[REVIEW]: Laneige BB Cushion SPF 50+ PA++ | #23 Sand Beige
Sunday, January 15, 2017
If there’s one thing I wish I should’ve discovered long long
ago, it’s cushion. I’m totally a late bloomer to this trend. I learned about
cushions around 2013 or 2014 when I received a sample but I ignored it because
I’m not totally convinced about the product. I actually saw some of my friends
use it, but still, my heart was hard as a stone for cushions. Haha.
Fast forward late 2016, I decided to give it a try. With all
the cushion brands out there and all the hype here and there, I’m actually
confused what cushion brand to get. Eventually, I decided to give Laneige BB
Cushion a try. Actually, it was on sale and I know Laneige is a good brand so I
decided to purchase it.
· Brightening effect - Whitening ingredients of Laneige White Plus Renew line safely
and naturally brightens complexion, and increases skin clarity while fading
blemishes.
· UV protection - SPF 50+, PA+++ offers strong protection against harmful UV rays
and sun damage.
· Moisturizing Effect - Laneige’s exclusive Optimal Mineral Water provides instant and
deep moisturizing effect.
· Natural and clean coverage - The medium coverage of a make-up tint gives the skin a natural
finish without oil-shine and stickiness.
· Soothing effect - Fresh cooling sensation instantly cools the skin surface by 4℃, to refresh and soothe fatigued skin.
· Water resistant - Long-lasting make-up for up to 12 hours provides strong
resistance against perspiration and sebum.
[Ingredients:]
Water,
Cyclopentasiloxane, Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate,
Cyclohexasiloxane, Phenyl Trimethicone, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate,
PEG-10 Dimethicone, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Arbutin,
Butylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Yeast Extract, Manganese Sulfate,
Zinc Sulfate, Magnesium Sulfate, Melia Azadirachta Extract,
Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Polymethyl
Methacrylate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid,
Triethanolamine, Disteardimonium Hectorite, HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone
Crosspolymer, Lecithin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isostearic Acid, Isopropyl
Palmitate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Ethylhexylglycerin,
Acrylates/Stearyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate,
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Silica, 1, 2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl
Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI
77499, Fragrance
As far as I know, in Korea, the Laneige BB Cushion is now discontinued
and is replaced with Laniege BB Cushion Whitening and Laneige BB Cushion Pore
Control. But when I checked our local (Philippines) Laneige counter it's still available. What I actually like about Laneige BB Cushion is that this is the
combined version of the whitening and pore control line. I'm really crossing my fingers that they will not discountinue this cushion line in SE market.
The Laneige BB Cushion’s box is quite thick and big because
it came with a refill. I wish that they actually sell refills (without the case). I find it a waste to replace the case everytime you finish your cushion because it really looks durable.
I love how easy it is to remove and replace the cushion
cartridge. Unlike the regular pacts wherein you need a clean tweezer to remove
the pan and can be quite messy at times, for cushions all you need is push out
the old cartridge and push in the new one. It only takes less than 10 seconds
to do it and it’s mess free!
The moment of truth! Removing the top sticker gives you an anxious feeling, as if you were opening your gifts as a kid. Hahaha.
I believe that compared to other cushions where the sponge is still white and you need to press the sponge several times to pull the bb cream/foundation from the bottom, the Laneige BB Cushion is really a ready to use product. There’s no need to flip or press the sponge. The case is double sealed so the product won’t evaporate away.
I got the #23 Sand Beige color because it’s the darkest
color available. But according to the South East Asia site, there are even
darker colors available. Despite being the darkest color in the Korean market,
the #23 Sand Beige is still a little white on my skin. I think the next shade,
#31 Brown, will work on my NC30 skin tone. I need to look for a darker setting
powder to make it look more natural.
What I like about Laneige BB Cushion is the buildable
coverage. Though this is a medium coverage cushion, you can actually go sheer
on days when it’s okay to go with light make-up or go to medium to almost full
coverage when needed.
The Laneige BB Cushion having an SPF50+ protection, you can
see a slight grey/white cast when you apply it. It’s nothing horrible, it has
the same look/effect as bb creams with high spf. Though, I find the SPF a major
plus for me since I work in the field and is always exposed to sun.
I tested Laneige BB Cushion in our recent family occasion.
The place was hot and filled with people and I’m really sweating. I was
actually a bit anxious that my skin might get really oily (I didn’t have the
chance to blot my face that day) and the foundation will cake and slide off my
skin. When I got home I was really surprised that my make-up was still intact
and I only have a dewy-looking skin. Though I think my W-Lab PropolisSoothing Gel primer and using a setting powder did play a huge part, I was
really surprised with how Laneige BB Cushion stays in your skin. Aside from its
staying power, the Laneige BB Cushion doesn’t feel dry/tight, not sticky, and
it really feels lightweight on skin. I actually think that some bb creams feels
heavier than this cushion.
My sensitive skin also approves this cushion. I never had a
breakout yet after using this for several times. And I’m really crossing my
fingers that this cushion will work on me until I finish the refill.
So far I’m happy with my first cushion experience.
What’s your cushion recommendation?
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