Welcome to my review of Smashbox Camera Ready BB Cream Eye Broad Spectrum SPF 15 ($29 CDN)
Facts about the skin around my eyes:
Skin tone: Olive skin
Skin-type: Dry
Problems: Those pesky fine lines, and over-all I have dark circles and some visible veins around my eyes.
Skin-type: Dry
Problems: Those pesky fine lines, and over-all I have dark circles and some visible veins around my eyes.
The Product: Meet Smashbox Camera Ready BB Cream Eye Broad Spectrum SPF 15 ($29 CDN)
BB and CC creams have been all the rage over the past year or so. I haven't tried many BB creams that I like, but I thought that a multi-purpose eye concealer would be a great investment because I wanted to use something in addition to my eye cream that would help my eye area stay well hydrated throughout the day. Anything to help my eyes look more alive after a long day of work - I'm in! I purchased the color in light/medium. I have tried the original SMASHBOX concealer and I knew I liked it, so I thought this would be a safe bet to try out.
First can we talk about how ridiculously long the name is? I don't understand why product names are now so long - this seems to be a new trend. The actual product comes in a 'highlighting pen' package that you turn at the bottom to release the product. I personally find these packages a little gross because how can you really get them clean without getting water mixed in? HOW?! has anyone actually cleaned one of these things? The thought of the bacteria growing in this thing over time makes me a little grossed out. I do, however, believe the eye area is not typically an area where you're producing oil so that's a good thing when you're trying to avoid breakouts. Also, applying the product to a freshly cleansed face should elevate some bacteria concerns.
This product has some pretty high claim "It fades the look of dark circles instantly and over time, reduces the appearance of puffiness, visibly smoothes fine lines and wrinkles, and improves firmness. It also primes, protects, conceals, hydrates, and illuminates.". To me, that sounds like a miracle worker!
First can we talk about how ridiculously long the name is? I don't understand why product names are now so long - this seems to be a new trend. The actual product comes in a 'highlighting pen' package that you turn at the bottom to release the product. I personally find these packages a little gross because how can you really get them clean without getting water mixed in? HOW?! has anyone actually cleaned one of these things? The thought of the bacteria growing in this thing over time makes me a little grossed out. I do, however, believe the eye area is not typically an area where you're producing oil so that's a good thing when you're trying to avoid breakouts. Also, applying the product to a freshly cleansed face should elevate some bacteria concerns.
This product has some pretty high claim "It fades the look of dark circles instantly and over time, reduces the appearance of puffiness, visibly smoothes fine lines and wrinkles, and improves firmness. It also primes, protects, conceals, hydrates, and illuminates.". To me, that sounds like a miracle worker!
The Results
Well get a good look - here they are bare in all their glory - we're talking about unevenness under skin tone, visible veins and those pesky little wrinkles. And what' the verdict?
Top: Before (no makeup); Bottom : After - Smashbox BB Eye Cream under the eye and on the lid, eye shadow, eye liner and mascara
I think this eye BB cream is a keeper! The formula was thick and creamy - I found you need to work with it quite quickly to ensure that you get a nice every coverage. For a nice even application, I personally found using the ring finger instead of a brush was the way to go.
How does it stack up against all those claims? Well, here is what I think:
- Fades the look of dark circles instantly and over time: I've had this product for just over a week now and I haven't seen anything dramatic. I'd have to give this some time to see if there are any improvements on my dark circles
- Reduces the appearance of puffiness: I didn't find any puffiness improvement- I had one really puffy eye day this week and I didn't see any dramatic improvement using this product
- Visibly smoothes fine lines and wrinkles: Yes, I think it does a great job of smoothing out lines - and staying power
- Noticeably improves firmness: I found it to be quite hydrating throughout the day, and not turn cake-y. I think because of that, there was some firmness improvement (but only temporary). Typically with a regular concealer I find my eyes get cake-y throughout the day and start to look a little 'hollow'.
How does it stack up against all those claims? Well, here is what I think:
- Fades the look of dark circles instantly and over time: I've had this product for just over a week now and I haven't seen anything dramatic. I'd have to give this some time to see if there are any improvements on my dark circles
- Reduces the appearance of puffiness: I didn't find any puffiness improvement- I had one really puffy eye day this week and I didn't see any dramatic improvement using this product
- Visibly smoothes fine lines and wrinkles: Yes, I think it does a great job of smoothing out lines - and staying power
- Noticeably improves firmness: I found it to be quite hydrating throughout the day, and not turn cake-y. I think because of that, there was some firmness improvement (but only temporary). Typically with a regular concealer I find my eyes get cake-y throughout the day and start to look a little 'hollow'.
Over-all Rating
| Over-all Rating: 3.5 / 5 | Usability: 4 / 5 | Packaging: 3 / 5 | Value: 4 / 5 |
Have you tried SMASHBOX's Camera Ready BB Cream Eyes Broad Spectrum SPF 15? What is your favorite eye BB cream?
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