BB Cream vs CC Cream

Baffled by BB creams and confused by CCs? You’re not alone! It seems that these two products remain something of a mystery in the beauty world and have most women utterly confused as to how, where and why to use them. And don’t get us started on what BB & CC stand for…that seems to bamboozle us all! At a recent charity beauty event that we hosted, most of the guests were unfamiliar with BBs and CCs and didn’t know the difference between the two, or what their uses are. In fact, we received so many queries about these makeup hybrids on the night, that we decided to put together this blog post, to dispel any myths and to explain exactly what these products do. So here goes…welcome to the ins-and-outs, the ups-and-downs and the highs-and-lows of BB & CC Creams.

BB CREAMS EXPLAINED:

BB stands for Beauty Balm or Blemish Balm and refers to a lightweight cream that gently evens out skin tone and contains ingredients to help diminish blemishes. BB creams don't provide the same level of coverage as foundations, so we tend to compare them to tinted moisturisers, for want of a better term. They’re designed to moisturise, protect and correct and they bridge the gap between makeup and skincare.

BB creams are more hydrating than foundation, making them perfect for drier skins, and they can provide a beautiful radiance to the skin. We’re huge fans of the Erborian range of BBs (and CCs!) which contain effective, healing skincare ingredients to nourish, soothe, moisturise and protect…along with the addition of SPF. In fact, we regularly recommend this cult Korean brand to our army of happy beauty clients, thanks to its innnovative products that work a treat.

The skincare ingredients that BB creams contain are key, which is why we look to brands like Erborian that include anti-inflammatory and healing properties to not just conceal problems but to heal and protect. Erborian’s BB cream is available in five shades and two formulations, so why not think about booking a consultation with us to find your perfect BB - or CC - cream from the comfort of your own home?

As for how and where to apply BB cream, we encourage our clients to use it on a daily basis as the last step in their skincare routine (no need for a moisturiser underneath, unless you’re particularly dry), and to apply it with fingers for the most flawless finish… the heat from your fingertips will help melt the cream into your skin. This product will quickly becomes the best time-saver in your morning beauty routine!

CC CREAMS EXPLAINED:

Welcome to the world of CC, or ‘Colour Correcting’ creams. Think of them as a foundation, sunscreen, moisturiser and anti-ageing product in one - with a little more coverage than a BB cream! Whether you suffer from dull skin, patches of redness, or just a smattering of pigmentation here and there, these are the creams that skin dreams are made of! They promise to instantly ‘wake up’ the face…and a whole lot more. Especially if you go for one of Erborian’s best-selling CC creams, which boast the benefits of traditional medicinal herbs and Korean technology.

Erborian has several contenders in its CC range, and we’re kicking off with CC Red Correct - the ultimate product for those wanting to tone down and correct redness. We’ve introduced lots of clients - from teen girls to per-menopausal women - to this game changing product and they now swear they cant live without it. It starts off green before slowly adapting to match your skin tone and create a balanced, more even, and luminous complexion. You can use all over the face, or just dot on the areas you want to lighten or brighten, before applying your usual foundation. As with all makeup products, there are no hard and fast rules, and it’s all about finding your beauty groove and the most effective way to wear your CC cream. Another good reason to book in for a consultation with us professionals to get the flawless skin you’ve been after for years.


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CC Dull Correct does exactly what it says on the tin! It instantly combats dull, tired-looking skin with a blend of violet pigments and micro-pearls that lighten, brighten and revive the complexion. It gives the skin a real boost and you can prepare for people to comment on how well you look and whether you’ve been away! As with CC Red Correct, you can apply all over the face on its own to replace foundation or tinted moisturiser. Or you can dot on ‘problem’ areas or use as a makeup base.

Erborian’s original CC cream is a Verymakeupmad staple and something of a beauty icon. We both use this multi-purpose cream regularly, albeit in different ways. M uses as a concealer, applying under her eyes to brighten, and on any blemishes or areas of discolouration to conceal. V uses all over her face instead of foundation, to give a healthy glow and an even, radiant finish. Again, it’s colour adapting, gradually changing from white to match your skin tone, and it contains ingredients to protect the skin and boost firmness and elasticity. It’s available in 2 shades - Clair for fair skin, and Dore for darker skins.

The newest member of the Erborian CC family is CC Eye (again, available in two shades). It works brilliantly to moisturise the delicate eye area and smooth any lines and wrinkles, whilst concealing dark circles and puffiness. It also brightens the eyes and thanks to its very light formula, never looks cakey or creases.

So, now that you know a little more about the beautiful world of BBs and CCs, why not invite us round to give them both a go? We’re here to sort out your red bits, dull areas, blemishes, and pigmentation, and we promise to brighten your under eye area too! We always listen to exactly what you want to achieve and we only bring you the products that we know will suit your skin tone & texture, lifestyle and budget, thanks to our ‘Skinterview’ that you fill out before your consultation. We then arrive at your door armed with our signature pink boxes, full of the products that we’ve cherry-picked for you to sample, feel and experience - with absolutely no hard sell. And we promise to leave you armed with more confidence and, ultimately, the master of your own makeup routine.

Take advantage of our 20% discount VERYMAKEUPMAD20 online at LookFantastic when buying Erborian.

Love & flawless skin, Vikki & Mala xx