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BB Cream Vs CC Cream: Know the better option for your skin type

Over the years, both BB cream and CC creams have been crowding the shelves in the beauty & skincare industry as multipurpose alternatives to other makeup products. These creams are famous for their ‘no make-up makeup look’ and for providing a natural and even skin tone. Even if your regular make-up routine involves a moisturizer, sunscreen, a face primer, and then a long line of more makeup products, a BB cream or CC cream can be handy on days you are in a hurry or feel like wearing minimal makeup as they often combine skincare and makeup together. 

These creams can act as an alternative to:

  • Primer
  • Concealer
  • Foundation
  • Highlighter
  • Sunscreen 
  • Skincare products
  • Moisturizer

What is a BB cream?

A BB Cream, with ‘BB’, stands for ‘beauty balm’ or ‘blemish balm’, is best for concealing small blemishes and minor imperfections on your face. Most BB creams are like tinted moisturizers that offer sheer coverage. They are ideal for a no make-up look or for days when you are running late. These creams are like a 3-in-1 formula that can easily replace the foundation-primer-moisturizer to give you a flawless look. A BB cream is lighter than a foundation and some BB creams contain high SPF (sun protection factor), which is a dream come true indeed. 

What is a CC cream?

‘CC’ stands for ‘colour control’ or ‘complexion corrector’. CC Creams help in correcting discolouration on your face and giving an even skin tone. Lighter in consistency than BB creams, CC creams often have a fluffy texture and provide a matte finish. 

  • CC creams can help you in targeting dark spots, red patches, and discoloured areas and in evening out the skin.
  • CC creams can also contain anti-ageing properties, and if SPF-rated, can help protect against photo-ageing.
  • CC creams are a good option if you don’t like heavy makeup but still want something easy to use and provide a polished look.
  • Some CC creams contain light deflection particles that help correct skin that appears sallow, red, or tired.

So, how do you know what’s best for your skin?

Before choosing any make-up products, it’s important to know the ingredients. Halal makeup means products that are free from alcohol and any animal by-products. Lafz beauty products take pride in creating halal-certified products to help you take care of your skin without coming in contact with ingredients that could be najis or haram.

You can choose the right halal BB or CC cream based on your skin type. Here are some tips: 

Oily skin

If you have oily skin, CC cream is an ideal choice for you. Its matte texture helps makeup from slipping off due to your skin’s oily nature. This helps best in keeping any skin discolouration well covered. Often, the right cream can help prevent pimples, breakouts, and other skin problems. Most BB creams contain hydrating serums, thus making oily skin even more oily. Compared to BB creams, CC creams will feel lighter on oily skin, thus giving a better overall look. CC creams offer more coverage and give an even finish, while also minimizing pores. They are best if you have pale skin and age spots.  

Dry Skin

BB creams with high moisturizing ingredients will suit you best if you have dry skin. The additional moisture prevents skin from drying out and will give your skin a smoother look. BB creams with added minerals help in hydrating and replenishing dry skin. If foundations feel too heavy or smothering on your dry skin, BB creams are an ideal replacement. For anyone whose skin tends to lean towards dryness, the additional moisturizing properties of BB creams will work best for the face. 

Acne-prone Skin

The lightweight texture of CC creams can help in causing fewer breakouts in acne-prone skin. CC creams also offer a whipped, fluffy finish and can help in camouflaging acne and blemishes to give your skin a brightened look. They are ideal for acne-prone skin and provide a lighter texture than BB creams. Another advantage of using CC creams is that they provide colour correction and will help with areas that have blemishes or scars that are healing out. 

Sensitive Skin

If you have sensitive skin, then it is always best to first check the ingredients that best suit your skin. Halal CC/BB creams are free from any animal product and alcohol, and thus can be helpful if you have allergies to such things. The main idea behind BB creams is that they help in avoiding multiple products. They also contain mild and mostly hypoallergenic ingredients, thus making them more suitable for sensitive skin. 

We recommend Lafz Ivory Anti-Pollution CC Cream as it has a non-sticky formula, gives a smooth finish that nourishes and evens out your skin tone.