Diorsnow BB Creme

Hey guys!

So I've decided to join in on the BB cream craze.  A little late, I know.  I'm sure most of you know what they are.  In case you don't, they basically are an all-in-one product: anti-aging serum, moisturizer, primer, and light foundation.  There are also some added benefits to the cream which differ between each brand.  Let's start with why I decided to join the craze...

I work as a pharmacist at a largely well know chain.  My typical work day is about 14-15 hours.  Working long days mean:

1. I am already waking up early to go to work.  So, I'm not a big fan of waking up even earlier to "put my face on".
2. At the end of the day, I feel like my makeup is a mess!  

In the past I was willing to go to work without an ounce of makeup on.  But now that I am the pharmacist, I feel like I should look more professional (as much as I can =p ).  In my mind, makeup helps to finish off the professional look.

During the summer, I like to go with a simple look for work.  I'm not a big fan of wearing foundation during the summer.  I feel like my skin can't breathe between the foundation and all the humidity.  Am I the only one who feels this way?

With all that in mind, I scoured the internet for what I thought would be a good BB cream to try.  I debated between two brands: Estee Lauder and Dior.  After much consideration, I decided I would give Diorsnow BB Creme a try (I may try the Estee Lauder version at another date).  This cream claims to brighten your skin and and reduce dark spots overtime.  It contains Icelandic Glacial Water, which works as a UV filter to help protect the skin through out day.  This product was also tested on Asian skin, which I thought was a bonus for this cream.  

What I love about this product:

It is light weight.  I'd say the cream feels more like a lotion than cream.  Like I said, I'm not a big fan of heavy/occlusive foundations during the summer.  When you put the product on (best to rub between your fingers to heat it up), it blends easily into the skin to give even coverage.  I find this to be fascinating, because this product only comes in one color.  Therefor, Dior had to be careful in choosing a color and formula that would match many skin tones.  Aside from the dark circles under my eyes (don't we all have that??), I have very few blemishes that need to covered, in which case I just use concealer.  The absorption of the product makes it feel like wearing a moisturizer.  Sometimes I forget that I'm even wearing anything.  Another great feature of this cream, is that it already contains SPF.  Especially during the summer months I am conscious to put on extra SPF over my moisturizer that already contains SPF.  However, with this creme there is no need for that!  Diorsnow has an SPF rating of 50 (and remember the Icelandic Glacial Water helps to filter UV too).  On those days and nights I want to amp up my look, I simply use the creme as a primer underneath my foundation.  Although it's like wearing two foundations, it feels no different from wearing the one.  Does any of this tickle your fancy?  Well, I have to be honest.  Not all products will have a 100 percent approval rating...

(Sorry for the shoddy picture, but this is the best one I have to show you the color of the cream)

(I tried to take a picture during the blending process)

What I'm not loving about this product:
There isn't much about this product that I don't love.  However, I do consider this cream to be expensive.  I do manage to splurge on a few products: my creams and potions.  Seeing as Diorsnow is an all-in-one product of anti-aging serum, moisturizer, sunscreen, and foundation I thought this may be worth its price (you get more bang for your buck, right?).  So far I do like it, but I may try to see if I can get my hands on a sample of Estee Lauder's BB Creme, which would help me save a few pennies.  (Has anyone tried it?)  Another reason I'm thinking of trying EL BB Creme is that their formula is oil-free, unlike Diorsnow.  My skin type is normal to combination oily in the t-zone, so I may benefit from the oil free-formula.
While the SPF is an added benefit some of you may find that it isn't.  With a high SPF of 50, I'm sure this cream is likely to give you a white cast in flash photography (SPF reflects light).  I haven't taken flash pictures since I have been using this product.  Maybe I will take one and update this post with a photo.

Before Diorsnow (Don't mind my messy look please!)

After Diorsnow

All that being said, Diorsnow is a product that I reach for daily.  I have managed to "put my face on" in little time before I go to work.  This product, in my opinion, looks fab and feels great on my face.  I hope I don't run out of it too soon.

Have any of you tried this product or any other BB creams?  Let me know what you think in the comments!

Until next time!

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