MAKE UP | VICHY's Idealia BB Cream

L-R Bare skin, with VICHY's Idealia BB Creme, with VICHY's Idealia BB Creme + concealer.

I've never been a fan of the Western BB creams. You're probably sick of me saying that so in short I'll just say that I believe they're a waste of time. I am however, a VICHY fan so when I heard that they were releasing their own BB cream, despite my hatred of the dreaded double B's, I had to get my hands on them. And I'm bloody glad that I did. I mentioned the VICHY Idealia BB Cream* in my June Favourites post and I didn't go into much detail as I do believe they deserve their own post.

This is the BB cream that changed my mind. It contains pink mineral pigments which help to instantly extinguish grey tones, conceal imperfections and even out and illuminate the complexion. The comparison pictures above do the talking on coverage and as you can see, it's pretty damn good. I wouldn't say it's full coverage at all which for me, is a little bit scary. But it's definitely medium coverage that feels light on the skin. That's the reason why I love this product so much. It covers the majority of my imperfections without making my skin feel heavy - perfect in this current weather.

The fine, light texture melts into the skin beautifully and gives a soft finish with natural looking coverage and the true feeling of bare skin. When it comes to foundation, I tend to find that they settle into my dry areas around my blemishes but this BB cream doesn't as it provides 24 hour hydration. It leaves the skin looking like skin - glowing, beautiful and natural. I've even been complimented on my the condition of my skin when I've been wearing this which never, ever happens to me.

This has helped me get through the hot weather we've been having recently without breaking down and making me look like an oil slick. Unfortunately, there are only two shades available and as you can see from the swatches above, they're quite similar in colour so those with darker skins probably won't get away with it. It's suitable for sensitive skins and comes with SPF 25 and UVA and UVB protection.

What's your favourite BB cream? Have you tried the VICHY one?
*PR Sample
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