Thank you Boscia and Sephora! New Boscia BB Cream

[Cyncynn]

Thank you so much @TeamBIC  and @bosciaskincare for the opportunity to test the new BB Cream Broad Spectrum SPF 30 prior to its release. I have received every available shade.

I have just received this (3/27) and will share my initial thoughts and pictures. I have now used this for 9 days and have added a final review at the end of this post.

What it is:

BOSCIA - Skin Perfecting BB Cream Broad Spectrum SPF 30

"The Skin Perfecting BB Cream Broad Spectrum SPF 30 is a perfecting BB cream brimming with super-charged botanicals that help defend the skin against damaging sun rays, photo-aging blue light, and urban pollution while hydrating, nourishing, and evening out skin tone for a flawlessly perfected complexion."

Shades:

Swatches:

First Impressions:

These are really pigmented. I needed half a pump for my face and used half a pump for the swatches as well. I tried to blend it out on my forearm and as you can see it was far too much product, some BB Creams have a weird ashy undertone, but it was not the case at all with this. After wiping the product from my forearm with a paper towel my skin felt very soft.

My shade is Venice and at first I was afraid it was going to be too peachy for me, but I was mistaken. If anything that shade really helped to neutralize the dark circles under my eyes and the comedones on my forehead and cheek that I had literally just picked on (feel free to shame me - I deserve it!).

Photos:

On the first photo I am bare faced. On the second photo I applied  half a pump of the product with my hands. For the second photo I brushed my eyebrows and applied a clear lip balm (which I really should have done on the first photo, but here we are).

On the third photo I am wearing Milk Makeup Blur stick and then applied the BB cream with my hands. On the fourth photo I used a face oil and the VDL lumilayer primer and applied the BB cream with a synthetic flat brush.  ________________________________Bare faceOnly BB Cream - No concealer, powder or primerFace oil + light reflecting primer. No powder/bronzer/blush.Using blurring primer prior to BB Cream - No powder/bronzer/blush

Final Review:

I have now used the BB Cream for 9 days and I can say with confidence that I really like it. It has many beneficial ingredients to the skin and not only provides spf, but also protects against blue light and pollution. I experienced no irritation on my skin or breakouts while using this. There is a very faint scent to it, so faint I didn’t detect it the first time I used it. It’s a fresh and pleasant scent that doesn’t linger. 

My favorite thing about this is that no matter the method of application or if I had primed my skin the results were great. I normally apply BB creams with my hands, but for the sake of the review I also tried using a flat synthetic kabuki brush.  

I don’t think this BB Cream requires a primer at all. On its own it did a pretty good job at evening out my skin and giving a natural soft focus appearance even to areas where my pores are enlarged. If you love using primers, you’ll be happy to know that it played really well with the primers I tested. I tried with a)Tatcha The Silk Canvas Primer, b)Milk Blur Stick, 3)VDL Lumilayer primer. If you need a boost in oil control or want to look extra dewy try combining it with a primer.

I love how the package looks, but sometimes I had  issues with the pump and had to press it a few times in order to get the product to come out. 

The shade range is where I think there is room for improvement. Considering it’s a BB cream, I do think that most people will be able to find a match among the colors they launched.I have light skin with neutral undertones and I know many who are paler than I am. I live in the Northeast, I hardly ever tan and my chest area has not seem sunshine since October.  After applying the product while wearing a V-neck t-shirt (on the odd warm day we had last week) I could notice the  slight difference in undertone from my chest to my face, though another person probably wouldn’t be that keen eyed to pick on that. I think Venice would be a great color for me in the Spring and Summer once I get a hint of color back after our long winter. 

If you are light skinned and have redness or your under eye circles are purple-ish, you might really like Venice too, it did a great job neutralizing those tones on me. If you are very, very pale you should probably go to a Sephora store to test the shade first.

Tagging some of you ladies that showed interest in the final review.  I'm sure I missed someone -please forgive this sleep deprived soul 🙂 I added some new photos too.

@gonerogue @PenelopeBT @RebeccaBT @byme4u @MlleCC @quspork @missjeanie @ShortErica @Titian06 @skcfan @RNGesusPls @LaurieBT @gymgirl2 @Anastasiya13 @sportygirl125

For the ladies that asked for comparisons, IMO this is a cross between the Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer and the more traditional BB cream formulas like Dr. Jart. In terms of consistency it is more liquid like the LM, but provides more coverage and blurring like the Dr. Jart. In terms of shades, it is more like the LM and doesn't have that ashy/pink cast that the Dr. Jart has when first applied.

[Titian06]

Congratulations, @Cyncynn!  The BB cream gives you a lovely natural look.  💖💖💖

[Anastasiya13]

@Cyncynn  Congrats girl, cant wait to see what you really think of the products.

[curlychiquita]

Congratulations, @Cyncynn! It looks great on you!

[bosciaskincare]

Hi boscia beauty, 

We can wait to read your review. 

Xoxo

[sprocketta]

@Cyncynn Thanks for the details and swatches.  This looks very nice on you. Congrats on the gratis.

[SportyGirly125]

@Cyncynn Congrats on this gratis.  Can't wait for your final review on the product.

[bakeamuffin]

Congratulations @Cyncynn! ☺

I was also a lucky receipiant of this gift 💗 Thank you @bosciaskincare and  @TeamBIC for selecting me to receive the Skin Perfecting BB cream Broad Spectrum SPF 30 to try! ☺ 

I love SPF and use it daily all year long to protect my skin from harmful uv damage. Iove thay this is a zinc/titanium formula, my skin seems to respond better to this type than to chemical screens. I'm also happy that this is free of artificial fragrance and synthetic colours. 

I've been wearing it all afternoon, and I'm really enjoying it! I look forward to using it more and writing a full review 💗

I'm wearing the Boscia Skin Perfecting BB cream broad spectrum SPF 30, ABH dipbrow gel, Hourglass Caution mascara, RMS Buriti bronzer, Kora Organics clear crystal luminzer

[Cyncynn]

@bakeamuffin I'm glad you are enjoying it too - I've been using it every day!

You look stunning ❤️

[Titian06]

Congratulations, @bakeamuffin!  The BB cream looks great on you.  Actually, your whole makeup look is very flattering! 💖💖💖

[curlychiquita]

Congratulations on your gratis, @bakeamuffin! I'm glad you like it so far!

[bakeamuffin]

*small update &more about the Skin Perfecting BB Cream Broad Spectrum SPF 30 💖

this contains so many great ingredients! Aloe vera soothes and moisturizes without leaving a greasy feeling, and it helps to improve skins natural firmness. Tumeric oil is rich in antioxidants, helps to reverse discoloration caused by UV exposure, and rejuvenates the skin. The Blue Light rice blend includes black, red, and brown rice to protect against blue light, pollutants, increase cell turnover, and prevent hyperpigmentation caused by blue light exposure. The formula also contains Taro root extract, rich in vitamins A and E to promote cell turnover, and smooth fine lines and wrinkles. It can also help to smooth blemishes and imperfections when used over time. I LOVE that it doesn't contain artificial fragrance or synthetic colors, and that it's vegan and cruelty-free. 

I applied this using my fingers, it melted into my skin comfortably and feels moisturizing. It has a natural, glowy finish that isn't too dewy or slick. It isn't touch proof, but does seem to stay on well. This formula doesn't just protect against UV rays, it also defends against blue light that can cause signs of premature aging, as well as pollutants. Unfortunately, it isn't available on sephora.ca and has no release date set 😭 they are now available on sephora.com and will be in store in the US April 12. 

I'll be back to share more looks and thoughts after I use it more. Thank you again @TeamBIC  and @bosciaskincare ❤

[naturalooks15]

@bakeamuffin  Congrats on Gratis !! This looks like it blended beautifully on you and ingredients sound awesome. Is there any silicone in it? also the SPF is physical sunscreen or chemical? Thanks for the details. 

[faeriegirl]

Thanks for the update @bakeamuffin!

[bakeamuffin]

*****☀️💛⭐💧 If anyone else who has recieved this wants to trade me Newport or La Jolla for Venice PM me 🌿💖💛☀️ ******* 

It looks like this isn't going to be available in Canada for at least a while, there is currently no Canadian release date. I'm sad I wont be able to purchase this right away because I'm loving it and use SPF daily ☀️💛 

[Cyncynn]

@bakeamuffin  If you have more than one person reaching out to you to trade shades let me know! 🙂

[missjeanie]

Stunning @bakeamuffin !

[bakeamuffin]

Thank you @missjeanie!

[skcfan]

Congrats @bakeamuffin! The BB cream looks great on you 😊

[bakeamuffin]

Thank you @skcfan! I feel like my calls were answered with this one, I have been looking for a fragrance free tinted bb cream 😄 

[sprocketta]

Congrats @bakeamuffin Your skin looks really nice and even here.  not sure how much of that is you and how much is the makeup, but overall it's lovely.