Bb Cream As Foundation Primer

Aug 31, 2012

Tanya A.

Does BB cream work as a foundation primer as well? I know it had a primer built into it but ive heard that you can put your foundation over the BB and it will keep your makeup from fading. I just want to know if any of you have tried this and does it work!? If it works im all for it I just don't want to spend my money if its not gonna work as good as a plane jane foundation primer. Thanks :]

Aug 31, 2012

Dana K.

I've never tried it, but I don't see how if wouldn't work. Adding the foundation would just enhance the coverage. 

Aug 31, 2012

Rita J.

No I do not think anyone should use bb cream as a primer. Some are too thick. They clog your pores and make some people break out. Ur best bet if u can't afford a high end. Foundation primer hard candy sells one at Walmart for $9 which works wonders. 

Aug 31, 2012

Stacia J.

there is a girl on yourtube ( my fave yt girl)Shaaanxo shes uses Lioele Triple The Solution BB Cream under foundation its full coverage and looks so pretty to me.. not sure if it helps keep it on longer but i just like the look of it

Aug 31, 2012

Ipek C.

I use clinique's bb cream as a pre-foundation step & it hasn't failed me. However, I'm using a powder foundation (bare minerals), you might have a different experience if you're using a liquid foundation.

Aug 31, 2012

Amanda R.

BB Cream is designed to be worn alone OR under foundation. All Asian/Korean BB cream's website's discuss this, which is what they're meant for. 

Aug 31, 2012

Yasmin K.

I've been using it as a primer - on and off - for the last year. Another member here on Beautylish - a year or two ago - recommended to mix it with foundation as well and I did that as well and like it. 

Sep 1, 2012

Shelley W.

There truly isn't a rule stating that you can't do it. It doesn't work for everyone...you should give it a try to see if it works for you. :)

Sep 2, 2012

Kyle G.

I've used bb cream and had clients use it as well for a primer, just to get a firm base for their foundation. I've honestly seen it create an extremely smooth canvas for foundation. :) BB cream was created to be worn alone OR as a base/Primer for foundation. :) hope this helps hun! 

Sep 2, 2012

Stacie P.

I wouldn't use a BB cream as a primer. That is, unless it's an American Brand. Then I think it's alright to do. But if it's a Korean brand (best B.B creams out there!), I don't think you'd need it.

Sep 2, 2012

Brittney T.

BB Creams may be too heavy to use as primer. Since they are multifunctional (evens texture,tinted moisturizer,spf , brightener)
It may affect the appearance of the foundation

In need of the foundation use your BB cream (as a foundation base) along with concealer set it with powder and VOILA!!

* Depending on which BB cream you use some brands have more coverage than others :)

Sep 2, 2012

Olivia G.

I definetly think you can! Especially if you use a very expensive foundation. The BB cream just means that you use less of your foundation!