Talk to me about BB creams please!

[designerbaby]

I got a sample after seeing them mentioned on another thread... But I confess I don't really understand what they are or what's so great about them?

The one I got (Garnier?) seems like something between a tinted moisturiser and a light foundation, but leaves my face feeling a bit, well, sticky, initially.

Which ones do you like/recommend?

How should they be used? After moisturising as usual or does one ditch the moisturiser? What are the benefits over a tinted moisturiser/foundation?

Or should I just not bother?

I rarely use foundation, just a little pressed powder after moisturising, but as i'm getting on a bit, my skin is a little blotchy and I'm thinking a better base is called for - but not keen on full foundation on a daily basis...

Thanks in advance for your wisdom!

db
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[lashingsofbingeinghere]

OK, I will share with you the results of today's Times review of BB creams:

9/10 -Giorgio Armani Luminescence BB fluid, £60 -"magically evens out skin tone, redness and broken capillaries..."
9/10 Estee Lauder Anti-oxidant BB cream, £32 - "joy to use, it's all I'll need all summer..."

8/10 Origins A Perfect World BB, £27 - ""light and fresh...didn't notice it was there...lasts fairly well and kept skin hydrated..."
8/10 No 7 Beautiful Skin BB Cream, £12.95 "A good product if you are looking for a little more coverage..."

7/10 Omorovicza Complexion Perfector BB, £80 - "lovely glow....a little goes a long way"

3/10 Dior Hydra Life BB Creme, £41 "heavy and far too orange..."

[Scatt]

Yikes there is some expensive s* out there!

Another vote for No7 (for dry skin very pale yet skin), nice amount of coverage with a bit of powder on top. I tried the garnier one but didn't really like it. I might try no17 next time if I don't have a £5 off voucher though as it's probably the same stuff in different packaging.

[PrimaBallerina]

Maybelline have just released one and I think the 'light' shade is lighter than Garnier (which also stung my eyes). I've bought one to try - £7.99 at Tesco who have got 3 for 2 on all make up.

I think BB is just another word for tinted moisturiser isn't it?

And this one says on the tube it can be worn with or without moisturiser if that helps.

[JemimaPuddle]

I've had the Garnier & initially really liked it (fair/combo skin) but it does sting my eyes and I think accentuates my fine lines.
I order the smashbox BB yesterday as it gets good reviews on makeup alley, has anyone tried it? X