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Beauty Splurge vs. Steal of the Week: Estee Lauder BB Cream


Estee Lauder BB Cream dupe

In this weekly column, I’m bringing you my favorite budget-friendly beauty products (and their high-end equivalents!) that are available online and in-store. This week, we’re chatting BB Creams (!). Also make sure to check out my blog, HonestlyJamie.com, for even more beauty product reviews and tips.

BB creams have been around for a few years now, but with so many options (both high-end and low-end) it’s hard to decipher what’s actually worth it! My two favorites?

Estee Lauder Daywear BB Cream SPF 35 is an AMAZING high-end option. It’s proven to fight free radical damage that leads to wrinkles, fine lines, etc. AND it illuminates the skin for fresh face. The one downside: it only comes in two shades but the brand claims that they suit a variety of different skin tones.
My drugstore favorite is definitely Garnier BB Cream SPF 15 because, for one, it helps with redness, blotchiness, etc. and also contains vitamin C and mineral pigments for an anti-aging moisture boost you will LOVE. This version also only has two shades but, again, the claim is that it suits almost every skin tone.

For even more beauty product reviews, tips and advice check out my blog, HonestlyJamie.com.

Comments
I've been using Estee Lauder BB Cream for a while now, but it's expensive. I'm definitely going to try the other!
#1 Michelle (Homepage) on 2014-07-02 15:19 (Reply)
I am African American and have the garnier cream in deep and I love it. I am not a make-up person, but this makes my skin look smoh and clear.
#2 Jasmine on 2014-07-02 18:28 (Reply)
Between Estee Lauder and Garnier the first option is without doubt Garnier... Why? Well cause' i use both and Garnier is much better , moreover is much good value for the money...
#3 janice (Homepage) on 2014-07-04 11:01 (Reply)
I LOVE the Garnier BB Cream. It's my absolute fave! I feel like it offers great coverage and feels more substantial than some of the other BBs on the market. It's my go-to!

Stephanie from A Sparkle Factor
#4 Stephanie (Homepage) on 2014-07-05 11:51 (Reply)
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