Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Garnier BB Cream Miracle Skin Perfector for Combination to Oily Skin

I''ve never got sucked into the hype surrounding BB cream. Since they first came on the scene I wasn't one of the people who rushed out to the shops to buy one. I like wearing foundation that has a medium to full coverage so I just thought they weren't going to be for me. Don't get me wrong I've seen so many great reviews on them, but one thing always stood out for me there didn't seem to be one catering for girls like myself that have combination/oily skin. I was contacted a while ago and asked did I want to try out a new product from Garnier, I wasn't told at first what it was going to be so I thought why not. At my door arrived their new BB cream that's especially for people with combination/oily skin. I decided one evening after work to give it a go, I wasn't expecting too much but I was so surprised at how great this left my skin looking. I got the lighter shade of the two available and   it's the perfect match for my skin tone. I do have visible pores on my nose, this does diminish the appearance of them slightly so I'm not wary about them as much. Coverage is a big deal for me, it was one of the issues that stopped me from trying BB creams at the start when everyone first went mad for them. Garnier BB cream has fairly decent coverage and is quite buildable also. When applying the product I put two 5 cent coin size amounts on the back of my hand, using my Real Techniques buffing brush I lightly buff this into my skin which gives a gorgeous natural finish. If I have any blemishes I apply a few dots of concealer where needed. I don't usually use powders over the top, only when I want it to last that little bit longer like when I'm going to work for a full day or when it's sweltering out. When I do want it to be long wearing, I use either Laura Mercier's Mineral Powder or Rimmel's Stay Matte, both work amazingly well with it. Of course I use the latter more as it's much more affordable. My favourite blush to use with this is MAC's Pink Tea, it gives a hint of pink to the cheeks perfect for this look. I can see myself rocking this combination all through the Summer, it's so easy to achieve.

Now for the damage the price, €14.99 isn't too bad at all considering I've been using mine so much and it still feels full. I'll be buying this again once I run out simply because I've never used something that feels so light and looks so nice on my skin. I also like how the new packaging as it's makeup bag friendly. The original Garnier BB cream came in a big tube which I guess would be more difficult to carry around and must of taken up so much space.

Do you like BB creams? Will you be trying Garnier's new offering?

Laura<3

18 comments:

  1. hmmmmm... I am with you on the whole BB thing, I never got it, when I swatched them they looked very greasy, even on my hand. This however sounds like it might suit better.

    Nice review Laura. Also: Love the Trainspotting Poster in the back!

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    1. Thanks I'm glad you liked the review:D I know I never liked them but this is brilliant, it doesn't leave my skin looking like a greasy mess at all and it has such a lovely finish. xx

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  2. I hve really really pale skin. Do you think its very pale or more of a medium colour?

    I really want to try a BB cream :')

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    xx

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    1. I wouldn't say it's very pale,I say it's a step up as I wear MAC NW20 and it's a perfect match for me. I'd swatch it instore if I was you just to be safe xx

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  3. I tried the original Garnier BB cream and like you have oily skin and it did nothing for me but I really want to try this, I went to buy it a few days ago but they had ran out in store :( I will find it soon hopefully lol!

    Em

    x

    Em's Mixed Bag

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    1. I seen it was sold out in my Boots too. Try to get your hands on it if you can it really is great xx

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  4. I love the Korean bb creams, this looks lovely on you!

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    1. Thanks hun. I've never tried the Korean BB creams maybe I should xx

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  5. Garnier BB cream is my absolute favourite! I love what is does for my skin, it look really good on you here
    Daniella x

    http://daniella-r.blogspot.co.uk/

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    1. Thanks hun:) I've never tried their original BB cream but this is amazing if you have oily/combination skin. I'll definitely be picking up another soon xxx

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  6. This has hardly been off my face since getting it, it's perfect for my oily skin!

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    1. I love it:):) I definitely have a new found love for BB cream especially this one. xx

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  7. this is a great review! you have a lovely blog by the way! :)

    http://www.marthaelle1.blogspot.co.uk/

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  8. This is my go to bb cream at the moment! I really like it! I just bought the Maybelline dream cream bb an am still testing it out.

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    1. Same I've been using this constantly:) I have the Maybelline BB cream, I like it but I still prefer this one xx

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  9. I love this! I was a fan of the old one too, but when my skin slowly changed from dry to combo, I just couldn't get away with it. I like this one much better :) x

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  10. Thank you. I just wanted to know where to ship it since I know now to keep producing it



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