Top Six Most Popular Korean BB Creams

What is BB cream? BB cream stands for blemish balm cream. It was originally invented by German dermatologists for patients who have undergone laser skin surgery to soothe, heal and regenerate their skin. Later on, Korean celebrities adapted this formula and started using BB cream for creating the natural flawless skin look. Now it has become one of the hottest beauty trends in Asia.


BB cream is a cosmetic product that combines foundation, moisturizer and concealer all in one, perfectly suitable for a busy girl’s daily makeup use. How to use it? It is recommended to do the basic skincare before applying BB cream. And be sure to clean it thoroughly after use. When applying BB cream, use as little as possible. A small pea size amount will be enough to cover the whole face. Applying too much BB cream will make the face look pale and fake.

In this article, I will share with you the top six most popular BB cream product reviews and comparison.

BRTC Jasmine water

Easy to blend: 5/5
Coverage: 4/5
Moisturizing: 5/5
Oil-Control: 5/5
Overall comments: BRTC Jasmine water BB cream is the best rated product so far. It has good balance of moisturizing and oil-control, suitable for all kinds of skin types. Light to medium coverage. The looks are very light, natural and long lasting. But, good things come at an expensive price.







Skin79 Diamond

Easy to blend: 5/5
Coverage: 3.5/5
Moisturizing: 4/5
Oil-Control: 3.5/5
Overall comments: This BB cream is best known for creating the flawless natural look. It provides decent/light coverage. The moisturizing effect is good, but not enough for dry skin. Generally brightens up yellow/fair complexion. However, it is not recommended for sensitive skins, since many have experienced break out.







Legere White Multi BB cream

Easy to blend: 5/5
Coverage: 5/5
Moisturizing: 3.5/5
Oil-Control: 3.5/5
Overall comments: The Legere BB cream is comparable to BRTC brand while the price is more affordable. The cream itself looks dark at first, but after applying for a minute or two, it blends in very naturally. The oil control may not be enough for oil skin type as spotting may be noticeable after 4 or 5 hours of wearing.







Dr. Jart + Black label

Easy to blend: 4/5
Coverage: 5/5
Moisturizing: 5/5
Oil-Control: 2/5
Overall comments: This product is perfect for dry skin or winter use providing good moisturizing but so-so oil-control. The coverage is medium to high, although it may look fake and chalky.







Skin79 Super Gold

Easy to blend: 4/5
Coverage: 3.5/5
Moisturizing: 5/5
Oil-Control: 2/5
Overall comments: This BB cream gives decent coverage yet look very natural. Strong moisturizing effect, perfect for dry skin and winter use.







Missha M Perfect

Easy to blend: 3.5/5
Coverage: 4/5
Moisturizing: 3.5/5
Oil-Control: 2/5
Overall comments: This BB cream is the most affordable brand with the best coverage of all. It comes with two shades, #21 for fair, and #23 for darker skin tones. It is easy to blend and suitable for dry skin. However, the cream feels heavy on the skin and has a grayish undertone.





BB Cream or Blemish Balm Cream is among Asia's hottest beauty products right now.It is said that the formula comes from Germany where dermatologists prescribe it to heal laser skin surgery because it has soothing and skin-regenerating properties. Famous South Korean actresses then began using it for beauty purposes and since Asian dramas are huge all over, a craze was born. The trend that started in Korea first spread to Japan then to South East Asia and is now quickly making its way to Europe and the USA.

Korean celebrities seem to be blessed with naturally flawless skin, as you've surely noted if you watch K-dramas a lot. Well now we know that they'e able to maintain their beautiful skin with the help of a secret weapon called the BB Cream.
Referred to as the secret of Korean actresses, the hallyu (wave) of Korean cosmetics in Asia started in 2005 with the launch of the BB Cream. BB stands for "Blemish Balm" and dermatologists initially used it to help laser surgery patients protect, soothe and regenerate their highly sensitive skin while also providing good coverage for post-laser scars and redness.
Celebrities who underwent laser surgery discovered and started using this wonder cream. Korean cosmetic companies got wind of it, realized the business potential, adapted the technology and started making their own formulas, thus making it available to the general public. Song Hye Kyo, the pretty Korean actress in the above photo is among the first to reveal that she uses the product.

This "public" version of BB cream is suited for all skin types and are targeted to those who have sensitive and acne-prone skin. It has the advantages of both skin care and makeup as it improves the skin's condition and evens out the skin tone while providing coverage for dark spots and other blemishes.

General Product Features and Benefits
* Produces a very natural, "no makeup look"

* Provides perfect coverage like a foundation would but since it's not as thick, it doesn't clog the pores

* Works pretty much like a tinted moisturizer

* Conceals all types of pigmentation, discoloration, acne and other blemishes

* Has healing properties that soften, smoothen and refine skin

* Encourages skin regeneration to create and maintain youthful skin

* Contains UV Protection for healthy skin (SPF levels differ for each brand/product)

* Anti-wrinkle and skin-lightening benefits (available for some variants)