Hi ladies! Today, I will share a product which in my opinion is THE greatest revolutionary invention in the history of foundation makeup ever. See the pretty ambassador in the pic above? Her name is Song Hae Kyo and she is the most gorgeous Korean actress ever (my favourite!). I am not the type to follow latest hypes so I was reallyyyy late in trying a BB Cushion despite all the raves going on in the Asian market and despite Song Hae Kyo… what was I thinking… –__–

Now that I have joined the brighter side, please let me introduce you to this awesome product!

Brand: Laneige Product: BB Cushion (Pore Control) SPF 50+ PA+++ Shade: No. 21 Natural Beige Price: SGD59 Type: BB Cushion / Foundation / Makeup base Size: 15g x 2 (comes with 1 extra refill) Origin: Made in Korea Website:  Laneige website

By now, I think there are already 3 versions of the Laneige BB cushion — (1) Whitening, the first to launch with extra whitening and more ‘moisturized’ final look; (2) Pore Control, more matte finish and more suited for oily/combination skin; and lastly (3) Anti-Aging, the newest addition to the range.

I will be reviewing the Pore Control version – best suited for oily skin and/or in hot/humid weather like Singapore. It was launched during summer in Korea and went viral.

THE PACKAGING

The Pore Control version has a skyblue surface top (vs a white top for the Whitening version, and a Greyish Silver top for the Anti-Aging version). I love the skyblue colour!

The case is really sleek and clean cut, with metallic mirror-like circumference. Really sturdy and durable and easy to maintain.

When you open it, you’ll see a mirror and the puff on top of the product.

Taking away the puff and trying to open the product cover, you’ll see another safety seal for a brand new BB cushion. I like the extra care taken to prevent drying of the product 🙂

THE PRODUCT Now onto the actual BB cushion product. I’ll let the brochure do some talking first.

Can you count 800,000 pores…? I don’t know how they came to that number, but one thing for sure is yes, they are very very fine pores on the BB cushion ‘mesh’ mechanism which lets the product seep through when you press that puff into it.

Like this, tada! Savour this moment when it looks the prettiest and clearest in its brand-new state!

THE AIR CUSHION PUFF

In my opinion, the Air Cushion Puff is the key revolution in this product. It is the most amazing application tool for a foundation/BB cream/the like.

“The Air-cell dual texture is processed with a special technology that holds nine times more moisture than its weight for supple and glossy skin. It is slightly thinner than synthetic rubber puff, and has a soft centre that effectively absorbs BB and spreads it evenly on the skin. Firm yet supple in texture, it conceals pores perfectly and gives the face a radiant and natural finish.”

I truly agree with every word above having used it for a year or so now! I have tried other BB cushions and the Laneige air cushion has the best balance of firmness to sufficiently capture the product, and softness to apply on your skin flawlessly.

THE SHADES

These are the shades offered in Singapore – I hear it may differ by country but

21 Natural Beige is their global bestseller and most commonly used for Asian skin.

See, the coverage is quite awesome too! Definitely helps in attaining an even skin tone.

Now on the face. Left side (very obviously) is my bare face revealing all the redness, acne and a thousand other sad problems….. and Right side is with Laneige BB cushion only, no concealer or other makeup base.

I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!! The coverage is AWESOME, right??? Redness almost completely covered. Also, it may be hard to see on pic but the finish is another mind-blower. It’s the best balance of matte and glowy one can get. I personally prefer matte finish but sometimes that can accentuate dryness, especially with combination skin where there are patches of dry parts among the oily T-zone.

MY VERDICT

Pros

• Semi-matte finish with light glow (just like flawless skin!)
• High coverage, no need concealer unless very red
• Lightweight texture makes it hard to get cakey. One layer is sufficient to achieve dream skin, or maybe two at most.
• LONG staying power >7 hours for me. I pat with dry tissue at times when my face becomes an oil tank. Oxidation problems not particularly noticeable.
• Very easy application using air cushion puff. Use light hand for that dreamy flawless skin you see on magazines.
• Shade

  21 is flattering for most Asian skintones, and I am lucky that it matches mine very well 🙂

• SPF 50+ PA+++ (what not to like about this)
• Cooling effect upon application (a plus during hot weather times)
• Lovely flowery scent (the best among all the cushions I have tried)
• Value for money as 2 refills can last a good 6 months or more

Cons

• Not many shades available. Some people complain shades are too ‘bright’, even

  23 the darker one.

• The air cushion puff looks ‘dirty’ after use and needs some maintenance. I wash it at least once a week but rubbing gently onto a mild soap and all the gunk gets washed out pretty easily.
• For very dry skin, the Whitening version might work better for a more ‘moisturized’ effect.

Overall

If you have not tried this product yet, you gotta put down everything and just buy one to try NOW… that’s how confident I am that you’ll like the result. You can choose either the Pore Control (like me if you have oilier skin), or the Whitening one (if you have dry skin), or the Anti-Aging one (which I am very keen to try next).

My skin is farrrr from flawless but thanks to Laneige BB cushion it definitely looks quite flawless! (^_)

What is the difference between BB Cream and BB cushion?

With a cream, you'll be able to layer it for heavier coverage and cover more blemishes or hyperpigmentation quickly. BB Cushions, on the other hand, have an actual cushion that contains the product and dispenses a little bit at a time onto a specially designed sponge/puff that allows you to have lighter coverage.

Does BB cushion clog pores?

Some BB and CC creams can clog pores depending on your skin type. If you have acne-prone or oily skin, look for oil-free, non-comedogenic versions. Mineral-based BB and CC creams are also good options if you experience frequent breakouts.