So before I talk about this product I just wanted to say that I did ALOT of research and I watched a lot of BB cream comparison videos on youtube and this one definitely caught my eye. I can only compare to one other BB cream that I have had, which I will talk about later.
FIRSTLY! I didn't want to pay a high price for a BB cream because I wanted to make this an everyday 'lazy' product to put on my face when I didn't want to put on my Estee Lauder Double wear foundation. Not to say that my double wear foundation is heavy, I just find it really dries out my skin and gets into my pores (I don't find it necessary to wear a primer underneath it because it stays very, very, well), and it at times just makes my skin feel really gross. So in a way, I feel like I shouldn't be hurting my bank account over something that I'm probably just going to wear to work or around the house!
So my skin gets very red and blotchy around my cheeks and jaw bone (see photos). My skin is really sensitive and definitely reacts to strong cleansers and face scrubs so I was really happy when this covered the redness and didn't make my skin react! I wouldn't say I have oily skin, but I definitely sweat when waitressing gets hectic which I guess summons the oil in the end hahahaha.
The other BB cream I have used was Nude's 'BB 5 in 1 Miracle cream' (you would have high expectations, am I right?!). BUT Nude was the first BB cream I had tried so I couldn't really compare it to anything, but it did have a smell and after a while I definitely began to hate it! It wasn't matte, and I felt like it was for drier skin than mine as it felt quite oily. Gainer's on the other hand is extremely matte when it dries on your face.
CAUTION! Don't use too much!!! This stuff is RUNNY. And at first glance you would probably regret your purchase but honestly - less is more. And be super careful when you tip it upside down and squeeze it because it will actually go everywhere. And trust me, I was surprised that such a thin product could give me such amazing coverage and cover all my redness and small pimples, acne scarring, you name it!
Cost - I got mine while it was discounted to $8.99 at Chemist Warehouse. Usually I think it might be around $12-15.
So overall, if you're looking for a matte BB cream LOOK NO FURTHER! This is definitely for you.
(I usually make sure I steer clear of products being tested on animals, and L'oreal claims they don't test on animals on their website.. however I know they definitely sell to China which means they would for legal purposes. So I was a little distressed buying the product and if I find a vegan alternative I love I will definitely, definitely,
write another raving review)
Kira xx
