As I get older and my skin has less blemishes, I have really tried to wean myself off using foundations. During the day time, I typically prefer to let my skin breathe and not wear any type of coverage or very little, but as time passes I'm realising that a light tinted moistuirser or BB cream with SPF would really benefit my skin in the long run. Having searched high and low, I tried a fair few and I’ve decided to review my favourites, all of which I would highly recommend.
ON A BUDGET?
Witch BB Cream (approx. £6.99 from Boots/Superdrug)
This BB cream claims to cover existing blemishes whilst clearing up any possible new ones so I was quite intrigued to see how it would look. I tried a small patch on my hand which was considerably thicker that I had expected but I decided to give it a go.After applying a small amount with a sponge, I could instantly tell that this was quite a lot heavier than I had hoped. Instead of a light consistency, it felt more like a giant tube of creamy concealer on my face, which actually ‘set’ on my face almost instantly.
Even though its consistency was not what I had expected, I will say that the coverage was pretty impressive. Its peachy tone matched perfectly with my skin and gave it a very glamorous look with great coverage. If you are looking for good coverage but without using a heavy and expensive foundation, this is definitely the way to go. It lasts practically all day and smells delightful.
It wasn’t exactly what I was looking for because I wanted something a little lighter and more natural looking for the day, but the thick texture would deliver on covering up problem skins so if this is what you are looking for...Go Go Go!
WANT TO GRAB A BARGAIN?
Garnier, Miracle Skin Perfector All-in-One BB cream (approx. £9.99 from Boots/Superdrug)
A staple in my daily make up bag now. The cream is of a thick consistency BUT a little goes a long way and it blends really well. It smells fresh and citrusy like all Garnier products, and is really pleasant to put on. The coverage is just enough to even out skin-tone and not look like you're wearing something on your skin. It moisturises very well and has SPF which makes it great under make up for those that are put off by conventional greasy/ opaque white sunscreens on the face. I like to apply this product to freshly cleansed skin, with a bit of concealer under the eyes for a very natural and glowy look. It's a great way to "detox" from heavy foundations, and great for day time wear.
PAYDAY BLOWOUT?
Laura Mercier, Illuminating Tinted Moisturiser (approx. £32.99 from Space NK, House of Fraser, Selfridges)
This is BY FAR my favourite of them all. My ideal product would be light and natural looking, but with good coverage and to really make it amazing, I would love for it to give my skin a dewey glow. With this illuminating tinted moisturiser, I got ALL of the above.It is so lightweight and really lets my skin breathe. People have actually complimented me on my skin when I wear it, which is something that has never really happened before!
The one thing I would say was that it the shade I was recommended by the lady behind the counter (Nude) was a little lighter than I expected and it made me look quite pale. If you are going for the English rose look then pair with a deep red lipstick but if you are looking for a “just got back from holiday” look, pair with a bronzer, like the one from St Tropez.
The great thing is that it can also be worn in the evening, with a little powder over the top to make it slight more matte. I would really go as far as to say that Laura Mercier owns the world of base coverage for perfect skin!
I hope that gives all of you a little food for thought if you are contemplating buying a new tinted moisturizer or BB cream.
Peace,
O x
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