After applying BB cream, concealer is typically used to address any remaining imperfections.
BB creams offer lighter coverage than foundations, focusing on hydration, sun protection, and evening out skin tone. Therefore, while they address general unevenness, they may not completely cover blemishes, redness, or dark circles. Here's a breakdown of what you might apply after BB cream, depending on your needs:
Concealer
- Purpose: To cover specific imperfections like blemishes, redness around the nose, and under-eye circles.
- Application: Dab concealer gently onto the areas needing extra coverage and blend it seamlessly into the BB cream using a finger, brush, or sponge.
Other Potential Products
Depending on your desired look and skin type, you might also consider these products:
- Setting Powder: Especially if you have oily skin or live in a humid climate, a light dusting of setting powder will help control shine and prolong the wear of your BB cream and concealer. Apply with a large, fluffy brush, focusing on the T-zone.
- Blush, Bronzer, or Highlighter: Add color and dimension to your face by applying blush to the apples of your cheeks, bronzer to the hollows of your cheeks and temples, and highlighter to the high points of your face (cheekbones, brow bone, bridge of the nose).
- Eyeliner, Eyeshadow, and Mascara: Enhance your eyes with these makeup staples.
- Lipstick or Lip Gloss: Complete your look with your favorite lip color.
Order of Application
A general order for applying makeup after BB cream is as follows:
- Concealer
- Setting Powder (if needed)
- Blush/Bronzer/Highlighter
- Eye Makeup
- Lip Products
Ultimately, the specific products you apply after BB cream and the order in which you apply them depend on your individual preferences and the look you want to achieve.
