prep and prime beauty balm spy 35 - Page 6

Originally Posted by Edelmc 

I really like this. It's really nice for an every day quick look. I wear with msfn in light and it gives a lovely dewy finish with a slight bit more coverage than a tinted moisturiser. It's a lot like bobbi browns bb cream which I love. I layered f&b over it and it was fab! Airbrushed effect!

Originally Posted by Pinkdollface 

I think I'm also in love with this. This is my first time trying something like this. I also never used a tinted moisturizer before. I like that I can apply it with my fingers and therefore it's very quick in the morning. Does anyone use a brush with this? I'm just curious if it would work.

Originally Posted by BuickMackane 

 

So glad you like it! It really is an awesome product. I love the SPF too!

 

I didn't try using a brush with it simply because I didn't need to. I don't see why it wouldn't work though. I'd be curious to hear which brushes fellow Specktrettes like to apply it with.

Originally Posted by BuickMackane 

 

So glad you like it! It really is an awesome product. I love the SPF too!

 

I didn't try using a brush with it simply because I didn't need to. I don't see why it wouldn't work though. I'd be curious to hear which brushes fellow Specktrettes like to apply it with.

Originally Posted by Pinkdollface 

Yes the SPF is great too! I also didn't use a brush for the same reason, but I just like reading about different techniques:)

Originally Posted by Mac-Guy 

 

I would prefer a version w/ SPF. The SPF can be quite drying to the skin, especially if your skin needs moisture. Those with dry skin probably want to stay away from layer product over product that has sunscreen in it. It will make thirsty skin even drier. In addition, if you want to get the full benefit of an SPF, you'll need to reapply the product at least every two hours, if not more often. After that, it is useless. We've all seen it: despite using a high SPF on vacation, we got a tan (or sunburn).

 

If you want protection from the sun, a waterproof sunscreen would be the most effective (though those do not mix well with make up). The best advice is to stay out of the sun and stay in doors. While that is not always possible, the best possible use of sunscreen in make up is to apply it about 30 min before you leave the house. Protect your face (or any exposed body parts) with scarves or hats. Use physical screens such as umbrellas or specific clothing. Now it all depends where you live and what kind of sun exposure you get on a daily basis.

 

To put in a nutshell, the SPF in most make up products is just a marketing gimmick that jumps on the train of selling a "healthy product."  Unfortunately, by no means it is an effective way to protect your skin as the SPF will not last throughout the day.

 

HTH

Originally Posted by Mac-Guy 

 

I would prefer a version w/ SPF. The SPF can be quite drying to the skin, especially if your skin needs moisture. Those with dry skin probably want to stay away from layer product over product that has sunscreen in it. It will make thirsty skin even drier. In addition, if you want to get the full benefit of an SPF, you'll need to reapply the product at least every two hours, if not more often. After that, it is useless. We've all seen it: despite using a high SPF on vacation, we got a tan (or sunburn).

 

If you want protection from the sun, a waterproof sunscreen would be the most effective (though those do not mix well with make up). The best advice is to stay out of the sun and stay in doors. While that is not always possible, the best possible use of sunscreen in make up is to apply it about 30 min before you leave the house. Protect your face (or any exposed body parts) with scarves or hats. Use physical screens such as umbrellas or specific clothing. Now it all depends where you live and what kind of sun exposure you get on a daily basis.

 

To put in a nutshell, the SPF in most make up products is just a marketing gimmick that jumps on the train of selling a "healthy product."  Unfortunately, by no means it is an effective way to protect your skin as the SPF will not last throughout the day.

 

HTH

Originally Posted by Pinkdollface 

Well if SPF is drying than it might make the product better for oily skin and therefore mine. I always reapply sunscreen when I'm out for a long time, but I don't spend long periods in the sun most of the time. In summer that is way to hot for me and in the winter there is not much sun (actually today there is finally), but I'm indoors and not near a window where the sun hits. I have to ride on my bicycle in the morning and that's half an hour to an hour after I applied my makeup and therefore the SPF will protect me during that time outdoors. So for me it's not a complete waste:)

Originally Posted by BuickMackane 

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Thanks, Mac-Guy. Very useful info!

 

I have combination skin but I had a lot of dry, scaly patches earlier this winter. Things were quickly back to normal when I went on holiday but now that I'm back I'm noticing a bit of dryness here and there. My skincare regime hasn't changed, so I'm attributing it to the weather or the water. Or perhaps it's something psychological, I dunno. I think I'm going to try using my Clarisonic every other day until my skin is a bit less sensitive (I currently use it daily, but just in the evenings). If it gets worse I'll stop using the PPBB Cream for a bit until my horrible winter skin goes away.

Originally Posted by Mac-Guy 

 

You are good, girl. Living in Northern Europe, the sun is not nearly as bad as in other places of the world.

Originally Posted by Mac-Guy 

 

It's quite possible that the SPF is the cause of your dry patches, especially in combination with dry heat (radiators) and cold weather. Maybe try to go w/ it for a couple of weeks to see if it makes a difference. You might want to try out Studio Sculpt (and mix it with your moisturizer). It's a similar effect in terms of coverage and your skin will still look like skin (i.e. not powdery or cakey).

 

Don't get me wrong, I still think the BB cream/compact is a good product, but one has to be aware of the side effects of the SPF. Dry patches are no fun!

Originally Posted by BuickMackane 

 

I didn't have the PPBB when I started getting the awful dry patches but I'll definitely discontinue it if things get worse. Come to think of it, my Daywear moisturiser has SPF too. Hmmm...

Originally Posted by Mac-Guy 

 

I would assume that the SPF in your moisturizer is only 15? Or is it higher too? Maybe go off it for a while. As we are in the middle of winter, it's a good time to try.

 

Re your dry patches: If you haven't done so, try the Acne brush with your Clarisonic. IMO, the Clarisonic is the best method to gently get rid of drier skin and dry patches. It has done wonders for my skin.

Originally Posted by Mac-Guy 


Do you mean the old or the new formula?

Originally Posted by Mac-Guy 

 

I would prefer a version w/ SPF. The SPF can be quite drying to the skin, especially if your skin needs moisture. Those with dry skin probably want to stay away from layer product over product that has sunscreen in it. It will make thirsty skin even drier. In addition, if you want to get the full benefit of an SPF, you'll need to reapply the product at least every two hours, if not more often. After that, it is useless. We've all seen it: despite using a high SPF on vacation, we got a tan (or sunburn).

 

If you want protection from the sun, a waterproof sunscreen would be the most effective (though those do not mix well with make up). The best advice is to stay out of the sun and stay in doors. While that is not always possible, the best possible use of sunscreen in make up is to apply it about 30 min before you leave the house. Protect your face (or any exposed body parts) with scarves or hats. Use physical screens such as umbrellas or specific clothing. Now it all depends where you live and what kind of sun exposure you get on a daily basis.

 

To put in a nutshell, the SPF in most make up products is just a marketing gimmick that jumps on the train of selling a "healthy product."  Unfortunately, by no means it is an effective way to protect your skin as the SPF will not last throughout the day.

 

HTH

Originally Posted by martiangurll 

I think I got the old formula as this one was purchased at a CCO.  I got impatient waiting for the new one!  Are there significant differences in the new product?

Do we know that for sure?  If my foundation has SPF that comes from titanium oxide or other mineral sunscreen and it stays on my face all day, shouldn't it protect somewhat?  I agree with staying out of the sun, using a hat ect, but it should protect me from rays entering windows or a quick trip from my car to the building, otherwise, whats the point?  If the sunscreen in foundation or TM isn't really good after a few hours, it seems to me pointless to try and get SPF in those products, because I just don't have time to reapply that often...

Originally Posted by martiangurll 

I think I got the old formula as this one was purchased at a CCO.  I got impatient waiting for the new one!  Are there significant differences in the new product?

Do we know that for sure?  If my foundation has SPF that comes from titanium oxide or other mineral sunscreen and it stays on my face all day, shouldn't it protect somewhat?  I agree with staying out of the sun, using a hat ect, but it should protect me from rays entering windows or a quick trip from my car to the building, otherwise, whats the point?  If the sunscreen in foundation or TM isn't really good after a few hours, it seems to me pointless to try and get SPF in those products, because I just don't have time to reapply that often...

Originally Posted by kirsten 

I am loving the BB balm (tube)! The coverage is pretty good and I can't imagine using it as a primer underneath a foundation. It seems like it would be too much but I will try it out one day. As of now I am happy wearing it on its own with some powder. I took a pic yesterday wearing it. I am wearing "Extra Light" as I am very fair skinned. After wearing it a couple of my friends want to buy it too.

 

 

Originally Posted by Mac-Guy 

martiangurll, I just checked the new BB compact. It even says on the instructions to reapply every two hours (see below). HTH (and happy reapplying).

 

Originally Posted by martiangurll 

Well, that just isn't practical.  Guess the UV rays are going to get me.  I do use a daytime moisturizer with sunscreen and try to stay covered up but I have certainly been lured into a false sense of security with the whole SPF in foundation thing.

Originally Posted by Audrey C 

Unfortunately the tube BB cream has been breaking me out on the nose and chin. It took me awhile to narrow down what was doing it but I'm pretty confident it's this. Too bad - i liked this product.

Originally Posted by allthingsmakeup 

And that's exactly the reason why I am scared to try this new BB. I cannot use anything with SPF on my face or it will make me break out. I have never ever had problems with my skin untill I used products with SPF on my face.  And I do admit I was curious about this BB cream...

Originally Posted by Audrey C 

I don't think it was the SPF - I wear sunscreen daily. I'm not sure what did it, but when I stopped using the cream it went away.I ended up exchanging it for P&P natural radiance base. That one hasn't bothered me at all and I really like it under matter foundations.