Tips to Apply BB Cream the Right Way
- Written by News Company
In the past, women always wondered what makes the skin of actresses on-screen look so flawless. Well, the secret is out ladies! Short for ‘beauty balm’, bb creams have enjoyed the status of a ‘must-have’. BB cream is a make-up hybrid that covers all the blemishes of your skin and leaves it smooth and flawless for further make-up application. It is the main part of the make-up skincare routine for almost all celebrities. Even dermatologists suggest you coat your skin with bb cream before proceeding with further make-up application.
Beauty or Blemish?
The name ‘bb’ mystifies many folks and is abbreviated as blemish or beauty balm, however, both are correct. BB cream is not just your typical face tint, but an especially formulated balm that acts as a three-in-one base. You might be wondering: three-in-one? But how? Well, every girl is familiar with the process of face-coverage. You do the moisturizing, then priming and then apply a coat of foundation on your skin. However, bb cream is an all-in-one product, which means it settles on the skin flawlessly without moisturizer or primer.
Bb cream evolved in the make-up industry due to the frustration of women over the thick-heavy foundation. Foundations are too heavy for the evolving make-up preferences of women. BB cream is a light-weight alternative with coverage of the same as that of a foundation.
How to Apply It the Right Way?
There are certain things you should keep in mind before jumping off to the application method that is necessary to ensure a perfect bb cream application.
Know Your Skin Type
If you brought home a bb cream thinking all of them are the same, you have done a grave mistake. Different bb creams are made to cater to certain skin types. However, regardless of your skin type, choose one that has a few filler ingredients and is hypo-allergic to avoid any adverse reaction on your skin. BB creams with fragrance were a thing in the first few years. However, they lost the charm as people got to know how bad it is for the delicate skin of your face. Another thing that matters while purchasing a bb cream is the texture. BB creams come in a variety of texture, depending on the skin such as silky/satin or matte. For oily skin, a matte BB cream will do the job for you. In case of dry skin, BB cream with oils will work on your skin and add an extra dewy shine to your skin.
Matching the Color to Your Skin Tone
Skin tone is another thing to keep in mind when getting a bb cream. If you end up getting a bb cream and a little lighter or darker than your skin tone, the results will be extremely bad. When going for bb cream shopping, test different shades on the bad of your hand or arm and do swatches. This will help you find the right shade for you.
Now that we have discussed all the things you should consider before the application, let us go over the application method.
Technique 01:
APPLYING BB CREAM WITH FINGERS
Applying BB cream with fingers is the unspoken rule. It ensures an even, perfect blend. Besides, it is the easiest way, especially for beginners. Here is a little tutorial on how to apply BB cream the right way using your fingers.
Step 01: Measure the Amount
To avoid too much or too little problem, start squeezing little, and go ahead as required. This ensures a decent application, and help avoid the cakey look. If you know the basics of makeup application and can control the amount, this step is not for you. Just squeeze out as you usually do and skip forward to the next step.
Step 02: Go with the Dot Technique
The five dot method is not only for the beginners but also recommended for the pros. This method is effective for even distribution of BB cream equally on the entire face.
Start by dipping your fingertip into the foundation you squeezed out. Now, dab with your fingertip and make dots on the forehead, nose, cheeks, and chin. Make sure that all the dots of the BB cream consists of an equal amount, and also to avoid smearing it.
Step 03: Patting it Into Place
The next step is to smear the cream in the right way. Bring your two index fingers close and start patting the dots in their respective areas. Do so slowly, and avoid rubbing it with your palms. Gently, in a circular motion, spread the cream. The use of circular motion is to avoid skin irritation due to harsh rubbing and clotting of BB cream only in the direction of motion. Start from the middle of the forehead. Continue patting down, from nose to chin and then move to the cheeks. If the circular patting method is not working in your favor, which mind you is highly unlikely, you can try the outward strokes method. Join your middle and index fingers, and blend the cream using outward strokes.
Step 04: Cover your eyes
Your eyes are the most beautiful, most prominent parts of your face. They define you, hence it is important to cover them the right way. However, when applying bb cream around the eyes, be very gentle. If it got into your eye, it can damage the eyes or cause severe irritation. Does not matter if you use the batting technique or blend it with the sponge, try gentle strokes. It is better to use the dot technique for eyes as well, by applying three to four equal dots under and on top pf both eyes. Do not, I repeat, do not forget to cover the lid. It saves you from applying primer on lids if you plan to put on eye shadows. Even if you don’t, it will even out your face’s tone.
Technique 02:
APPLYING BB CREAM WITH SPONGE
Another technique is to apply bb cream using a sponge. The sponge gives better results as it helps blend the bb cream perfectly, 100% of it. Using a sponge also ensures no clots or lines are formed on the face. The steps are the same; just replace your fingers with a sponge.
Conclusion
BB cream is the Holy Grail and the secret to a perfect and smooth makeup application. However, a bb cream is of no use if you don’t know how to apply or if you end up bringing home a wrong shade or texture.