Hanksin Control BB Cream Review

I was able to try another brand of BB (or blemish balm) cream, Hanskin Control Skin. I've heard a lot of good reviews about this product, so I snagged one on eBay.

Disclaimer:I will not be doing a review on its skincare claims because I have not used this product long enough to make a conclusion on this. I will be doing a review simply based on the finish, texture, coverage and staying power of the BB cream as a tinted moisturizer/foundation.



I liked the consistency of this bb cream. It's neither too runny nor too thick, and it is has a slight sheen even unblended on the skin.



On the package, it says that it "is made from natural material and is gentle to the skin. Continued use will smooth and moisturize your skin revealing bright and firm, healthy skin."

When blended, it morphs into this beautiful radiant finish that gives skin a dewy look. I am particularly happy with the fact that it is neither too yellow, too light, nor too dark, unlike other BB creams I've tried. This brand is one of the better matches for my skintone.

As with my other BB creams, I apply this as follows: I place a small amount on the back of my hand, take my Coastal Scents's kabuki-on-a-stick brush, and apply the product on my face in circular, buffing motions till it is blended seamlessly. I apply another light layer as needed. I top off with a very light layer of mineral foundation, just enough to set the BB cream, then a light dusting of translucent powder to help in oil control.

(A look using Hanskin BB cream and the rest of the review after the jump)






I used a small amount of DreamWorld mineral foundation in Theia over Hanskin Control Skin BB cream.

Upside:

1. Very affordable compared to high end or department store tinted moisturizers; I bought it on Ebay for $35 including shipping for a 43.5 g of product, and you only need to use a dime size amount for each application. You can apply more if needed, but in light layers.

2. Makes skin look luminous and radiant.

3. Can be used as a tinted moisturizer or a makeup base.

4. Perfect shade for my skintone.


Downside:

1. As with most BB creams, if you have sensitive skin, you might break out using this product. This didn't break me out, though, and this is one of the few ones that didn't.

2. Only comes in one shade.

This product also earns a thumbs up from The Shades Of U. I love the radiant finish it gives, and the supposed skin benefits ain't that bad as well.