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5 Best BB Creams to Buy Under $25

Updated on July 16, 2013

BB creams seems to have revolutionized the entire concept of ‘beauty’. In a way we can say they came, they saw and they conquered. Almost the complete clan of beautydolls are mesmerized by these beauty balms or blemish balm creams. Just name it and we have it!! However these have been blamed to be a bit pricey, so in this post just read on to know which of the bb creams you can buy $25. I hope you have already read my previous post on 5 Best BB Creams for All Skin Types

Holika Holika Pore Clearing Petit BB Cream For Radiant Skin Glow
Holika Holika Pore Clearing Petit BB Cream For Radiant Skin Glow

Holika Holika Pore Clearing Petit BB Cream

What the Product Says: This BB Cream comes with Tea Tree oil and Sebum Control Powder, so it is good to be used for those with oily skin. The tea tree oil helps clean the skin from within, giving it a clean and clear texture.

It helps to reduce red spots and various other skin troubles which you might be confronting. The sebum control powder is good enough to give a fresh and youthful appearance to your face.

Also, the shine on the face is considerably reduced due to the presence of Sebum control powder.

The Holika Holika Pore Clearing Petit BB Cream is available in around five versions so you may choose the one which best suits you:

Clearing: It contains Tea Tree oil which helps to control oil on the face and gives a clear skin. Has SPF30 PA++.

Essential: It contains Collagen and Caviar which helps to promote a healthy and younger looking skin. Has SPF30 PA++

Moisture: It contains Hyaluronic Acid which helps in moisturizing and soothing your skin. Has SPF30 PA++

Shimmering: It contains pearl powder extract which helps to give a pearly glow on your face and thus brightens the skin. Has SPF45 PA+++

Watery: It contains Green Tea and Glacier Water which helps to give a natural and glowing look on the face. Has SPF25 PA++

What the Reviewers Says: The Holika Holika Pore Clearing Petit BB Cream is good for those who want to hide away their blemishes as well as redness. You can use it if you have oily skin, combination skin and acne prone skin. It comes with yellow undertone.

A continuous usage of this bb cream helps to make your skin texture even. The cream blends well into the skin and does give a natural look to your face. It comes with a soothing smell too.

Holika Holika Pore Clearing Petit BB Cream leaves a matte finish and it may last for around 4-5 hours if you have oily skin and more for those who do not have oily skin. This bb cream can be used for daily application and it won’t clog your skin pores too.

It has a creamy consistency. You will just need a small amount of this bb cream and it will cover your entire face. It comes in a travel size packet and thus is fit to be carried in your bag. Overall a good bb cream for your daily skin care.

MISSHA M Perfect Cover BB Cream No.23 Natural Beige
MISSHA M Perfect Cover BB Cream No.23 Natural Beige

MISSHA M Perfect Cover BB Cream No.23 Natural Beige

What the Product Says: This bb cream is considered to be a multi purpose skin perfecting bb cream. It helps to given an even tone to your skin and improves complexion too.

The Missha M Perfect Cover helps in concealing blemishes and thus gives a perfect coverage to your skin. This cream comes with blocking UV rays, helps to whiten the skin as well. It also claims to hide away your wrinkles too.

The cream also has a moisturizing effect on the skin and gives a sleek look to the skin. Thus you makeup will look just natural and not overdone. The product promises UV protection as it comes with SPF 42 PA+++

The Missha M Perfect Cover helps to give a radiant glow to your skin and it is meant for all skin types. It not just calms your skin but heals it too. It soothes your skin and you can use it as a makeup base or foundation also.

The bb cream is available in 5 different shades: #23 natural beige, #13 milky beige, #21 light beige, #27 honey beige, #31 golden beige. While mlky beige and light beige are pink tones, natural beige and honey beige can be used by those who have yellow undertones. Golden beige is for those with a deeper skin tone.

What the reviewers say: The Missha M Perfect Cover bb cream comes in pump. This bb cream has somewhat creamy consistency, though a small amount is enough to cover your entire face.

The cream is good for those with pimples and acne scars as it goes a long way in hiding away those. If you have oily skin then it is recommended for you.

This bb cream comes with a soft smell which is not too overpowering. However, it can be removed with the help of a good makeup cleanser, so buy that one too.

In terms of coverage, the bb cream blends well into your skin. It has a soft texture and makes your skin smooth, this bb cream helps to control oil on the skin and can stay for long hours on the face. A must to buy for sure.

Lioele Beyond The Solution BB Cream
Lioele Beyond The Solution BB Cream

Lioele Beyond The Solution BB Cream

What the Product Says: The Lioele Beyond The Solution BB Cream is described as ‘total solution concept’. It is one of the most popular Korean BB Cream.

It gives a natural coverage to your makeup, makes you look real and helps to even out the skin tone too. The bb cream gives a very soft and smooth look and can be easily absorbed too.

This bb cream is considered to be a quick to apply cream because it does not require any makeup base.

Some of the essential ingredients found in this natural bb cream includeds: jojoba oil, licorice acid derivatives, bisabolol, macademia nut. Due to these ingredients, your skin will feel soft, moisturized and smooth too.

What the Reviewers Say: This bb cream has an amazing coverage, you don’t need to apply any foundation after using this cream. However this cream has somewhat thick texture in comparison to other bb creams, thus it is good for those with wrinkles, acne spots, redness or acne blemishes.

It leaves a matte finish on the skin which is quite a good thing. Also, it needs to be added that this bb cream is ‘without SPF’. The cream lasts long on your skin

Dr. Brandt Flexitone BB Cream SPF 30
Dr. Brandt Flexitone BB Cream SPF 30

Dr. Brandt Flexitone BB Cream SPF 30

What the Product Says: Dr Brandt Flexitone is a multifunctional bb cream which helps in ensuring that you get a flawless and natural coverage. This cream gives multiple benefits to your skin.

You will see that this bb cream comes with SPF 30 and also helps in reducing aging process too. It has pearl powder as one of the main ingredients which increases luminosity and Perilla Oil Complex which helps to increase hydration.

Dr. Brandt Flexitone BB Cream comes in just one shade which is made with ‘Flexitone’ color blending. Owing to the color blending facilities, you will see that this BB Cream will work on correcting lots of skin issues like skin texture and tone.

This gets blended well into the skin and thereby give you a flawless look. Once applied you will see that all the skin flaws like dark circles, fine lines, wrinkles get hidden and you overall complexion looks bright and beautiful.

What the Reviewers Says: The special feature is that it can be used on all skin types. The texture of Dr. Brandt Flexitone BB Cream is lighter than other bb creams owing to the use of synthetic sunscreen archives rather than mineral archives.

This bb cream ensures a wider coverage. It can be used by those with normal to dry skin but all those who have extra sensitive skin should not use it. However the main drawback is that it contains very low amount of antioxdiants.

It has got a thumbs up in terms of lightweight, texture and blending. Once applied the skin takes a healthy glow as it hides away uneven blotchiness and blemishes with ease.

You can use it with or without makeup, it serves as a perfect makeup base too.

L'Oreal Youth Code SPF 15 BB Cream Illuminator
L'Oreal Youth Code SPF 15 BB Cream Illuminator

L'Oreal Youth Code SPF 15 BB Cream Illuminator

What the Product Says: The bb cream from L’oreal promises to be a multifunctional bb cream which helps to hide away your skin imperfections and give an instant glow.

It comes with five benefits for your skin- evening out skin tone, illuminating , perfecting, moisturizing and protecting your skin.

It contains SPF 15 and is available in two shades of light and medium.

It promises to improve the tone and texture of your skin in just one week. This bb cream also promises to fade away your dark spots faster than other bb creams.

The active ingredients include Octinoxate and Titanium dioxide.

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What the Reviewers Says: L'Oreal Youth Code SPF 15 BB Cream Illuminator has a floral scent which is pleasing and not overpowering. It contains Vitamin B3 and C5 which helps to brighten and nourish your skin.

Yet another ingredient is ProCysteine which is effective in protecting your skin from harmful environmental aggressions.

This bb cream gives a long lasting radiant effect on your skin as you can feel that your skin is pretty moisturized and hydrated too. It is good for reducing acne spots too.

It does not in any way oxidizes. The bb cream has received a thumbs up for being natural looking, blending well and for being soft and smooth on the skin. This bb cream however may not be good for those with oily skin.

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