MAC Prep + Prime BB Beauty Balm Compact [SPF30/PA++] Reviews

Name: Prep + Prime BB Beauty Balm Compact [SPF30/PA++]
Brand: MAC
Rating: 3.44 (178 reviews)

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Hazeee
May 5, 2020
Combination SkinSensitive Skin
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Pros
The case is comfortable to hold and has a good grip. It's compact in size, so it fits nicely even in small mini bags. It has good coverage.
Cons
It feels a bit oily and greasy. The puff compartment in the middle is not separated, which is inconvenient. The middle film is paper, so it gets messy when you throw it away. The internal formula is creamy like foundation, but it clumps up before application, making it difficult to apply smoothly. I've attached a photo.
Tip
It's better to use it for touch-ups rather than full coverage. Just apply it lightly. It can cause the makeup to shift. The coverage is decent, but I honestly don't think I'd buy it again.

수님이11
Nov 3, 2018
Oily SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
The coverage wasn't too bad. I was satisfied with the coverage.
Cons
Over time, it looked kind of jaundiced and unsightly.

유유닷
Feb 4, 2018
Oily SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
1. Low oil content (it seems to be great for oily skin!! I used it without powder in the winter!! 2. Good skin expression (but only when the skin condition is good) 3. Good coverage (scars, pores are all well covered~ 4. The puff feels good!!
Cons
1. Unhygienic (the puff is placed directly on a single sheet of paper, and the dust doesn't come off easily... 2. When there is a lot of dead skin, it emphasizes the dead skin..
Tip
Before using the puff, I first apply it with a brush, and then pat it with the puff~I don't know if it's just my imagination, but it feels more adherent.>.<

별이엄마쩡이
Feb 1, 2018
Combination Skin
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Pros
I use this as a winter cushion. Although it's a foundation, it applies thinly and has good lasting power. It gives a porcelain-like expression. The coverage is also good.
Cons
There is a greaseproof paper on top of the solid beauty balm, and a puff on top of that. So a lot of dust sticks to it. The case needs urgent repair (but I'll repurchase it anyway because of its performance).
Tip
It attracts a lot of dust, so I don't carry it around. I only use it at home. If you melt it with your hands and apply it, the adhesion is better than the puff, and it applies more thinly and beautifully (but I'm lazy so I just use the puff). There's a bit of oil, so touch-up makeup is needed in the middle. Even if you accidentally apply it too thickly, it melts naturally to fit my face within an hour or two, so don't rub it (if you rub it, it will get stuck in pores that weren't clogged before).

희동빠
Dec 8, 2017
Dry Skin
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Pros
My skin type is dry but I want pore coverage. I dislike cushions because they get stuck in my pores, but I wanted something hydrating. I've been using this product for 3 years. It covers pores, provides sun protection, and even neutralizes yellow tones. With this one product, my makeup is complete. I will continue to use this going forward.👍
Cons
There is no middle cap between the puff and the product, so a lot of dust gets in.

따릉따르릉
Jul 8, 2017
Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
As someone with acne-prone skin, this product seems to have good coverage and is convenient for touch-ups.
Cons
The powder seems to pick up a lot of dust and the sponge gets dirty quickly. The product quantity is also too small.

하늘이땅콩
Apr 16, 2017
Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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Pros
The coverage was also good, it didn't apply too thickly, and the lasting power was long-lasting and good.
Cons
It's a shame there's only one puff. Using the puff, it gets dirty quickly and a lot of dust settles on it.
Tip
Applying it together with the scrub cream improves the lasting power.

인생템을찾아떠나는길
Mar 11, 2017
Oily SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
The product seems to be just usable. The coverage is around medium-high, and it didn't seem to crease too much. The longevity is quite good. The case is also pretty and easy to carry around!! The store staff said it would give a dewy skin expression, but I don't think that's the case - it just gives a subtle glow. As I have oily skin, I prefer a more matte finish rather than a dewy one, so the glowy effect works better for me!
Cons
First of all, the color is too dark. I bought the Light Plus version since there's a Lightful C cushion, but the color is too yellowish. I really regret getting the Light one - for someone like me who is around NC21, the lighter shade would have been better. So now I'm mixing it with a whitening cream to make it better, and that helps a bit. And while it's convenient to carry around, when you first open it, it's kind of disappointing - a sponge and some oil paper, for a MAC product? This is definitely an area that needs to be improved, like making a plastic cover or something. The product also attracts a lot of dust... And the puff is useless - when I tried to apply it on the back of my hand, it just absorbed everything and didn't transfer to my skin at all. It's basically a sponge, not a puff. I really want to send an email to MAC and ask them to revamp this product.
Tip
Just throw away the oil paper and sponge, and buy a makeup puff from Daiso or Olive Young. Dampen it before use, and it'll work much better.

시드물중독
Mar 6, 2017
Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
I'm so happy to have found a good cosmetic product that I tried for the first time. The coverage was great.
Cons
I have combination skin that's prone to acne and redness. But after just one day of using this, I started getting a few breakouts. I thought it was just an adjustment period, so I used it for about 3 days, but the breakouts just got worse. This product is not for me.

justjun
Feb 12, 2017
Combination Skin
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Pros
Recommended for those with sensitive skin. Recommended for those who dislike cushions. Lasts well into the afternoon and is great. Easy to use even outside.
Cons
Why is there no refill? It wears down quickly. If you could make a foundation like this for touch-up makeup, I would use it.