BB cream is an all-in-one facial cosmetic product designed to replace, moisturizer, primer, foundation and sunblock. It can be worn alone as a tinted moisturizer, over serum and moisturizer as a regular foundation, and under powder, depending on the desired amount of coverage. It contains 15% Titanium Dioxide, a physical sun block,
BB creams were originally formulated in the 1960s in Germany by dermatologist Dr. Christine Schrammek to protect her patients' skin after facial peels and surgery. It was Introduced to South Korea and Japan in 1985 – where healthy-looking, porcelain skin is heavily prized – the cream was hailed as "the secret of Korean actresses," and was heavily endorsed by Korean celebrities.
Because Korean companies focused initially on the Korean and East Asian markets, they are offered in a limited number of hues. Instead of offering multiple shades for different skin tones, most formulas are designed to oxidize to match the user's skin tone. Shades available are Light, Medium and Med/Drk.
Color Perfect BB Cream is a Broad Spectrum sunscreen with an SPF rating of 30, the minimum recommended by most dermatologists. It is a multi-tasker, an all-in-one treatment, an alternative to foundation, especially for women who find traditional foundations too heavy for their taste.
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