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Dior Hydra Life BB Crème SPF 30-PA+++
What it is:A single-step cream to immediately balance the skin, correct the complexion, and protect its youthful appearance. What it is formulated to do:- Plant extract formulation to hydrate and plump - Features SPF 30 sun protection - Comes in one universal shade Inspired by cutting-edge Asian beauty rituals and developed in collaboration with Dior Makeup Artists, HydraLife BB Crème combines the moisturizing and protective powers of a skincare product with the immediate complexion-enhancing and even-toning properties of a foundation. It provides active defense against environmental stress and broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection, leaving the complexion moisturized, smooth, and velvety soft. What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Sulfates - Phthalates What else you need to know:Beauty Balms or B.B. Creams were originally developed as a perfect post-procedure cream used to treat, hydrate, prime, protect, and camouflage the skin. Great for all skin types including those with sensitive skin, these versatile “five-in-one” formulas are designed to do it all: treat with high levels of active skin care ingredients; moisturize and smooth dehydrated skin; prime and perfect skin’s surface; camouflage and color correct the skintone; and protect skin from the sun with SPF. They can be used as a last step for their skincare benefits or used on their own as an instant beautifier.
Questions & Answers for Dior Hydra Life BB Crème SPF 30-PA+++
Question
Do you need to use moisturizer with BB creme?
asked 6 months ago on Hydra Life BB Crème SPF 30-PA+++
Anonymous
(Pittsburgh, Pa)
6 answers
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answer 1
Absolutely. You always want to use a moisturizer. However, if don't want to appear as oily find a moisturizer that works for you that has a gel base like Clinque!
answered 1 month, 1 week ago
Ericalynelle
(Los Angeles, CA)
answer 2
Some people say that you don't. I have dry skin so I always do, but if you have more oily skin you should try it without moisturizer and see if you like it.
answered 1 month, 3 weeks ago
4theloveofbeets
answer 3
Not unless your skin is extremely dry. It's very moisturizing
answered 6 months ago
syaureah
(Princeton, NJ)
answer 4
Although it already has an SPF, I still use a sunscreen prior to applying the cream.
answered 6 months ago
Gemski
(Las)
answer 5
I have dry skin and I do not use a moisturier with dior bb cream. But on some asian brands, yes. you might need it.
answered 6 months ago
prettyflower
(Antioch, ca)
answer 6
Yes.
answered 6 months ago
luckyk9
(Lawrence, KS)
Question
How long did your tube last for?
I bought a full tube but I'm going to be out-of-the-country for 5-6 months and therefore, without access to Sephora or other beauty stores. I want to make sure I have enough to last me the whole time, or if I should invest in a 2nd tube as well.
asked 6 months ago on Hydra Life BB Crème SPF 30-PA+++
parisienne13
(Cambridge, MA)
6 answers
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answer 1
Depends on how much you actually use (ex: a pump) and how often you would wear it. If it's going to be an everyday thing and a pump or less than a pump each usage I would invest in 2 tubes to be on the safe side.
answered 1 month, 1 week ago
Ericalynelle
(Los Angeles, CA)
answer 2
I would definitely buy a backup tube!!!
answered 1 month, 3 weeks ago
janvo
(Long Island, NY)
answer 3
I purchased this in the beginning of September, so I've had it for 7 months. I use it probably 5 days a week and still have maybe 1/3 of the container left so you should be fine!
answered 2 months ago
aeeaee
answer 4
I just bought it but I do not think its going to last long, it takes quite a bit and the tube seems small to me for the money. 1.0 fluid ounces.
answered 3 months, 1 week ago
buggars2
(Atlanta, GA)
answer 5
I bought mine back in mid-September (about 3.5 months ago), I use at least a pump every day, and I think I've still got about half a bottle left.
answered 5 months, 2 weeks ago
kbramp
(Columbia, SC)
answer 6
It will last until I throw it away. I will never use it again.
answered 5 months, 2 weeks ago
gardener1
(Philadelphia, PA)
Question
What is the best way to apply this product? I don't normally wear foundation and it seems heavy.
asked 3 months, 3 weeks ago on Hydra Life BB Crème SPF 30-PA+++
ccover
(Los Angeles, CA)
6 answers
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answer 1
I find this much lighter than a foundation. I apply a little bit at a time and gradually add until I feel that I have enough on and the coverage if where I want it. It has sunscreen which is a great benefit.
answered 1 month, 3 weeks ago
dkm03
(New York, NY)
answer 2
It is light weight not a foundation. I apply it right after my mosturizer, and love the fact that it does not leave you a cakey feel or look. It is a very natural look yet it gives you great coverage!! You also don't need a lot to cover your entire face just a tiny little dot les than the size of a pea. : ]
answered 1 month, 4 weeks ago
crayola
(Redwood City, CA)
answer 3
I apply this product with my finger...it's full of moisture, so it's really easy to apply. I know some people use a brush, but I am doing just fine without one.
answered 2 months, 1 week ago
kjazzy
(New York, NY)
answer 4
I tried applying this with a foundation brush but it was too light for a brush. I find the best way is to apply with fingertips although I will pick up some sponges and give those a try also.
answered 2 months, 1 week ago
jack02
(Detroit,MI)
answer 5
I didn't find it heavy at all. I use a soft primer underneath.
answered 3 months, 1 week ago
buggars2
(Atlanta, GA)
answer 6
Well this bb cream is like foundation,has a great coverage! maybe not good for you.
answered 3 months, 1 week ago
rossmont
(Spring Texas)
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How dark is it?
I'm very fair skinned and always seem to need to lightest shade of every foundation. Would this be too dark for me?
asked 3 months, 3 weeks ago on Hydra Life BB Crème SPF 30-PA+++
theredhedsed
(New York, NY)
6 answers
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answer 1
I have a fair skin and this turned out to be too orange for me. However, it does come in three other shades. This is supposed to be the universal one size fits all color.
answered 2 months, 1 week ago
jack02
(Detroit,MI)
answer 2
I am olive tonned and its a perfect match. might be to dark...sorry
answered 2 months, 3 weeks ago
renzy79
(toronto, canada)
answer 3
I didn't think it was dark at all and I'm fair skinned.
answered 2 months, 4 weeks ago
purplebear63
(IL)
answer 4
I am very fair. I was say it is a tad darker than my skin, but I like it this way as sometimes I use sunless tanners but even so it works well on my fair skin.
answered 3 months, 1 week ago
buggars2
(Atlanta, GA)
answer 5
It is kind orange not for you skin tone.
answered 3 months, 1 week ago
rossmont
(Spring Texas)
answer 6
Yes it is very dark and orange, especially for the winter months.
answered 3 months, 2 weeks ago
Schoolteacher
(Wallingford, CT)
Question
How can I blend this into my light skin?
I have light skin and even even i use a brush or my hands it looks like patches of orange on my face, so how can I blend it better to match my skin tone?
asked 5 months, 4 weeks ago on Hydra Life BB Crème SPF 30-PA+++
Ema88
(Chicago, IL)
6 answers
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answer 1
It did not look orange on my skin. It blended well. I use a brush sometimes but prefer to use my fingers. It is creamy and blends so easily.
answered 3 months, 1 week ago
buggars2
(Atlanta, GA)
answer 2
Maybe you could put some in your palm and mix a bit of moisturizer into it? That will help dilute the color a bit and help you avoid the patchiness.
answered 4 months, 2 weeks ago
getfit327
(Champaign, IL)
answer 3
Putting a bunch of light-colored powder on top helps some.
answered 5 months, 1 week ago
skincarejunkie9
(Chapel Hill, NC)
answer 4
I mix it with a lighter bb cream but try mixing it with your moisturizer!
answered 5 months, 2 weeks ago
aaims
answer 5
aww I was hoping it would work, thanks so much!
answered 5 months, 3 weeks ago
Ema88
(Chicago, IL)
answer 6
I have light/fair skin too...I tried everything to get this product to look natural and not orange on me...nothing worked. I tried thinning it right down with serums and moisturisers...I tried applying it with sponges/brushes...they didnt work...I tried adding a very pale foundation underneath it which A. defeats the purpose of an one step product and B.made it light orange instead of dark orange. I would even apply it sparingly and wipe what I could off with a tissue, but that didn't work either. I honestly believe it's the colour and it just isn't for all skin tones...ESP.the light/fair ones... : (
answered 5 months, 3 weeks ago
fabulous44
(Ontario, Canada)
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I have a fair complexion and wonder if this would be too dark for me.
asked 1 year, 2 months ago on Hydra Life BB Crème SPF 30-PA+++
laudan
(Rosedale,N.Y.)
5 answers
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answer 1
Try it on at the store to see for yourself. It will most likely be too dark, but if that's the case you should try DiorSnow BB cream which is a lighter shade than this.
answered 10 months ago
cinja
(San Francisco, CA)
answer 2
Yes too dark...in Dior I use the Naked foundation in 020 and this cream just got too dark on my face as the day went on.
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
miss757
(Chicago, IL)
answer 3
It might be. I'm on the light to medium skin tone side and I find this one to be a bit darker than I would like. I much prefer the Dior Diorsnow one.
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
dieselfan
(Los Angeles, CA)
answer 4
it was too dark for me after an hour or so, and i consider my skin light to medium so I would guess it would be too light for you
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
boisemom
(boise, idaho)
answer 5
It will depend on your undertones since this tends to lean towards a more yellow undertone. If you have a fair complexion with yellow undertones, then this will work. I hope this helps!
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
tiffanybt
Question
does it come only in one color?
is there a choise of colors or that's the way it comes?
asked 9 months ago on Hydra Life BB Crème SPF 30-PA+++
e9virgo
(Anaheim, CA)
5 answers
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answer 1
I was only able to find this product in 1 shade. But they have other similar products with a spectrum of shades.
answered 6 months ago
luckyk9
(Lawrence, KS)
answer 2
there's only one color and it seemed to dark at first cause i have light skin but it actually blended in really well and i was surprised
answered 7 months ago
snugglepug
answer 3
No, only one shade... If you are very light complected, apply very little, with powder over. Try it before you buy it
answered 8 months ago
Alejandracan2
(Mission, TX)
answer 4
It does only come in one color- however this product is super easy to blend. I personally have really fair skin- and the color of this product is pretty tan.
answered 8 months ago
hnw253
(DC)
answer 5
Yes, and that color is beige nude , so test in bright over head light.
answered 8 months ago
sarichfan
(tampa fl)
Question
Use with a moisturizer? How much is enough?
I recently purchased this BB cream and love the color and coverage (I am Asian, light/medium/olive complexion w/yellow undertone). I have combination skin, mainly oily in T-zone area. Should I use a moisturizer with the BB cream or does this have enough moisturizer already in it? How much is enough and what is the best way to apply it? Thanks!
asked 7 months ago on Hydra Life BB Crème SPF 30-PA+++
Anonymous
(St. Louis, MO)
4 answers
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answer 1
I use mine with a moisturizer because its dry in some areas but you don't need to. As for how much you need to you use, i only use very little like maybe a few drops but it all depends on how much coverage you want.
answered 6 months ago
kristennr211
(Boca Raton, FL)
answer 2
I would be hesitant to use a moisturizer in addition. For one thing, the formula is very thin, so extra lotion would dilute it. For another, you run the risk of making your skin too oily, which may make the rest of your makeup smear. I thought it was sufficiently moisturizing. My skin stayed soft all day with this cream. You can always save your main moisturizing work for the night time.
You need very little of this product, actually. Maybe the size of a dime for an entire facial application? It's thin and smooth enough that you should be able to just rub it in with your fingers. If you wanted to use a brush, you could dab it onto your face first, then use a kabuki brush in a circular motion to smooth out the finish. I found the finger application (like lotion) to work really well, though.
You need very little of this product, actually. Maybe the size of a dime for an entire facial application? It's thin and smooth enough that you should be able to just rub it in with your fingers. If you wanted to use a brush, you could dab it onto your face first, then use a kabuki brush in a circular motion to smooth out the finish. I found the finger application (like lotion) to work really well, though.
answered 7 months ago
chinarain
(Las Vegas, NV)
answer 3
I have combination skin as well, and even with moisturizer it dried out my cheeks, so I'd say definitely wear moisturizer and maybe leave out your T-zone. For application, I have tried using fingers and foundation buffing brush. Both seemed to work just fine.
answered 7 months ago
miloberry
(Los Angeles, CA)
answer 4
yes lightly moisturize your skin. and use this bbcream then lightly dab your skin with loose powder.
answered 7 months ago
hurrybunny
(Los Angeles , CA)
Question
Hydra Life BB Creme vs. DiorSnow BB Creme
How does the coverage, color, application, and consistency of the Dior Hydra Life BB Creme compare to that of the DiorSnow BB Creme?
asked 1 year, 3 months ago on Hydra Life BB Crème SPF 30-PA+++
pigglywiggly
(San Francisco, CA)
3 answers
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answer 1
This is definitely a biased answer, since I really like the Dior Diorsnow BB Creme. The color of the Diorsnow one is lighter and the consistency and texture when it goes on my skin feels nicer than the Hydra Life one.
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
dieselfan
(Los Angeles, CA)
answer 2
I have not tried both products, but I did research them both when I was looking for the perfect bb cream. The diorsnow contains a whitening/bleaching agent like so many of the Asian bb creams, which is intended to brighten the skin. It also has a higher SPF obviously. The hydralife does not contain the whitening ingredient and has an SPF of 30. I also read that the diorsnow is a little bit lighter while the hydralife is suited for medium-tan skin tones.
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
ineedmoremakeup
(Fairfax, VA)
answer 3
I have and use both...the BB cream, to me, is creamier without being thicker and has better coverage then the TM, although the TM has pretty good coverage for a TM. The BB cream has a silky powdery finish with dry down.
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
cactusjack
(Indiana)
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Maybe Im not up on the lingo, but what does BB stand for in this product?
asked 1 year, 2 months ago on Hydra Life BB Crème SPF 30-PA+++
fabolus1
(Peoria, AZ)
3 answers
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answer 1
Beauty Balm
answered 7 months ago
deanbean1
(Redlands, CA)
answer 2
The "BB" in the name stands for "blemish balm."
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
brincha
(Austin, TX)
answer 3
BB stands for "Blemish Balm" or "Beauty Balm". It is not brand specific. There are a ton of BB creams availalbe by many brands and they are not all the same. They vary in color, texture, etc. Experiment to find one you like.
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
asami86
(Schaumburg, IL)