La Roche Posay BB cream
BB-cream in literal translation means cream-balm. At the La Roche Posay brand, they are presented in the "Hydreane" line. Let's take a closer look at what it is and what are the features of these products for this brand.
A bit of history
For the first time, such a cream was created in Germany and was intended for people who have serious skin damage: scars after operations, burns, scars and other problems. The cream contained a large number of natural ingredients and was intended not only to mask the existing flaws on the skin, but also to have a healing effect.
Modern creams marked "BB" are produced by many cosmetic companies. The French company La Roche Posay is no exception. There are two toning shades to choose from in the assortment: light tone and natural beige.
BB cream can not only mask minor defects such as age spots or post-acne, but also has a whitening and anti-inflammatory effect. Advertising says that the product is able to eliminate the initial signs of aging and can be used in the eye area, while many other creams are not recommended to be applied under the eyes.
Action
Manufacturers claim that La Roche Posay BB cream is able to solve several problems at once:
- Retains moisture for 12 hours.
- Soothes and relieves irritation.
- Evens out the complexion and gives the skin a slight glow.
- Reduces the number of free radicals.
- Protects from excessive exposure to sunlight.
The therapeutic effect of modern creams is often questioned by specialists. There is an opinion that a tool that combines the solution of several tasks is not very effective. Therefore, one should not expect a miracle from any cream and refuse basic care. It should be understood that this is, first of all, a tinting and masking agent. The rest of the tasks it performs in passing.
Compound
Consider the main ingredients that make up this miraculous remedy.
- Thermal water. Its share in the total mass of the cosmetic product is 15-20%. Unlike ordinary water, thermal water has a high content of trace elements and minerals. It soothes irritations, restores the skin, relieves irritation.
- Glycerol retains moisture inside the skin, has a cleansing effect. Depending on the level of humidity in the environment, glycerin can have the opposite effect. If a woman using a product that has an excessive amount of glycerin in its composition is in a room with dry air (air conditioning, heaters, etc.), then this ingredient will draw moisture from the inside, thereby drying the skin. If, on the contrary, the air atmosphere is humid, then cosmetics with a glycerin base will not harm the skin. Perhaps that is why reviews of the same cosmetics are often radically opposite. As part of the La Roche Posay BB cream, the proportion of glycerin does not exceed 7%, which is in line with international standards.
- Selenium acts as an anti-inflammatory agent, slows down the natural processes of the skin.
- Sodium hyaluronate or hyaluronic acid has a moisturizing effect, stimulates regenerating and metabolic processes, helps in the fight against wrinkles.
- Hydrolipids retain moisture at the cellular level, soothe sensitive skin, give a feeling of comfort.
- Apricot Kernel Oil - a natural natural component that relieves irritation, tones and soothes the skin.
- maize oil contains a lot of vitamin E, protects the skin from the harmful effects of the environment, stimulates the production of elastin, softens and nourishes rough skin of the face.
- passion fruit oil fills the skin with nutrients, fills the cells with moisture.
- shea butter (or otherwise shea butter) has a wound-healing effect, ideal for treating acne.
- mineral pigments used as dyes of natural origin. Dermatologists confirm that they are completely safe for the skin and do not irritate even sensitive and problematic skin. Thanks to them, the face acquires a healthy even shade, becomes radiant from the inside.
Result
The result of the action of the La Roche Posay BB care cream can be observed after the first application. Thanks to the components present in the composition of the product, the face acquires a healthy even shade, becomes radiant from the inside. The cream has a protective factor SPF-20, so it can be used even in the summer. With daily use, many users notice a noticeable improvement in skin condition, it becomes healthier and well-groomed.
Application
The cream is recommended to be applied in the morning on clean skin. Its action lasts up to 16 hours, which allows you not to correct makeup during the day.The annotation says that the cream is suitable for all types, including sensitive skin. However, some user reviews say that on oily skin, it leaves a not very pleasant shine. Therefore, the cream should be applied in a thin even layer. To do this, experts advise using a sponge, and preferably a makeup brush. In order for the product to be distributed over the surface of the skin more evenly, the brush can be pre-moistened with water.
With proper application, after a few minutes, the light scattering function begins to work: the cream is evenly distributed over the entire surface of the face, captures all skin tones, adapts to them and, as it were, dissolves on the face, becomes invisible, while successfully hiding all existing problems. The tube has an economical volume of 40 ml and, with the recommended use, this volume is enough for a fairly long period of time.
The fluid keeps well throughout the day, after absorption it does not leave marks on clothes and when touched. The cream does not contain perfume fragrances, so it does not smell and does not cause allergies. The cream does not clog pores and is easily washed off with a micellar solution or other cleanser.
Tonal care products of the French brand La Roche Posay are also available in the Rosaliac line. They have stronger SPF-30 sun protection, which is why dermatologists recommend using this foundation for skin diseases, such as rosacea.
In the video below you can see a review of BB cream La Roche Posay.
