This is a great product for everyday wear delivering a number of benefits - this BB cream contains an SPF25, hyalronic acid and it mattifies, which is great for summer.
I love seeing how Garnier are taking more responsibility to reduce their environmental impact, which is clearly highlighted on the packaging.
I have fair skin and used the light colour, which was perfect for me. It offers a pretty light coverage, possibly a little less than some other BB creams, but is easily buildable, so you can target any areas requiring more coverage and it will blend well.
The cream is very light-feeling, having that “mineral” feel, which glides on really well when applying. This product claims to have a mattifying effect and it defiantly does. I have oily skin and this cream instantly reduced shine without feeling drying and my skin stayed radiant, but shine-free for most of the day (on a humid summer day). It makes a great eyeshadow primer for eyelids. Skin also feels softer to the touch after applying this cream.
The fragrance is quite strong and artificial smelling, which is my only complaint.
I have used this daily since I received it and have used it in a couple of different ways. On days I wanted light coverage I used it on its own and it did not seem to get too oily despite having oily/combination skin. On days I wanted fuller coverage I wore my foundation over the top, although not quite as smooth as a primer it was a good base to start with and my foundation lasted well. Also I had some sunny days during that time and it did seem to protect me from the sun. I also found the packaging appealing as it is working towards a more sustainable product. My only negative is that it has a reasonably strong fragrance and I prefer less fragrance.
Tips: Mix with a full cover foundation for medium coverage.