To maintain good skin in the long term, it is important not only to adhere to skincare routines but also to use the right methods. Do you know what DD cream is for? What are the differences between BB cream, CC cream, and DD cream?
【Differences between BB Cream, CC Cream, and DD Cream】
1. BB Cream - Light and Thin Foundation with Concealing Effects
BB stands for Blemish Balm. BB cream is a new type of natural foundation developed to protect and soothe the skin. It is a makeup product that falls between a primer and a foundation. BB cream is lighter and more breathable and natural than foundation. It has become a must-have product for women as a makeup base or for a natural makeup look. BB cream provides quick and effective improvement for skin problems, helping to improve and conceal skin imperfections. It combines skincare and makeup, and has multiple functions including foundation, primer, concealer, and skincare. It is one of the most popular beauty products in recent years.
After completing basic skincare routine, apply BB cream directly before makeup. BB cream contains natural ingredients, so it provides limited protection against UV rays. To achieve the best concealing effects, apply a larger amount of BB cream on specific areas of the face that require extra coverage.
2. CC Cream - Color Correcting and Skin Tone Correcting Primer
CC stands for Color Correcting. Most CC creams, such as those from Clinique and Amorepacific, use light reflection principles to brighten dull skin. In other words, CC cream provides stronger coverage than a primer but is lighter and thinner than BB cream. It also contains additional skincare ingredients, making it a cosmetic product with skincare benefits. CC cream emphasizes skincare effects.
3. DD Cream - Anti-aging Version of BB Cream and CC Cream
DD stands for Daily Defense or Dynamic Do-all. DD cream is officially described as an all-in-one BB cream/CC cream formulated to combat aging. It contains more concealing ingredients than BB cream and is specifically designed for aging skin. DD cream is marketed as a "dynamic all-in-one product" and includes SPF 25 to protect sensitive areas of the skin while providing moisturizing, reducing fine lines, and balancing the skin. If you find that CC cream and BB cream cannot cover signs of aging or blemishes, DD cream is suitable for you.
Skincare products alone are not enough. It is also necessary to address skin problems from the root. Let's take a look at some dietary remedies to improve skin quality.
【Dietary Remedies to Improve Skin Quality】
1. Wrinkles on the Face - Dried Fruit Yam Paste
Wrinkles on the face are often caused by spleen and stomach deficiency.
Recipe for dried fruit yam paste: Boil 500g of fresh yam or potatoes, peel and mash them into a paste. Press the paste into a cake shape and top it with walnuts, red dates, hawthorn, green plums, or other fruits. Steam the cake in a steamer for about 10 minutes, then drizzle honey on top. Yam nourishes the spleen and benefits the kidneys, walnuts nourish the lungs and kidneys, moisturize dryness, and promote brain health, while red dates replenish qi and nourish the blood. This comprehensive remedy helps to smooth and moisturize the skin, making it smooth and radiant.
2. Rough Skin - Braised Bamboo Shoots with Sea Cucumber
Rough skin is often caused by insufficient yin blood and occurs in individuals with a dry-heat constitution.
Recipe for braised bamboo shoots with sea cucumber: Soak 200g of sea cucumber in water until soft, then cut it into long strips. Cook the sea cucumber together with 100g of fresh bamboo shoots or soaked bamboo shoots. Add lean pork to simmer until cooked, then add salt, monosodium glutamate, sugar, and cooking wine. Thicken the sauce and serve. Sea cucumber nourishes yin and blood, while bamboo shoots cool internal heat. This comprehensive remedy helps to refine and moisturize the skin.
Many female friends have concerns about their skin quality. We hope that these methods to improve skin quality can help everyone achieve beautiful and healthy skin!
