Pond's BB+

So..I have to admit that I hadn't jumped on the whole BB cream bandwagon and although I have seen videos with all the hype surrounding them, I just never felt compelled to try them. I felt like drugstores were taking all of their current tinted foundations and relabeling them with the word BB Cream on it because it was becoming a trend. 

Originally BB Cream was created in Germany (or so I've read) for people who have had laser  procedures done to their skin. Since we all know that laser procedures can cause raw and red skin, BB Cream was created to not only help disguise the redness in skin, but to also help relieve the skin and heal it. So, a regular tinted moisturizer is obviously not a BB cream and shouldn't be confused with one. 

I got a beautiful little box from Influenster.com and Ponds that held a brand new product called Pond's Luminous Finish BB+ in a very appealing and girly package. At first I was a little wary because I am not one to follow trends. But, being that this was right at my doorstep I had to give it a try. Not only that, but Pond's is one of the leading skin care brands in drugstores and was the first moisturizer that I ever used at age 13. I took it on vacation with me and was pleasantly surprised at how silky this stuff was. It was creamy, felt hydrating, gave my skin a healthy look, but had a matte finish. I will admit I have been a bit confused with the name though. Matte finish with luminous in the title??? That can be quite confusing for everyone. But make no mistake. This is a matte finish. Now, I have a lot of redness in my cheeks and although it didn't cover it like my Estee Lauder Double Wear foundation, it did even out my skin tone which I really appreciated. It was fast and easy to apply since I used my fingers and it melts so nicely into the skin. I was really appreciative of the packaging since I was on vacation. No mess, no spills, and the product itself comes out quite thick. It's not runny at all. 

Before I left I had given a tube to my mother who is 58 years old and has very different skin from my 29 year old self. When I returned she raved about it saying that it felt so soft on her skin and she loved how moisturizing it felt. I fully agree! It's amazing that they've created a moisturizing product that is matte! *Mind blown* So..Pond's claims this BB+ Cream will lighten age spots, even skin tone out in 2 weeks, provide superior coverage, hydrate, brighten and protect our skin with SPF15. This is what I had been searching for! A BB cream in drugstores that actually helps our skin like it's supposed to. 

I am amazed by this product and although I was a BB cream virgin and have nothing to compare it to, I have however had experience with stage make-up, several high end foundations, tinted moisturizers, drugstore products, etc to know when I love something because it's fab. I am pretty picky when it comes to the quality of make-up and I LOVE when I find something great that is affordable. This is now available in drugstores for $9.99 an I'm more than sure we'll see some coupons floating around. I recommend this for all ages and all skin types. I also find this suitable for young girls who "want" to wear foundation ( don't mask your young beautiful skin), but may not be mature enough to do so only because of the light coverage and protection it provides for the skin. 

I also wanted to share that I was offered an opportunity with Pond's. I was offered the chance to become a Pond's beauty ambassador. Of course if I didn't love this product, I wouldn't have even thought about participating, making a vid, or creating this post. So...when I loved it, I became excited and decided to join their challenge. We had to create a 2 minute video which is now up on the Pond's FB website and have our viewers, friends, and family vote on it and the top 3 will have a chance to appear on Entertainment Tonight! How exciting! Feel free to check out the contest and if you'd like. I'd appreciate your votes. Voting ends August 12th, 2013 and you can vote everyday! Be sure to search for me..Hayley...and press vote! 
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If you're new to my blog (which most of you are because it's new...lol) then please check out my youtube channel as well www.youtube.com/user/hayley7363 where I have recently spoken about this product as well. I hope everyone has a fabulous week and of course finds some fabulous deals on make-up deals! So...My question is...What is your favorite BB Cream???

<3
Hayley