The best BB creams - TOP 5 ranking in 2025
BB creams are versatile 2-in-1 cosmetics that combine skincare action with the ability to mask skin imperfections. They offer effective hydration, even out skin tone and, in the case of the highest quality products, additionally provide SPF filtering to protect against harmful UV rays, which becomes important especially during summer days. Aware that the market offers hundreds of different products, we have prepared a ranking of the best BB creams, based on practical tests. Our list helps to identify the most valuable proposals, in order to make it easier to choose the most suitable BB cream for your individual skin needs.
The ranking factors we took into account are:
- Masking imperfections
- Skin protection
- Price
- Consistency
- Performance
- No irritation
- Composition
What ingredients to look for in good BB creams?
UV filters - sunscreens (SPF), protect the complexion from harmful UV radiation, preventing pigmentation changes and photo-ageing of the skin.
Moisturising ingredients - e.g. hyaluronic acid, glycerine or ceramides, help to provide the skin with optimal moisture levels and protect against dryness
Antioxidants - Vitamins, such as C and E, and other antioxidant substances in BB creams fight free radicals, protecting the skin from oxidative stress and the ageing process.
Plant extracts - Such as aloe vera, green tea, chamomile or ginseng, soothe irritation, provide extra hydration and have an antibacterial effect
Pigments - Contribute to even skin tone, mask minor imperfections and some further reduce redness and the appearance of pores.
Anti-wrinkle ingredients - retinol, peptides or plant extracts with anti-ageing properties protect against the appearance of wrinkles and make the skin more elastic.
Take a look at our ranking of the best BB creams:
The BB cream SPF 50 from NUTRIDOME is the perfect choice for those looking not only for effective sun protection, but also a product that offers excellent coverage. Testers agreed that the application of the cream was not only pleasant but also easy, and its light texture won their approval. The availability of shades (Ivory, Vanilla, Light Beige) allowed each tester to find a shade to suit her skin type. The cream absorbs quickly and the SPF 50 filter effectively protects the skin from harmful UV rays. Enriched with moisturising ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, macadamia oil, squalane and vitamin C, the formula not only works to nourish, but also to brighten, improving skin tone. Natural extracts and oils provide additional skin care action. Tests have unequivocally confirmed that the NUTRIDOME BB cream deserves to be the best product in this category.
L'Oreal Paris Magic BB Cream is a BB cream from a well-known manufacturer, available in several shades to suit different skin tones, although the lack of available samples can make it difficult to find the perfect colour. There were heads up among our testers that the end result might be too matte for some, but the cream is effectively moisturising. Thanks to the presence of vitamin B5, the cream evens out pigmentation and vitamin E has an antioxidant effect. The liquid texture makes it easy to spread; unfortunately, the durability leaves a lot to be desired. However, its noteworthy formulation and level of skin hydration are worth noting, although use may require refreshing throughout the day.
Purito Cica Clearing BB cream is a product designed for those looking for a versatile cosmetic. Its formula combines moisturising, soothing and smoothing effects while providing a gentle camouflage for imperfections. The texture of Purito's BB cream is good and easy to apply. The formulation with Centella Asiatica extract, niacinamide and allantoin not only nurtures, but also gives a uniform skin tone. Nevertheless, it is worth noting some inconveniences, such as periodic difficulties with the availability of certain shades and too little sun protection. The SPF38 filter may not be sufficient in the warmest months of the year. A negative surprise is the perceptible fragrance, as the manufacturer declares that the cream is fragrance-free. Also worth mentioning is the very high price, but the overall quality and effectiveness of the Purito Cica Clearing BB cream stand at a good level.
Dark Panda is a BB cream by Skin 79 that combines the features of a moisturiser, an opaque foundation and a UV filter. Its moisturising and protective effect is worth appreciating, especially due to its high SPF 50 filter. However, for some, the level of coverage will be a little too high, so there may be a mask effect that does not look natural at first glance. The formula contains bamboo leaf extract, which affects the skin's firmness and elasticity levels. The addition of vitamin B3 helps to brighten the skin and reduce discolouration. Although the product has a medium shelf life and can roll off after a while, it definitely catches the eye with its cheerful packaging featuring an adorable Panda. However, it is worth noting that the cream is only available in one shade, so not every skin tone will work with it.
The BB cream by Paese, enriched with hyaluronic acid, is distinguished by its very light texture. The cream effectively moisturises and regenerates the skin, but also effectively defends it against pollution and blue light harmful to the skin. After application of the cream, the skin becomes optically smoothed. Its formula, based on 98% natural ingredients, contains hyaluronic acid and extract of the great oman root, which enhances the moisturising effect. Although the majority of the formulation is made up of naturally derived ingredients, the remaining 2% raises some concerns, as there have been cases of clogged pores. This may be due to the presence of comedogenic ingredients such as isostearyl isostearate and diesters of isostearic acid and polyglycerol. These susbtances are not recommended for sensitive skin.For those without pore-clogging problems, Paese BB cream may nevertheless be an attractive option,
