BB cream: what are they?

Let's start with the basics

First, it's important to understand what those two stand for b: BB cream is the acronym for BlemishBalm. Basically, it is a face cream that nourishes the skin helping to cover even small defects.
These creams, originally created by a German dermatol looking for a product that can protect the skin and hide small imperfections and scars following laser surgery, have been hugely successful in Korea and have rapidly expanded into everything as well. the rest of Asia. In autumn 2011, BB creams arrived in Italy thanks to Garnier, the first company that launched them on the market with a formula designed to meet the needs of Western women, immediately obtaining positive feedback and a great success, becoming the number 1 * in Italy.

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How do they work?

As I told you before, BB creams are a real treatment that combines skincare & makeup, combining the characteristics of a face cream with those of a light foundation. In fact, in addition to moisturizing the skin, these creams even out the complexion, brighten the complexion, mitigate imperfections and protect from UV rays. In some cases, then, there are specific BB creams that help counteract the signs of age (BB anti-aging cream) or to regulate excess sebum production (BB cream for combination skin).

Why choose them?

The answer to this question is easy: because they simplify everyday life. First of all, you will have only one product in your beauty case (or bag) instead of having to carry around a moisturizer and a foundation; secondly, you can use the same product (perhaps in different shades if you tan) both in summer and in winter.
In addition to being an excellent solution in the morning, to avoid losing those precious extra minutes under the sheets (and in winter getting out from under the duvet is always traumatic), it is ideal for touch-ups during the day, whether they are for a gallant dinner. post office, for an important business meeting or to compensate for the dark circles caused by a sleepless night.

For further information: www.garnier.it

* IRI data January 2012-July 2013. N ° 1 sales by volume value. Mass Market Skin Care Italy