Sometime last year, I was introduced to a fabulous product, BB cream. It seriously changed my beauty regimen for the better. Recently, BlogHer introduced me to Revlon PhotoReady BB Cream™ Skin Perfector. I quickly learned that this product would take up permanent residence in my makeup bag. I absolutely love to find great drug-store brands. 
Let’s talk for a minute about BB creams and why they should be a part of your makeup routine. Revlon PhotoReady BB Cream Skin Perfector is truly an all-in-one makeup product. I use it as my first step when applying makeup, as it gives me the hydration of a moisturizer with the protection of an SPF 30 sunscreen, while the smooth and even coverage blurs blemishes and spots like a concealer. During the summer, I spend my days running errands and chasing a toddler in the park, the temperatures consistently hover in the 90’s and the humidity takes the heat to a whole other level. It’s nice to apply Revlon PhotoReady BB cream and still look put together.
Of course, if I’m going out or have someplace special to be, my makeup routine changes. I still use the BB cream first–it takes the place of primer, moisturizer and concealer. I’m amazed at the base it gives my mineral powder foundation. Unlike some of the other BB creams, PhotoReady BB Cream™ Skin Perfector comes in 4 shades. That means the BB cream comes in enough shades to find one that is perfect for you without having to overanalyze or test out a ton of different shades. I apply mine with a cosmetic sponge and feel like the coverage is better and more even than applying it with my hands.
I also love the long lasting coverage it provides. I can easily apply this in the morning and still see the benefits of coverage in the afternoon. Even with the heat and humidity, it does a great job. I found that it hydrated my face instead of drying it out and I think that added to the length of time it stayed on. Revlon PhotoReady BB Cream Skin Perfector is my new go-to in the BB cream department. And at a price point you’ll love, I think it might become your new favorite, too.
If you see me working out at the Barre early in the morning, this is my secret. I like my skin to look effortlessly flawless and covered, so I apply this before I leave the house.
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Love this stuff, got a trial sample, and used it twice, would love a full size! Pretty the differnce it makes!
Urban Decay primer (can’t think of the exact name) is my secret weapon, but it’s pricey. I’ll be looking for the PhotoReady BB cream tomorrow! Thanks for the heads up!
I use apricot scrub once a week to get rid of blackheads.
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Well I would say my best secret was my BB cream of a different brand, but I would LOVE to try the Revlon brand BB cream. I love that it has the SPF!
I wear sunscreen every time I go outside
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Blinc mascara! It never smudges. It coats the lashes with tiny tubes of color. Comes off easily with warm water.
To use sunscreen
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My beauty secret would have to be my Spa Sonic Skin Care System. I just purchased it a few months ago but my face has never been so smooth and my makeup covers so much better. I use it daily and I’ve seen soooo much improvement!
Vaseline works better than most eye makeup removing products I have tried.
An eyelash curler is a must.
I have never used this BB cream, it will be the next one I buy though. I love that you can find it at drug stores at a reasonable price.
I use make-up with SPF.
I have a BB cream from Maybelline that I’m not happy with at all. Maybe this one is right for me!
liquid eyeliner! Every pencil I’ve tried gives me raccoon eyes, especially in the summer
always start with clean skin! Makes all the difference!
I don’t wear a ton of makeup on a day-to-day basis. My best secret (maybe not really a secret) is SPF in any face lotion I buy, that’s always a must and then if I’m going to run errands during the day or don’t have anything major going on – I believe a girl can usually pull it together if she has a wand of mascara and a tube of lipstick or gloss. It detracts from other things.
I always keep Revlon spf 15 foundation powder and a Victoria’s Secret lipgloss in my car and purse so that I have my “essentials” wherever I go.
Have a blessed day!
Romans 8:28
My mom always told me to moisturize my face and my neck. Now that I am older, I truly appreciate her advice. She still has beautiful skin and she is in her 70s.
Well, I love mascara! My eyelashes are almost white without it so it is definitely my must have makeup item. My other beauty secret is fish oil. I started taking it and my face has never been so healthy!
My best kept beauty secret: don’t stress. Stress is so hard on skin and can prematurely age you. Hard for any makeup to look good, if your face looks stressed.
jslbrown_03 at yahoo dot com
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My beauty secret is to wear mascara to bring out my eyes.
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always start by cleaning your face thoroughly
The beauty blender is my new favorite makeup product! It has changed my life! 🙂
Wear sunscreen every day, even in the winter!
My secret is to use a moisturizer.
austma7@aol.com
I wash my face twice a day.
Eating carrots daily causes a healthy glow similar to a light tan.
I wash my face regularly and use sunscreen whenever I go outside.
I drink plenty of water to keep my skin smooth
Moisturize early and often. I’m sure that’s not a real secret but I’m not really good at beauty!! 🙂
BB creams are much better than foundation on the skin.
My best kept beauty secret is to sleep with a clean towel over your pillowcase every night before bed. It really
helps reduce acne.
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My secret is… I steal ideas from my daughters! I tend to get stuck in the rut of doing what I’m familiar with, so I look to my daughters and “borrow” from their ideas and styles to update and have fun with my own 🙂
Tweeted 🙂 – https://twitter.com/Enter_Now/status/352029499422027777
drink lots of water
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The most important thing for me is moisturizer!!
ky_grandma40@yahoo.com
My secret is to apply a primer before makeup. It really does make a difference.
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My best beauty product lately is coconut oil!!! You can use it for so many things. I love it as an all over body moisturizer. I’ll have to try this BB Creme as well.
Drink plenty of water to keep your skin looking healthy.
I gently exfoliate with my washcloth every time I was my face, keeps my skin renewed and younger looking
My secret is LESS IS MORE! It’s not really a secret, but some women still don’t get it.
eating healthy and exercising helps you to look good and feel good about yourself
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Powder keeps my oily skin under control!
Wash your face with a washcloth. It’s cheap and the best and easiest way to exfoliate.
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For the occasional blemish: grind up a cheap aspirin tablet, add a dab of honey and smear it on the blemish at night. One or two days and it’s gone!
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Always scrub the nose well.
heat up my eyelash curler with my blowdryer for extra curl (be careful!)
I add a little moisturizer to my foundation – fresh dewy look!
Thank you.
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Getting plenty of sleep and downing water like there’s no tomorrow!
Keep my feet soft by apply vaseline and wear socks overnight.
tcarolinep at gmail dot com
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My Mom always told me to wash my off my makeup at night no matter how tired I was.
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My secret is moisturizing before anything else. I step out of the shower and put it on, let the steam soak it into my skin perfectly.
Moisturize. Preferably with SPF protection added!
my mom told me to always use eye cream so that my face doesn’t look old due to eye wrinkles
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drink plenty of water
My best beauty secret is to use a primer before applying foundation.
Thanks for the chance to win!
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I mix a little moisturizer with my foundation for a more natural look.
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drinking lots of water!
My mom always taught me to moisturize! 🙂
chambanachik at gmail dot com
Using a good moisturizer.
Always wash your face before bed!
My beauty secret is to drink lots and lots of water and wash my face twice daily!
Tweet!
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You look so gorgeous and flawless! I tried another brand of BB Cream but didn’t work for me. But I love the idea a lot. Can’t wait to give Revlon a try as I love this brand.
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Oh…and my best kept beauty secret is lots of sleep. My skin looks better when I have enough rest.
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BB Cream works better than foundation and is much lighter on your face and easier to remove!
My secret is to moisturize generously.
My secret is to drink plenty of water, exercise and enough sleep.
My tip is apply vaseline to dry skin before you shower. Your skin will be so soft!
smchester at gmail dot com
I live in a dry climate so I have to drink lots of water and use daily sunscreen and moisturizer to keep my skin looking and feeling healthy!
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My best secret is to use sun-screen all year, even in the winter
Drink lots of water.
secret is stay protected from the sun
If you have acne issues of a lot of excess phlegm, try cutting out dairy. I know when I reduce it myself, and all my vegan friends agree, both problems go away!
I tweeted here: https://twitter.com/MsTofuFairy/status/358562660553474048
exercise to get a ‘glow’
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i am not into makeup
https://twitter.com/purplelover04/status/358683797803372544
always use sunscreen
Confidence is beauty. A smile is the best thing a woman can wear. Oh, and always wash your face before you go to sleep at night! 😛
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I don’t use much makeup so staying hydrated and regular moisturizing is really important for me.
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Seaweed Powder at water and u have a tighting mask!
Use witch hazel as toner, it’s the primary ingredient in Clinique Potion #2 and way, way, way cheaper.
ky2here at msn dot com
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I would say that getting a good nights rest is the best beauty tip.
Get a good nights sleep! 🙂
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For extra coverage instead of caking on the foundation, I first do a layer of tinted moisturizer and then do a layer of foundation.
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My beauty tip is to always cleanse your face well before putting on any creams or foundation.
Best kept secret is water, I drink lots of water to keep my skin clear. sweepmorey at gmail dot com
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Use sunscreen before heading out into the sun.
Use conditioner rather than shaving gel for silky smooth legs!
Drink lots of water and get plenty of sleep.
Thanks for the contest.
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Use a foundation that has a combination of sunscreen in it. This helps to prevent your face from getting burnt.
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I try to get plenty of sleep star95011atyahoodotcom
I try to stay very well hydrated, to keep my skin soft and moist.
eat lots of fruits and veggies, esp kiwi and berries for great skin!
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Coconut oil & a tiny bit of baking soda as an exfoliating scrub for a nice glow to your skin.
My biggest beauty secret is to get enough sleep and stay hydrated!
Eat healthy. Eat enough fruits and vegetables.
To avoid mascara smudges, hold a plastic spoon under the upper and lower lashes to shield the rest of your eye makeup.
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I use apple cider vinegar on my hair once a week to keep it shiny
My best kept beauty secret is neutrogena sunscreen, i wear it everyday to stay safe and it gives me flawless skin too!
susansmoaks at gmail dot com
My best secret is always remove makeup at night
My best kept beauty secret is use an eyelash primer before applying mascara!
pokergrl8 at gmail.com
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Sometimes I use my lip color to use on my cheeks in a pinch.
Michelle Tucker
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Michelle Tucker
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always take your makeup off in the evening and moisturize
My best beauty secret is get lots of sleep!
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Use a biore strip right after taking a shower, they work better for me then.
I moisturize my face with lotion every night and before I put on makeup.