Men’s BB Cream Tora no Maki! From how to apply, to how to choose, to recommendations, all in one [ supervised by professionals ].

BB cream is adopted by many men who care about their appearance. It is a basic item for men’s makeup, and its appeal is that it can make the skin look beautiful while hiding complexes. At the same time, however, many men are unsure of how to choose and apply the right BB cream for them. To address this issue, we asked Yusuke Kasuya, a successful makeup artist, to give us a lecture on the “dos and don’ts” of BB cream.

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hair and makeup artistKasuya Yusuke

After working as an assistant, he became independent in 2007 and established Addict Case Inc. in 2011, a creator management company focusing on hair and makeup. Known for his work with many models, celebrities, and artists, both male and female, he is a talented hair and makeup artist who is attracting attention within the industry.

What is BB cream anyway? How does it work?

BB cream is a cosmetic product that combines the functions of sunscreen, makeup base, and foundation, and completes base makeup in a single product. For those who do not wear eye makeup, it is an all-in-one cosmetic item. It is characterized by its ability to protect the skin from external stimuli such as ultraviolet rays, hide complexions such as acne and dark circles, and even improve skin tone to make it look more beautiful. Incidentally, BB stands for ” Blemish Balm,” meaning “scar repair cream,” and was originally created as an item to hide scars. It was originally created as an item to hide scars, but it became popular as a cosmetic in South Korea, a major beauty treatment country, and is now a popular makeup tool.

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What are the 3 points men should focus on when choosing BB cream?

Men who are new to BB creams tend to choose the best-selling ones, but they often fail when they actually try them on and find that they do not suit their skin. So, here are some important points to consider when looking for a BB cream that fits your skin.

How to choose a men’s BB cream (1) “Choose one that matches the color of your neck” for a natural look!

Color is the first point to check when choosing a BB cream. Especially for men who are aiming for makeup that does not attract attention, the color is the most important factor. The right way to determine the “color that matches your skin” is to choose a color that matches the color of your neck. If you cannot use a tester to test the color, it is safe to choose a darker shade. The color will naturally match the color of your neck as you stretch it out, so you can prevent it from floating away.

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There are various types of BB creams, including beige, ochre, orange, and pink, and the effect they have on the skin depends on their color. It is a good idea to choose a color according to the effect you are looking for, such as orange or ochre to hide blue beards and dark circles, beige to give a natural skin glow, or pink to improve blood color.

How to choose a men’s BB cream (2) “”Elongation” is also an important point! The texture will also affect the finish.”

Next to the color, the texture is the most important factor to consider. Whether it is soft or hard will greatly affect the feel and finish of the product. BB cream that is soft and stretchy is easy to apply evenly and blends well with the skin, giving a natural finish without looking thick. On the other hand, a cream with a hard consistency, although it provides good coverage, tends to backfire and make the skin feel like it is wearing makeup. Therefore, if you are looking for a finish that is close to that of bare skin, choose a BB cream with good elongation.

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BB creams that should definitely be avoided are those that cause discomfort when applied to the skin. Anything that feels filmy or sticky is not very good for the skin. Also, BB creams that are stretchy but too sticky are more likely to run or stick to the mask. It is difficult to determine the extent of the stickiness, but you can tell to some extent by pressing the back of your hand against the product after applying it to see how it sticks to your skin.

How to choose a men’s BB cream (3) “Check if it has “extra features” such as anti-shine and sweat-proof!

Many BB creams marketed for men have functions focused on men’s specific skin concerns. For example, they have a shine-preventing function with sebum-absorbing ingredients and a water-proof function that is resistant to perspiration. BB creams with these extra functions can be easily adopted by men with oily or sweaty skin.

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Mr. Yusuke Kasuya

Men secrete a lot of sebum, so a cream with an anti-shine function will be especially useful. On the other hand, however, those with sebum-absorbing ingredients can easily dry out, so men with dry or combination skin should be careful. Dry skin will make it difficult to apply makeup, so those who tend to have dry skin should also focus on their daily skin care.