This is an automatically translated article.
BB and CC Cream are multi-use products. They combine makeup and skincare in a single formula that saves you time, money, and vanity space. However, BB and CC creams have certain differences. So which one is better for your skin?
1. What is BB Cream?
BB cream is a makeup product with skin care benefits. “BB” stands for “beauty balm” or “blemish balm”. BB cream is the best product to be used to conceal small imperfections. The lightweight foundation is also ideal for “no makeup” makeup. In addition, BB Cream also has ingredients commonly used in skin care. This means that you can both use BB cream to conceal blemishes and care for your skin.
BB Creams vary by brand, but many have ingredients like:
Skin protectants: vitamins, antioxidants Moisturizers: hyaluronic acid, glycerin, panthenol, ceramides Minerals SPF: zinc oxide, titanium dioxide Brightening agent: niacinamide, licorice root Firming agent: peptide, hydrolyzed collagen
2. Uses of BB Cream
Normally, the main use of BB cream is to hydrate dry skin. It should be noted that the SPF content in BB Creams can vary greatly. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends using a sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher every day. If the BB cream has a lower SPF, you need to apply more sunscreen.
Khi sử dụng BB cream bạn có thể cần thoa thêm kem chống nắng
3. What is CC cream?
CC Cream is similar to BB Cream but has more coverage. “CC” means “color control” or “complexion corrector” – skin color correction. Specifically, CC Cream is formulated to correct skin tone such as:
Red skin Dull skin Dark eye circles Uneven skin color Hyperpigmentation (like brown spots) Acne scars
4. Uses of CC Cream
In terms of skin benefits, CC cream has many features in common with BB cream. Examples of ingredients include:
Skin protectants: vitamins, antioxidants Minerals SPF: zinc oxide, titanium dioxide Brighteners: niacinamide, licorice root Firming agents: peptides, hydrolyzed collagen Soothing agents: green tea, soy, shea butter In general, CC cream focuses on anti-aging properties. Most CC crams have an SPF formula, plus ingredients that smooth out wrinkles and age spots.
5. BB and CC cream: Which is best for your skin type?
Before deciding to choose BB cream or CC cream, you need to know the nature of your skin. Here is some information to help you choose the right cream:
5.1. Oily skin
CC Cream is best for oily skin. Thanks to its matte texture, it's less likely to slip off the skin. On the other hand, BB Cream may be too soft, easy to drift for the needs of oily skin.
When choosing a CC Cream, look for an oil-free formula with skin-conditioning ingredients like:
Silica Colloidal clay Charcoal
Cc cream được đánh giá tốt cho da dầu hơn BB cream
5.2. Acne skin
Use CC cream if you have acne-prone skin. Its soft texture is less likely to cause breakouts. You can also look for oil-free formulas with:
Colloidal clay Tea tree extract Salicylic Acid
5.3. Dry skin
BB Cream often contains moisturizing properties, so it can be used by people with dry skin. Moisturizing ingredients to watch out for include:
Ceramides Hyaluronic Acid Glycerin Panthenol
6. What is the difference between BB and CC Cream compared to foundation?
Foundation is a makeup cream used to even out skin tone. It is ideal for covering discolored skin due to redness or hyperpigmentation, ...
Foundation comes in different forms such as liquid, cream, liquid powder, compact powder, mousse, solid stick. The coverage and color of the cream also vary depending on the type of foundation.
Compared to BB cream and CC cream, the foundation is more matte and has better coverage. However, it lacks skin-friendly ingredients so it is not a multi-purpose product. When you use foundation, you still need to apply sunscreen, moisturizer, and primer. These products usually do not need to be used until BB cream or CC cream.
7. What's the difference between BB and CC Creams compared to tinted moisturizers?
Tinted moisturizer is a cream containing skin color pigments, which hydrate the skin and increase skin coverage. Tinted moisturizers are seen as simpler versions of BB Creams. Both have moisturizing and foundation effects.
Tinted moisturizer has less coverage than CC cream. Even then, it often feels more greasy than CC cream, due to its supple nature.
To know which BB cream or CC cream is better for your skin, you need to know the nature of your skin, see what type of skin you have? Based on the information in the article above, you can choose for yourself the right product.
Please dial HOTLINE for more information or register for an appointment HERE. Download MyVinmec app to make appointments faster and to manage your bookings easily.
Reference source: healthline.com
