WHAT IS A BB CREAM VIBRATING APPLICATOR?
It's actually not a new gadget. It is similar to the idea behind the Lancome Oscillation Powerfoundation which was launched in 2009 and they are still selling it. These battery-operated vibrating applicators are said to vibrate over 12,000 times per minute to give the smoothest, most even application you can’t achieve with any other applicators. It's also easy to use: you only need to apply the BB cream directly over the sponge that is attached to the applicator or put some dots on your face with your BB cream, turn on the device, run it over your face and let it do its job. This can be done in just a few minutes which will save you a lot of time in the morning.
COMPARISON
Before purchasing one it's great to compare it first. I'm going to compare some vibrating applicators from a few Korean brands, if you are not interested in this, you can scroll down to this blogpost to read my opinion about it:
BRTC - SMART BB ARTIST AUTO MAKE UP SET
- • vibrates 12,000 times per minute
- • use less bb cream and have a better looking skin
- • removable puffs, 5 puffs are included
- • covers pores, wrinkles, lines and spots
- • provides amazing spreading in seconds
- • cannot purchase the device separately
- • the device comes with a BRTC BB cream
- • 2 small batteries are included (not sure which one)
- • price is around $50,60 for the device, bb cream and 5 extra puffs.
- • shop where you can purchase it: sasa.com (link to the product)
MISSHA - M PRISM BRIGHT-ON AUTO POWDER
- • vibrates 13,000 times per minute
- • this illuminating mineral powder comes with a vibrating puff applicator
- • puff can be removed but there are no extra puffs included
- • it creates a natural finish and a flawless coverage
- • cannot purchase the applicator separately
- • moist sponge powder helps to fit to skin perfectly for long-lasting.
- • 1 lithium battery CR2032 is included
- • price is around $32 for the powder and device
- • store where you can purchase it: ebay.com (link to the product)
More information about this powder can be found on their website www.misshaus.com.
THE FACE SHOP - SMART DIGITAL BB CREAM + DEVICE
- • vibrates 12,000 times per minute
- • the smart digital bb cream comes together with the vibrating applicator
- • maximizes the adherence to skin and smoothes out the uneven skin surface
- • 2 small batteries are included (not sure which one), these look the same as the BRTC ones
- • the puff can be removed but extra puffs aren't included
- • price is around $40 for the device and bb cream
- • store where you can purchase it: ebay.com (link to the product)
For more information go to www.international.thefaceshop.com.
ETUDE HOUSE - PRECIOUS MINERAL BB DATION KIT
- • vibrates 8500 times per minute
- • the applicator called Real Hand Touch comes with the Etude House Precious Mineral BB cream
- • massages the skin for healthy stimulation, creating soft and supple skin.
- • blended and perfect finish
- • comes with 2 AAA batteries
- • cannot purchase the real hand touch seperately
- • price is around $40 - $50 for the applicator and bb cream
- • stores where you can purchase it: keautystore.com (link to the product), prettyandcute.com (link to the product) and cosmetic-love.com (link to the product).
More information can be found on their website www.etude.co.kr.
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IT'S SKIN - SCULPT SKIN
- • vibrates 12,000 times per minute
- • the foundation comes with an vibrating applicator
- • it applies the foundation evenly and flawlessly on the face
- • cannot purchase the applicator separately
- • noise reduction
- • comes with 1 x CR2032 battery
- • puffs are removable, but no extra puffs are included
- • prices are around $41 for the foundation and device
- • stores where you can purchase it: ebay.com (link to the product)
More information can be found on their website: http://en.koreadepart.com/item/1332749511/
TOK TOK PRO TOUCH
- • vibrates 12,000 times per minute
- • comes with 4 different puffs which means that this applicator has multiple functions: powder puff, cleansing puff, 2 x foundation puffs and a massage puff
- • works with primers, foundations, moisturisers, serums, sunscreens and more
- • includes a Rubicell puff favoured by professionals
- • it helps to apply make up evenly and provide better absorption when applying creams
- • moves with the curve of your face
- • comes with 1 x CR2023 lithium battery
- • only takes 1 minute to apply your make up
- • feels light and natural during application for pore coverage and illumination
- • prices are around $40-$50 for the applicator with 4 multifunctional puffs
- • store where you can purchase it: ebay.com (link to the product)
More information can be found on this website: www.groupon.sg
COMPARISON CHART
I made this comparison chart just to make it easier for you girls so that you can easily compare the specifications of the applicators. Click on the picture to enlarge.
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MY OPINION
If you compare all of the above vibrating applicators they all seem to promise the same thing - it gives you an even and natural finish. If you look at the prices, it can go up to $50 which is quite pricey. If you compare the price and quantity, BRTC is the best choice. It offers the device, a bb cream and 5 extra puffs which probably will last for a long time. If you would like to have an multifunctional applicator, then the TOK TOK Pro Touch is the best out of the bunch. It's not only a bb cream applicator but also a cream applicator and a cleanser. I recently purchased this one online, so I'm very curious how this applicator will be. The MISSHA applicator seems to be the fastest and the Etude House one the slowest. It's all up to you which one you would choose, which BB cream you love and if you are willing to spend money on a vibrating applicator. Unfortunately not all applicators are sold separately, which makes you obliged to buy the bb cream as well.
What do you think of this vibrating applicator trend? Would you give it a try?