Blergh!

So it's happened, the first touch of wintery weather and I get some sort of bug!

I'm not up to writing a big long post, so I just want to remind everyone to look after themselves!

Much love xo

PeriPera BB Cream Review-Take 2

Hi everyone,
So my original review somehow disappeared grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr, so here I go trying to remember what I said (I may even do it better this time.... maybe)

PeriPera BB Cream

Photo courtesy of Vanity Box

Since I've heard of them, I've always wanted to try BB creams.  The problem with them is I had always found them to be too orange for my skin tone (in other words I looked like an oompa-loompa, and that's not really a look I tend to lean towards).

It wasn't until I read a review from another blogger (and I can't remember who it was!), who had a very similar complexion to me, I knew I had to try it.  And I am so happy that I did

Firstly, I'll just say Vanity Box, the company that I ordered from have AMAZING customer service, as well as very fast delivery time. I even got lollies with my package!  Even though I'm not a lolly eater, I thought it was a nice touch...  And I ate them anyway :-D

The product itself is so lovely on my skin and it gives a great coverage.  It hasn't irritated my sensitive skin and one thing I noticed is it doesn't make my eyes sting, even with the high SPF rating.

Oh and just as a reference, I use the 'Light Beige' shade

But as it's hard to describe how it looks without photos!  Here they are...

Before

Here I am with no makeup Eeeeeeek!  It's a bit hard to see with the quality of the photo, I have a fair bit of acne and redness around near my nose and on my chin.  THe web-cam photo just makes it look like redness...  But I can assure you, that it's worse than that!

After

This is without any other makeup, no powders, eye makeup or concealor.  Quite a difference! If I'm just doing a quick run to the shops or going to a dance class I'd normally just add some mascara, blush and gloss and I feel confident enough to go out (I know it sounds like a lot but really it's a 5 minute prep).  But I think we can all agree that the BB Cream does do a fair bit.

Here comes the Pros and Cons (it's inevitable guys!)

Pros

• A little really does go a long way.

This is how much I used for my "after" face.  To really put it in perspective, I bought this early December, have worn it almost every day since I bought it and it feels like I'm only about halfway through the tube!

• The cost is fantastic.  I'm really impressed with the price, $18.50 AUD, as I can't usually find good foundation for a cheaper price. 
• I really like that it does have such a good SPF rating.  I haven't had a sunburn once when I wear this
• It wears really well.  It lasts pretty much all day
• It doesn't irritate my skin (that's always a great thing!)
• The packaging is beautiful too.  It's so shiny, I couldn't get a photo of it without my own reflection showing!

Cons

• Because of the SPF rating, it can give a slight "sunscreen sheen" in photos.  So it's not something you'd wear for an event where you'd be having your photo taken a lot
• It can have a slightly grey tint to it.  This can be balanced balanced out with a powder or even adding a dot of a warmer foundation
• There isn't a huge range of colours, actually there are only two.  This isn't a problem for me, but it may be for someone with a different complexion.

My Thoughts

If you haven't worked it out, I LOVE this product!  It works perfectly as my day to day foundation.  Whilst I haven't discovered it to have "regenerative properties" I have found it lovely and smoothing.  It hasn't made my skin better, but it hasn't made it worse, and it hasn't been the cause of any breakouts.  For me that is a winner :-)

Would I buy it again?  HELL YES!

So there are my thoughts.  If you try it please let me know

Hope you all have a great day xoxo


Nb.  All photos are my own, unless stated otherwise

Disclaimers: All opinions are my own. All products mentioned have been purchased with my own money. I am not being paid.