You’ve likely come across the term BB creams or Blemish Balms, and many of you may have even incorporated them into your skincare routine. Originating in Korea, these creams promise to provide flawless skin by concealing blemishes, addressing pigmentation, and achieving an even skin tone. India has also introduced its range of BB creams, with Maybelline New York being the pioneer. Intrigued by the concept, I decided to try the Maybelline New York ClearGlow Bright Benefit Cream. Please keep reading to discover my experience with it.
About The Brand Maybelline New York
The name ‘Maybelline New York’ needs no introduction. It is one of the most popular brands worldwide, and Indian youngsters are highly attracted to its products. Here are a few words from the brand itself:
“From a small, family-owned business to the number one cosmetics company in America, Maybelline New York takes trends from the catwalk to the sidewalk, empowering women to make a statement, explore new looks, and flaunt their creativity and individuality. Inspired by confident, accomplished women, Maybelline gives you scientifically advanced formulas, revolutionary textures, and up-to-the-minute, trendsetting shades effortlessly, affordably, beautifully.”
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About Maybelline New York ClearGlow Bright Benefit Cream
About Maybelline New York ClearGlow Bright Benefit CreamMaybelline New York ClearGlow Bright Benefit Cream is designed to provide eight beauty benefits in one cream. It freshens, brightens, hydrates, and smoothens skin while concealing imperfections for a flawless look. In addition, the cream improves skin quality and provides UV protection with SPF 21/PA+++. It is easy to use, suitable for all skin types, and has a light, fresh feel on the face.
- Net Vol.: 18 ml.
- Price: Rs. 225
- Shelf Life: 36 months
- Availability: Easily available both online and offline
Shades Available
Maybelline New York ClearGlow Bright Benefit Cream comes in 3 super-saturated shades – ‘Nu,”, ‘Radian,”, and ‘Natur.”. The shade ‘nude’ caters to the darkest skin tone, while ‘natural’ caters to the lightest.
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Ingredients
Aqua/Water, Ethylhexyl, Palmitate, Niacinamide, Silica, Octyldodecanol, Talc, Octyldodecyl, Xyloside, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Isohexadecane, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Ascorbyl Glucose, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Polysorbate 80, Potassium Sorbate, Parfum/Fragrance, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Salicylate, Benzyl Alcohol, Linalool Limonene, titanium dioxide, iron oxides, And CI 77499, CI 77482, CI 77481
Packaging
Maybelline New York ClearGlow Bright Benefit Cream is housed in a glossy-green plastic tube featuring a convenient silver screw cap and a small dispensing nozzle, minimizing product wastage. The compact size makes it easy to hold and ideal for travel. However, given the price, the opaque tube lacks visibility to gauge the remaining product, and the quantity provided seems limited.
Look And Feel
The cream has a medium consistency that is neither thick nor runny. It is perfect for easy and smooth blending with a makeup sponge, a makeup brush, or even our fingers. It also has a smooth texture that helps it spread evenly on the face. The pleasant fruity fragrance of the cream fades away fast without causing a problem to sensitive noses.
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My Take On Maybelline New York ClearGlow Bright Benefit Cream
I’m reviewing the shade ‘nude,’ which suits my skin tone well. You need a small quantity of cream every time; as said earlier, it is ready quickly. I have oily skin, and the BB cream hydrates my skin well. Thus, I don’t need to apply moisturizer before using it. However, it is apt for regular and combination skin. If your skin is very oily, it may not suit you. Also, ensure you do not apply this BB cream, as it will leave an awkward white cast on your face.
After application, the BB cream instantly brightens my skin and evens out the tone. But, surprisingly, it does not provide any cover against my skin imperfections! It does not hide or conceal my blemishes and marks. I need to use my go-to concealer for that purpose, which is disappointing. In other words, this product is not for people with problematic skin tones.
In my opinion, this BB cream is just like any other tinted moisturizer. It does not have additional features like actual Korean Blemish Balms. If you do not have prominent marks on your skin, you can only use this product daily. But if you want moderate to good coverage, this is not for you as it does not provide any coverage. However, it stays for around 4 hours on my skin and keeps my face hydrated and fresh for long hours. It also comes with SPF 21, protecting the skin from harmful UV rays.
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How To Use
Take an appropriate amount of the cream on the fingertip and put it on 5 points on your cheeks, nose, and chin in small portions. Apply evenly to your entire face and blend with your fingertips.
Pros
- Easily available
- Travel-friendly and cute packaging
- Evens out skin tone
- Hydrates skin
- Has SPF 21/PA+++
- Spreads easily
- Blends easily and smoothly
- It stays for 4 hours
- Keeps face fresh for long hours
Cons
- Less quantity considering the price
- It does not suit people with very oily skin
- It does not conceal imperfections
- It does not give any coverage
- Leaves a white cast when over-applied
Rating
3/5
Final Verdict
Maybelline New York ClearGlow Bright Benefit Cream is a tinted moisturizer that evensut the skin tone without concealing skin imperfections. It brightens the face and protects it from harmful UV rays with SPF. But you can get many other tinted moisturizers at a lesser price range. I am not very happy with the product, and I would not recommend it to anyone.
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