BB Creams for Natural, Flawless Complexion

BB cream, or "Beauty Balm," primarily focuses on hydration and light coverage, while CC cream, or "Color Correcting" cream, specializes in neutralizing specific skin concerns like redness, sallowness, or dullness through targeted pigments.

•BB cream: BB cream offers a natural, all-in-one approach to perfect and even out skin tone. It's ideal for those seeking a radiant finish with added skincare benefits.

•CC cream: While CC creams also offer some coverage and skincare, their main purpose is to correct discoloration for a more uniform complexion. Our Magic Anti-Redness BB cream is a BB cream and CC cream hybrid, evening out skin tone while also counteracting redness.

Check out our Beauty Magazine to learn more about the difference between BB cream and CC cream.

Yes, BB cream is designed to be able to be used as a standalone product, making it an excellent choice for streamlining your beauty routine. Its multi-functional nature allows it to provide light coverage, hydration, and color correcting all in one step, perfect for those days when you want a quick and effortless look. For an enhanced glow or more perfected finish, you can also pair your BB cream with other lightweight complexion enhancers. For instance, L'Oréal Paris True Match Lumi Glotion can be applied beforehand for an all-over luminous base, or dabbed on top of your BB cream to highlight specific areas, adding radiant dimension to your skin.

Yes, BB cream is not only suitable but also recommended for older skin. Its hydrating and smoothing qualities are particularly beneficial for mature complexions. Unlike heavier foundations that can settle into fine lines and wrinkles, BB creams offer lighter coverage that blends seamlessly, providing a more natural and youthful appearance.

For enhanced skincare benefits for mature skin, consider pairing your BB cream tinted moisturizer with L'Oréal Age Perfect moisturizers or serums to address specific anti-aging concerns. Additionally, adding products with SPF to your skincare routine will help protect mature skin from sun damage.

Using BB cream is simple for beginners by following these easy steps:

1.Start with clean, moisturized skin.

2.Squeeze a small, pea-sized amount onto the back of your hand.

3.For a natural, effortless finish, apply the cream directly to your face using your fingertips, blending outwards from the center of your face.

4.For a more polished look or if you prefer a bit more coverage, a damp beauty blender or a foundation brush can help you achieve a seamless, even application. Simply dab or stipple the product onto your skin and blend gently until it disappears.

5.Blend well for a fresh, radiant complexion.

BB creams offer a range of beneficial effects for your skin that can improve its condition over time.

•Beyond immediate cosmetic enhancement, BB cream tinted moisturizers consistently deliver hydration, helping to maintain the skin's moisture barrier and promoting a smoother, more supple feel.

•Many BB creams contain ingredients that work to subtly correct and even out skin tone, like the Vitamin C and Vitamin E in Magic Skin Beautifier BB Cream, reducing the appearance of redness or dullness with continuous use.

•The light coverage often contains perfecting pigments that blur imperfections, contributing to a more refined skin texture.

The cumulative effect of these properties—hydration, tone correction, and subtle resurfacing—results in skin that appears healthier, more radiant, and visibly improved in overall tone and texture with regular application.

You can purchase L’Oréal Paris BB creams in-person at your local drugstore, at grocery chains, large retailers like Walmart and Target, or online through retailers like Amazon and Ulta Beauty. Click the “Buy Online” button on the BB cream foundations' individual pages to see where to purchase online, or use our Store Locator to find an in-store option to shop for BB cream near you.