For the last few years, BB creams seem to have been the rave
in cosmetics. I didn’t know much about them, except that they're very popular in
Asia. But from my research BB stands for Beauty Balm or Blemish Balm. It’s an
all-in-one product that can even tone, moisturize and protect your skin. In Asian
markets it’s a skin lightener as well. And I understand there aren’t many BB
cream options for women of color. But
the IMAN cosmetics brand is about embracing all colors of skin and enhancing
your natural beauty. The company founded by the Supermodel/Mrs. David
Bowie/Businesswoman Iman recently released their own. It’s called
IMAN SkinTone Evener BB Crème. And it comes in 6 shades, ranging from sandy brown to
rich dark brown skin. I love IMAN products because they cover a wide scope of skin
complexions.
I tried IMAN BB Crème. I have some good news and not so good
news about my experience with the IMAN BB Creme. I’ll start with the not so
good news. I picked the wrong shade. Look at the “After” photo of me below. See
how my skin has a slight tint of a rustic brown color? The IMAN website has a “Find
Your Shade” section with models of various skin complexions. I picked the model
that I thought closely resembled my skin color. But it wasn’t the right match
for me.
The good news is that I like the BB Crème. It goes on very,
very light. It doesn’t dry out your skin.
In fact, my skin felt moisturized when I put it on. I assume that’s due
to almond, aloe and Vitamins A, C and E ingredients. I love that it has
sunscreen in it. I know people think that black folks can’t get sun cancer, and
that is not true. Our melanin provides some sun protection, but we still should
wear sunscreen.
Back to the IMAN BB Crème, I don’t wear foundation
often. My skin is fairly clear and
even. But if I can find the right match to my skin, I will definitely wear this
in place of foundation when those blemishes do pop up. Check out the second
picture. I’m in a different light and the BB Crème looks pretty good on me here. But
I want to find the right shade that looks good in any light.
And I forgot to mention a MAJOR reason why I like the
product is because it is paraben-free.
Now time for the giveaway! One lucky winner will get an IMAN
Cosmetics pack with lipstick, blush, BB Crème trial samples, etc. Best answer
to this question wins:
IMAN BB Crème evens skin tone, hydrates skin, protects your
skin, etc. Why would a BB Crème make you feel better about your skin?
Email your answer to me at
cocoaflyblog@gmail.com with your name
and mailing address. I’ll post the winning answer.
Deadline is May 1st. Good luck!
FTC Disclosure: Any and all product is
being donated to CocoaFly.com by IMAN Cosmetics for participation in the trial
program. These items are not intended as payment for any favorable
opinions.
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