needs, as well as how the BB cream will be used daily — is it for protection to reduce premature aging caused by UV radiation, blue light from phones and computers, environmental pollution, etc. Or are you instead looking for a long-lasting evening makeup look, which, of course, is best provided by conventional silicone (dimethicone) and acrylic-based BB or foundation creams? That would be a reasonable option for an evening out, however, that should not be your everyday choice. Just like having fast-food once a month won’t harm your health, consuming it daily is not advisable. The same applies with cosmetics  — you should consider your everyday approach to skincare products and their impact on your health.

Combining multiple products in one, BB cream applies effortlessly, providing a subtle coverage and protection against external factors such as wind or sun. It keeps the skin hydrated throughout the day while offering light coverage and gently evening out the skin tone. A good BB cream should definitely contain broad-spectrum SPF, specifically labeled as Broad Spectrum or UVA/UVB, to truly protect the skin from the harmful effects of UV rays. Ideally, it should also include vitamins, antioxidants, and soothing ingredients. When using a BB cream, the skin remains moisturized, well-cared for, and protected. It is crucial to carefully check the product's ingredients when choosing one. This is especially important for individuals with sensitive, thin, problematic, or allergy-prone skin. As much as one might want to, we strongly advise against using products containing the following ingredients on such skin types regularly: Dimethicone, PEG, Stearate, and acrylates (often recognizable by their root words): Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylates Crosspolymer, Carbomer, Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA), etc. Additionally, avoid allergenic natural substances such as Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol, Benzyl Alcohol, as well as skin-irritating ingredients like Sodium Benzoate, Benzoic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Propanediol, and Alcohol.

How Does BB Cream Differ from CC Cream (Color Correcting)?

The primary difference lies in their function. BB cream is lightweight, designed not only to even out the skin tone, but also to hydrate and protect it. CC cream, on the other hand, is meant to correct the skin tone. It has a richer texture and contains light-reflecting particles that give the skin a more even and radiant appearance. The focus of CC cream is on improving skin tone. Nowadays, with the advancement of cosmetics using the latest hi-tech innovations, there is no longer a need to focus on just one specific function. The CLEAN BEAUTY slogan "Less is More" is increasingly embraced. For instance, modern BB creams can illuminate the face like CC creams or be applied with a brush for a more even and covered skin tone. The market offers a wide variety of products with names that are broader or different, depending on the manufacturer’s preference to highlight a specific function as the priority and adjust the name accordingly.

For example, the LABRAINS BB cream could be named LABRAINS CC cream if the focus were on evening out skin tone. However, since the emphasis is on skin protection, prevention of premature aging, and evening out the skin tone being a secondary function, we have chosen to call it a BB cream.

How Does BB Cream Differ from Foundation?

Foundation is denser, richer, and longer-lasting, making it more suitable for professional makeup or special occasions, while BB and CC creams are better suited for everyday use. Compared to foundation, BB and CC creams are much lighter and more breathable. We want to emphasize that conventional foundation creams, which create such a smooth and long-lasting texture, can seriously endanger your skin's health. These products can disrupt the balance of the microbiome, deplete the skin's protective barrier function, cause pH imbalances, and pollute the skin layer. Specifically, synthetic oily fluids begin to accumulate in the skin's lipid structure, replacing its natural fats. The effects of this may become apparent for some after a year, for others after 10 years, but once these problems are identified, restoring balance is much more challenging and requires considerable effort and resources. Let us learn from the mistakes of others, which have already been extensively documented in numerous scientific publications.

LABRAINS BB Creams – A Step Ahead.

LABRAINS BB creams do not clog pores, they reduce premature skin aging, and improve the skin's protective barrier. The creams gently moisturize, care for, and lightly tone the skin, creating a neat and radiant appearance. Additionally, the calcium sodium borosilicate in the formula helps prevent photoaging caused by UVA/UVB rays and blue light emitted by electronic devices — a particularly vital feature in winter season. 

It is a well-known fact that UVA/UVB rays are harmful to our skin. They can damage skin cells, promoting premature aging and even skin cancer. However, the effects of blue light emitted by electronic devices on the skin are less researched. Prolonged exposure to blue light has an even greater negative impact than UV radiation. It increases oxidative stress in skin cells, which accelerates premature aging, causes pigmentation spots, and reduces skin elasticity. It can also worsen existing skin conditions, such as acne, especially if the skin is continuously exposed to blue light without protection. Therefore, it is essential to take care of skin protection daily.

LABRAINS BB creams contain moisturizing and nourishing ingredients for the skin, so they can easily be used on their own as the first step in your morning skincare routine. This also helps to avoid the "pilling" effect, which can occur when the natural ingredients in the BB cream interact with the hydrating particles in a serum or cream applied beforehand.

The packaging of LABRAINS BB cream is designed to minimize exposure to external particles during use and to make it easy to control the desired amount of product. The cream is used with the cap facing upwards — turn the cap until it clicks, dispense a small amount of product, and then close the cap securely.  

The clay in the BB cream's formula may leave residue on your hands. Therefore, if you prefer applying the product with your fingers rather than a makeup sponge or brush, we recommend washing your hands afterward.  

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Our BB creams are suitable for all skin types. Particularly recommended for dry and sensitive skin.