By Arissa Ha,
BB cushions have come a long way since they were introduced in 2008. These new iterations in 2021 promise a flawless complexion; some even contain skincare ingredients that care for your skin. Here are our picks for the best ones for 2021.
For a wondrous glow-up said to last up to 24 hours, Dior’s Dior Forever Perfect Cushion, whose mix of light-reflecting pigments and luminous oils in a feather-light formula, lends skin a natural-looking radiance
If you’re in the market for something more than just coverage, there’s Nars' Pure Radiant Protection Aqua Glow Cushion Foundation. Lending skin an even glow, it also hydrates while offering protection from environmental aggressors such as pollution and blue light with its 360 Defense Complex.
Developed with the brand’s Magnet-fit Powder, which resists oxidation and improves adherence to skin, Hera’s Black Cushion promises to be budge-proof for 24 hours.
If shine is your issue, reach for Chanel’s Ultra Le Teint Longwear Touch Foundation, which is formulated to absorb excess sebum and give a fresh matte finish that lasts up to 12 hours.
Chocked full of skincare ingredients, the Timetreasure Radiance Serum Cushion is the perfect cushion for those who experience skin dehydration or just want makeup that does more than just cover up flaws. It contains key ingredient Red Treasure which is derived from red pine, known to improve cellular repair and reduce inflammation.
The formula also contains sodium hyaluronate, which locks in hydration while keeping skin plump.
This hybrid skincare makeup contains white tea extracts and hyaluronic acid to stave off free radical damage while keeping skin hydrated. Its serum-like texture goes on weightlessly like second skin, while light-reflecting powders create a luminous glow.
This skincare-makeup hybrid by Chantecaille is perfect for busy women. It’s infused with Bionymph Peptide which helps to boost collagen production for plumper skin, while Botanical Sugars cocoon the skin to shield it against environmental stressors. The water-based formula sits comfortably on the skin while blurring away imperfection. The result is a flawless-looking complexion that still feels and looks like your own skin.
The HERA Glow Lasting Cushion helps you create the look of Korean Glass skin. With a blendable formula that contains the Multi-Dimensions Radiant technology, skin’s moisture levels are improved, enhancing skin’s own natural radiance. The improved polyurethane puff not only enhances application but is also eco-friendly, delivering a natural, lit-from-within luminosity to skin.
This article first appeared in Harper's Bazaar Singapore