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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다르크무드
Sep 22, 2019
Dry Skin
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Pros
It's so great to carry around in my bag because it's thin and curved. As it's a balm type, I was able to do my makeup from morning to touch-ups without having to bring BB cream or foundation when I went on a trip. The convenience is unbeatable!
Cons
There's no separate sponge compartment, it's just a thin film and sponge on top of the balm, which is very unsanitary. The coverage isn't extremely good. There seems to be some darkening.
Tip
I think it's better to buy cheap puffs and replace them often for more comfort.

치자없는피즈
Aug 28, 2018
Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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Pros
The color is pretty. It looks good on my skin tone... After my workout, I went to the MAC store next to the department store to buy a lipstick. I ended up buying the product after the MAC sales associate persuaded me; I originally had no information about the product, and I usually firmly refuse products that are being aggressively sold, and only buy after thoroughly researching later. But I wonder why I did that at the time.... Seems like the MAC sales associate's recommendation of a lipstick that perfectly matched my lipstick color preference boosted my trust. And she said that for someone like me with thin skin, makeup should be applied lightly, just tapping it on, and this would be good for a simple application after my workout shower... so I ended up buying it. Come to think of it, a regular cushion product would also be good for a simple application.
Cons
The flat packaging is good for portability, but the problem is the poor hygiene of the case. Luckily, the cushion puff fits, but there is no middle partition. So I cut a round OHP film and stuck it on with tape to use it. The texture seems to apply smoothly, but my skin feels a bit stuffy. The coverage is not great... it doesn't seem to cover small blemishes, dark spots, or redness very well... it's more like just evening out the skin tone. The color seems nice though.... The heavy feel doesn't match the poor coverage, so I don't reach for it often. If the purpose is just evening out the skin tone, it would be better to just use a foundation. This is... like applying a thick sunscreen, with that same thick and tacky feel. The fact that the packaging is not refillable is also a big downside. I won't be repurchasing it anyway, but for those who like the product, the price doesn't seem very reasonable considering the user satisfaction and convenience.

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.

Ailie_s
Dec 8, 2017
Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
Even though I applied various foundations and BB creams to my dehydrated, dry, flushed, and heat-sensitive skin, they would always end up peeling and clumping. When I went to buy MAC lipstick, the store artist persuaded me to buy it, and wow... it has become a holy grail product! Even after wearing makeup for a long time, it doesn't feel heavy or oily. It adheres smoothly to my skin! It does crease a bit, but not excessively, and when I feel it creasing, I can just smooth it out with my fingers, and my skin looks flawless again! It has truly become a holy grail product 😭 My skin dryness is not at all noticeable!
Cons
The disappointing part is that since it's a nighttime product, the product itself tends to attract a lot of dust and impurities... And I wonder why they included that blotting paper-like thing - what am I supposed to do with that? It just gets really dirty.
Tip
As someone with dehydrated skin, oily T-zone, visible flakes, flushing, and a lot of facial hair, I thoroughly prep my skin with a solid skincare routine and then use the MAC Scrub? Strobe? Cream, applying it with a sponge to melt it into the skin. This creates the most nourished, smooth, and supple complexion! The flakes don't emphasize, and since it's a balm-type, the flakes don't lift either 😄

초코에몽23
Nov 9, 2017
Combination SkinSensitive Skin
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Pros
The good points... 1. Portability The case is small, so it's easy to carry around. 2. Color The color is a beautiful ivory. It suits everyone well. That's it!
Cons
1. Pore-accentuating and Uneven Finish I bought it to use as a corrector, but it keeps caking and leaving uneven patches... I wonder if the sponge is the problem, and even when I switched to a cushion puff, the huge pores are still visible. ㅠㅠ 2. Hygiene First of all, you have to keep in mind the dust factor with this type of foundation. And the place to put the puff is quite awkward...
Tip
It just didn't work for me. ㅠㅠ...

hohojini
Aug 19, 2017
Dry Skin
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Pros
When testing the store, the staff told me to apply it with my hands instead of a puff, but I didn't want to get it on my hands, so I tried using various things like a competitor's puff. The color correction effect is good. Even if you just apply one layer in a hurry, it's great. It's not drying and is moisturizing. There's no darkening.
Cons
What am I supposed to do with the puff? I threw away the built-in one and used a Missha puff, but when I applied it with the Missha air cushion, it got a bit greasy... I don't know what's good about it. The Daiso crappy puff that someone mentioned... I don't know what that is, but I guess I should try to find and use it. The coverage is rather poor. I'm always busy, so I used a primer and just this, but the big blemishes didn't get covered up.
Tip
Use it together with foundation as a corrector or with a concealer. Even if you just apply one layer, it makes your skin tone look moisturized and nice.

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.

ariri11
Oct 17, 2016
Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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Pros
I'm on my 3rd repurchase of this product and I'm still loving it! The color is beautiful, it's lightweight, applies naturally, and has great adhesion and lasting power. I have a fair 21-tone complexion and I'm using the lightest shade. In the fall and winter when I have some redness, it covers it well without needing a separate concealer. I usually apply it with a brush or a Real Techniques brush.
Cons
It collects a lot of dust ㅠㅠ And can't the oil paper be made differently? The puff is... really not to my liking ㅠㅠ That's why I don't use the puff.
Tip
For those of us with dry skin types, in the fall and winter when it gets even drier, try adding a drop of facial oil when using it! I use a spatula to scoop it out, which helps keep it cleaner to use.