BB Creme - I was behind the times, but now I know what it is.

Through Lemongrass Spa, I was just recently introduced to BB Crème (Beauty Balm).  After a little online research I discovered BB Crème has been around for a while.  I’m only about 5 years behind this makeup trend.  According to WebMD it could first be found on US store shelves in the spring of 2011.  If you want more information on the development of BB Crème you can find it at http://www.webmd.com/beauty/makeup/beauty-balms-bb-creams

I wasn’t exactly sure what BB Crème was verses a liquid foundation.  In talking to a friend her teenage daughter uses it.  If you want to know what is what in the world of makeup and fashion always go to the teens.  I remember flipping the pages of my Seventeen magazine and can only imagine how the teens of today get their information.  They have a plethora of resources.  We had to wait a whole month for the next magazine.

I’ve always been a liquid foundation kind of girl and that is likely because it was the only choice when I started wearing makeup.  When I was introduced to Lemongrass Spa I noticed my choices were BB Crème and a mineral foundation (powder).

I had heard of mineral foundation back when I was still watching a little daytime TV as a stay at home.  I’m still a stay at home mom, but for the past 5 year’s part of that title also included homeschooling mom.  That means it was at least 6 years ago when I saw the commercials for mineral foundation.  I was curious and of course wanted my skin to look as amazing as the TV models, but it was a deal where you had to order it.  I was always too chicken to order it because I didn’t want to get stuck with a monthly order of makeup I didn’t even like.  Plus, I kind of figured my freckled complexation would never look as stunning as those models, lol.

For those of you like me that are still wondering what exactly is BB Crème, well here is what I found over at http://www.makeup.com/bb-cream-vs-foundation.  It is basically an all in one skin care crème, SPF, and makeup.  The difference from foundation though is BB Crème is more of a tinted lotion with skincare properties that will help even out your skin tone.  It isn’t full coverage like foundation, but it sounds like a healthier option for one’s skin if you are okay with lighter coverage.

There was a time when I wouldn’t have left the house makeup free.  Now it depends on the day, my mood and where I am going as to what level of makeup I will wear.  I honestly go makeup free more days than not. I decided to give Lemongrass Spa’s BB Crème a try.  Lemongrass Spa’s BB Crème offers an anti-aging formula that keeps skin feeling youthful and hydrated throughout the day.  It is Gluten-free and vegan, has a SPF of 15,  no PEGs, GMOs, fragrance, parabens or synthetic color.

For me this lighter coverage with its anti-aging ingredients is a perfect fit.  Having an option of natural ingredients verses chemical I’m choosing natural.  I really am not trying to cover up anything, but I definitely want to even my complexion out a little. Those of you with freckles know where I am coming from, but I’m sure all of us have some issue that we want to soften through the use of makeup. 

Plus, if I want a little more coverage I can always add a layer of Lemongrass Spa’s mineral foundation on top of my BB Crème.  The benefit of both BB Crème and Mineral Foundation from Lemongrass Spa is that I’m putting makeup on my face that is 97%-100% natural.  Removing unnecessary chemicals from daily routine is really what first led me to try Lemongrass Spa products.

For those of you that are local, if you are interested in testing colors, the feel of BB Crème on your skin, or just like to be pampered set up an appointment with me for a makeup make over and I’ll treat you to an “At Home Facial”, if you want.  I am happy to do one-on-ones or get some friends together and make it a party.