The question of whether to apply BB cream or sunscreen first actually involves the basic steps of makeup and the function of each product. To ensure that your skin is fully protected and looks flawless, it's important to understand the characteristics of these two products and the order in which they are used.
First, let's learn about sunscreen. The main function of sunscreen is to prevent damage to the skin from UV rays, and it often contains ingredients that absorb or reflect UV rays. In daily life, whether it is sunny or cloudy, ultraviolet rays are present, so wearing sunscreen is an important step to protect the skin from the risk of photoaging, sunburn and even cancer. Sunscreen should be applied to the skin for some time before exposure to the sun to ensure that its ingredients are working adequately.
Next up is BB cream. BB cream is a multi-functional cosmetic product, which combines a variety of effects such as concealing, adjusting skin tone, moisturizing, and sun protection. While many BB creams claim to have sun protection benefits, their SPF tends to be lower than that of specialized sunscreens. Therefore, if you are only staying indoors or in an environment with low UV rays for a short time, using BB cream may be sufficient. However, for prolonged outdoor activities or in places with strong UV rays, BB cream alone may not provide adequate sun protection.
So, back to the original question, do you apply BB cream or sunscreen first? The correct order should be to apply sunscreen first, followed by BB cream. This is because sunscreens need to form an even protective film on the surface of the skin to effectively block UV rays. If you apply BB cream first and then sunscreen, the sunscreen may ruin the makeup that the BB cream has already formed, resulting in uneven or mottled makeup. In addition, applying sunscreen first will also ensure that your skin is adequately protected and that the effectiveness of the sun is not diminished due to the improper order of application.
Of course, in practice, it can also be adjusted appropriately according to individual needs and habits. For example, if you're using BB cream with a high SPF and you're mostly indoors, you can choose to apply just BB cream. But if you're planning to spend a lot of time outdoors or if you're in an environment with strong UV rays, it's a good idea to apply sunscreen first to make sure your skin is well protected.
In addition, whether you are applying sunscreen or BB cream, you need to pay attention to the following:
Make sure your skin is cleansed and moisturizer applied before applying to give your skin a good prep for makeup.
Apply evenly over the entire face and neck to avoid color differences and sun protection holes.
Choose the appropriate amount and method of use according to the instructions of the product and the individual's skin type.
When outdoors or when exposed to UV rays for long periods of time, regular re-application of sunscreen is required to maintain continuous sun protection.
To sum up, applying sunscreen first and then BB cream is a more reasonable makeup order. This ensures that your skin is fully protected from the sun and that your makeup looks perfect. Of course, in practice, it also needs to be flexibly adapted to individual needs and environmental conditions.