Is BB cream a concealer?

The main difference between concealer and BB cream is the type of coverage. A BB cream is an all-in-one product that provides light coverage, hydration, and sun protection. On the other side, a concealer is best for covering up dark circles, redness, and other minor blemishes.

Do you need concealer and BB cream?

If you've got hyperpigmentation, breakouts, or über-dark undereye circles, a BB cream isn't going to have the power to make them completely disappear. You'll still want a concealer for any problem areas you want gone.

What is BB cream used for?

What is BB cream? BB cream is short for 'blemish balm' or 'beauty balm', and it's used to moisturise, protect, and correct your skin. BB creams became popular in South Korea in the mid-1980s but were actually created in Germany in the 1960s to help patients recovering from laser treatments and surgery.

Is BB cream like a primer?

While a BB cream is more lightweight than the usual cream foundation, it still offers medium to full coverage as a normal foundation! What is BB cream's benefit for us? Its smoother texture also allows BB cream to function as a primer by evening out skin tone for flawless makeup application.

Which is better concealer or primer?

A primer forms the base, a foundation forms your second skin, and a concealer magically makes your spots, blemishes, and other inconsistencies disappear.

How to Use a Concealer After a BB Cream

What's a concealer for?

But, what is concealer anyway? Concealer is similar to foundation except it's generally thicker and hides dark circles, age spots, blemishes and more by hiding pigments and blending these imperfections into the skin. You should always apply concealer on top of your foundation so it doesn't smudge.

Do you put foundation over BB cream?

Foundation

You will still get coverage but it will not look cakey. Adding BB cream to foundation can give your skin additional hydration and perfect its appearance.

What can we use instead of concealer?

A full-coverage cream or liquid foundation is an excellent substitute for concealer. Spot treat the affected area(s) by dabbing on a small dot of foundation using your ring or pinky finger (they're more gentle than your index finger) to blend with the surrounding skin, and allow to dry before applying any more makeup.

Is it necessary to use concealer?

Using a concealer is NOT necessary for everyone, but it can be a great way to brighten up your face and hide blemishes. If you have good skin with no dark circles under your eyes, you can skip using it. However, if you have minor blemishes that you want to hide, using a concealer is the best idea.

Can I put BB cream on my eyelids?

Can I use BB cream on my eye lids? Yes, you can use BB cream, but you might want to use a concealer instead. BB cream is more likely to slide on your eyelids than a concealer, and it's a little too creamy for use on the eyelids.

Which is first concealer or BB cream?

As a general rule, apply concealer just before your eye makeup (eye shadow, mascara, etc.) and once your liquid foundation or BB cream has been well absorbed by your skin. Because concealer requires targeted applications, diluting it with your foundation will reduce its power.

Can I wear BB cream everyday?

You can use a BB cream as part of your daily routine in place of foundation. If your skin tends to be oily, the moisturizer in a BB cream may be enough. But if you have normal or dry skin, you may want to apply a moisturizer before your BB cream.

How is BB cream different from foundation?

Standing for "beauty balm," BB creams are lighter than foundation, which is designed for max coverage. "BB cream offers sheer coverage. Foundation is a better choice if you're trying to cover blemishes or imperfections," explains celebrity makeup artist Scott Patric of Project Runway and Say Yes to the Dress.

Do you need powder after BB cream?

Step 3: After the BB cream is fully blended, use your favorite concealer to add additional coverage to any areas that you feel could use a little extra love. Step 4: As an optional final step, apply a translucent setting powder to preserve your look. If you want a dewier look, feel free to skip this step.

Do I need foundation or concealer?

The answer is simple. Foundation is the base of any makeup look and Concealer is meant to conceal blemishes and skin discoloration. If you have an even skin tone but you need to cover some minor blemishes and dark circles, then go with a good coverage concealer.

Can I wear concealer without foundation?

You Can Totally Wear Concealer Without Foundation—Here's How. Concealer is kind of like your favorite skin-care serum: You can't really see it, but it does some heavy lifting behind the scenes. Once blended under your foundation, it chameleons those uninvited pimples, dark spots, or bits of redness away.

Can u use foundation as concealer?

Use the exact shade to match your skin tone. This means you could use your regular foundation as a concealer instead of buying a separate one. The foundation should preferably provide at least medium to heavy coverage in order to work.

Can I use concealer without primer?

Step 2: Don't forget to apply a primer, this gives the concealer a base to stick to. Without primer, the concealer might settle into the zit and make it look unappealing. Step 3: If you use your hands, sanitise them properly before dabbing concealer onto the zit.

In what order do you apply makeup?

Do you apply BB cream with fingers?

Most BB creams offer a light sheer finish, and are best applied with your fingers as the warmth of your hands allows the BB to truly adhere to the skin, so it's impossible to see that you're actually wearing make-up.