Product Review: NYX BB Cream

NYX: BB Cream (Nude)

(Image Courtesy of NYX Cosmetics)

            Now that it’s summer, I’ve switched over to mainly using a BB Cream for my face, since I suffer from oily skin. In the past, it’s been hard for me to find a BB Cream that I enjoyed using or actually benefited from, as many BB Creams are very light and too liquidy/thin for my liking. I want a BB Cream that is long lasting, a decent price, and at least has a moderate amount of coverage.

            NYX is one of my favorite brands, even though I admit their products can be a bit pricey. When I saw their BB Cream at Target, I decided I would just go ahead and purchase it, since my regular foundation was too sticky for summer and I had used a lot of other brands’ BB Creams and hated them. It was $13, which is a little more than I would typically spend, but I was getting desperate so I decided to just splurge. It comes in three shades: Nude, Natural, and Golden, and the tube itself comes in a little box with directions/product information printed on it.

            All in all, I would say that the BB Cream is definitely worth the $13. It has a really pleasant aroma to it, and applies evenly and easily with fingers (I would get a dab at a time from the tube on my finger and apply it to the high points of my face for coverage.) The wear time is very good, it usually lasts me all day—even on days when I go hiking. The coverage is moderate, meaning to it reduces any redness I may have while still allowing my freckles to come through, which I love. It doesn't feel too oily or too thick, and it looks great as a stand-alone or set with powder.

            I recommend this product, especially for ladies who have problems with oily skin or can’t seem to find a BB Cream that is fully satisfying. If you are very dark-skinned, I’m not sure how well this product would do for you. However, I have super pale skin (most brands don’t even make a foundation light enough to match) and the nude looked fantastic on me. If you’re worried about the price, it is worth every penny, and the tube is a decent size—I could see it lasting me all summer, or at least most of it, and I wear makeup at least 4x a week.

            NYX surprised me with the first BB Cream I actually love, so kudos to them for selling such a great product. I would definitely recommend this product. It has become my new summer makeup routine staple!

(Wearing the BB Cream for a cosplay makeup, it was set with translucent powder)

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Price: $13 at Target, nyxcosmetics.com

Pros: Good coverage, long wear time, nice aroma, good for oily skin, good product size, nice texture/weight

Cons: A bit pricey for me, doesn’t have a lot of color options
Rating: 4.5/5