BB creams began as a product developed by a German dermatologist in 1970. It means Blemish Balms. The original product had exceptional qualities to calm redness and soothe the skin after dermatological treatments, but their properties to the skin virtuous, gained popularity in Asia following the Korean celebrities, revealed that the BB creams were their skin beauty secret. They combined all the benefits on skin care treatment, foundation, whitener and moisturizers, with sun protection. Its success produced the launching of the CC Creams (meaning Color Control) that are refined and lighter versions of BB Creams
They are applied after or instead of a day cream.