Why We Can't Stop Talking About BB Creams
Short for blemish or beauty balm cream, it's the sister of a tinted moisturizer (practically a twin sister, in fact). We tried 11 of the newest. Here's what our testers had to say about the ones we liked best.
Photo: Marko Metzinger/Studio D
Best Sun Protection
Dior Diorsnow UV Shield BB Crème SPF 50 PA+++
($50; neimanmarcus.com)
"I've been loyal to the same foundation for years, but I'm a convert. This cream gives me better coverage and makes my skin look perfectly smooth. The high UV protection is a great bonus for someone with a fair complexion like mine."
—Christina Weber, deputy photo director
From the
May 2012 issue of
O, The Oprah Magazine
