Korean Makeup Trend - BB Cream

Ack, I don't know why I haven't mentioned this on MUT before. BB Creams have been pretty popular among Korean cosmetic users and it's spreading!

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The BB Cream, aka Blemish Balm, is *the* hottest beauty product in Asia right now. The product was originated in Germany and used by dermatologists to help patients who have gone through laser skin surgery soothe and regenerate the skin.

Soon after, Korean celebs started using the cream and a craze was born. Big companies then took the idea and turned it into a product widely available to the public. The new product is suitable for all skin types, especially those with sensitive and acne-prone skin. It has the advantages of both a makeup and skincare product. It can even out skintone, camouflage undereye circles, acne scars and add radiance to the skin without the heavy mask-like effects of a foundation. Prolonged used of the product will also help improve the overall texture of the skin and fade acne scars.

Below is a before-after picture:



You can also check out this clip from BRTC:

Before & After

Some companies that currently carry the BB cream are mostly Korean and include the following:

Bio Remedies Therapeutic Cosmetics (BRTC)

Skin Food

Missha

Skin 79

Etude

The Face Shop

SOURCE

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So think of them as a foundation/tinted moisturizer that's supposed to be good for your skin! A foundation that covers up flaws while improving your skin over time.

I can also post some reviews I've found if anyone is interested.

LOL by the way, one company that makes a BB cream is called Do Do Club.

One girl posted pics of how her skin has improved since using BB creams. I'm in the middle of asking for her permission to post it here.

I was looking for it on internet and sasa.com carries some brands.

Scinic $21.70

Sasa.com - Online beauty and health shop

Palgontong $16.50

Sasa.com - Online beauty and health shop

Lab Story $11.50

Sasa.com - Online beauty and health shop

I wanna try this stuff but dunno if the more expensive one with more ratings is better than the cheaper one..... all new to me

this sounds great. another thing i need to try. thanks for posting Ashley.

Yes we have it here at some shops listed above (Face Shop, Skin food, Misscha).Its more like a makeup base.The problem is it has both good and bad reviews.Good reviews are similar to the above post, bad ones are that it causes breakouts and oiliness, as some said it only suits Korean climate.

bronze, which product by missha has this effect? we have access to that brand in oz, and I might try it..?

Missha has a several of them. Missha M BB cream, Missha Vita BB Cream with SPF, Missha M Shiny BB cream, Missha M Watery BB cream

interesting. if it really works then my gf would LOVE LOVE LOVE this product. thanks for the info!

i got one from a recent swap and i really can't decide whether i like it or not. i got the skin foods mushroom version and been using it for over a month now but haven't notice any changes to my skin. it works almost the same as any tinted moisturizers imo. beside, it is quite expensive, i saw people selling it for $30+ on ebay and i'm not sure if it really worths the $$$. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

That's a neat product, thanks for sharing.

That looks awesome!, too bad i have never seen it here, doubt they sell it here at all...:/

hmmm.. i got a sample from a fellow blogger and i wore it for about as week as a makeup base (it sucks that BB creams come in limited shades). i didn't see any improvement in my skin. i still had acne, post-acne marks, fine lines, etc. I guess you'd need to use the entire tube on a daily basis to see significant improvement.

i can say this though, it makes a GREAT makeup base. one because it in itself already has medium coverage. so it covers up most facial flaws before you even put on your makeup. two, it smooths out the skin and provides a smooth canvas for your foundation. three, you're makeup will definitely "stick" to this base. So give it a try as a base and see how you like it. If you do like it and continually use it, you might see great improvement in your skin too! =D

Originally Posted by Ashley /img/forum/go_quote.gif Missha has a several of them. Missha M BB cream, Missha Vita BB Cream with SPF, Missha M Shiny BB cream, Missha M Watery BB cream yes that's the ones under it

Looks really neat!!! Too bad I can't test it out before spending the $$!

Thanks Ashley!!! I keep getting tons of samples from Missha and Forencos but I never knew what it was for.

i want that! *teleports to korea*

wow, thanks

That's what I need!!!

I would love to try that!

are there any reviews of the Missha products? I wonder which one would be the best to use. I really want to try this now - I'm thinking of going to a skin care specialist to talk about improving the overall appearance of my skin and this might be a great addition to that.

update! I have bought this product! I will review it after I have used it.

I bought the missha gold one - I believe it has 20+ spf. I'll let you guys know what I think!