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Bobbi Brown skincare

Bobbi Brown is an American skincare brand founded in 1991 and owned by The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. since 1995.

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Bobbi Brown is universally loved for its nourishing moisturizers, gentle makeup removers, and dependable formulas. Its products suit dry, normal, and combination skin best. The standout products for particular concerns include the Soothing Cleansing Oil for acne-prone skin, the Hydrating Face Cream for skin with dark spots, and the Vitamin Enriched Face Base for mature skin. Together, these carefully crafted offerings deliver reliable care for everyday routines.

This page covers some of the most popular Bobbi Brown products; for the whole Bobbi Brown range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.

People Say

★4.7Overall rating based on 4.7k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise Bobbi Brown for rich textures, makeup priming properties, and hydrating formulas. The most common complaints are strong fragrances and skin irritation.

Highlights

  • Excellent makeup bases Mostly Mentioned
    • “keeps foundation in place — Vitamin Enriched Face Base”
    • “doubles as primer — Hydrating Face Cream”
  • Lightweight moisturizers Often Mentioned
    • “absorbs instantly — Hydrating Face Cream”
    • “Light on face — Illuminating Moisture Balm”
  • Luxurious texture Often Mentioned
    • “buttery consistency — Vitamin Enriched Face Base”
    • “Lightweight "water-light" feel — Soothing Cleansing Oil”
  • Uplifting and pleasant scents Often Mentioned
    • “fresh citrus smell — Vitamin Enriched Face Base”
    • “Spa-like aroma — Soothing Cleansing Oil”
  • High price point Mostly Mentioned
    • “expensive for size — Vitamin Enriched Face Base”
    • “Expensive for a cleanser — Soothing Cleansing Oil”
    • “expensive for the size — Hydrating Face Cream”
  • Strong fragrance Often Mentioned
    • “overpowering herbal scent — Hydrating Face Cream”
    • “overpowering scent — Vitamin Enriched Face Base”
    • “Fragrance is rather strong — Illuminating Moisture Balm”
  • Skin sensitivity and irritation Often Mentioned
    • “Causes cloudy vision — Soothing Cleansing Oil”
    • “causes grease — Vitamin Enriched Face Base”
    • “Caused breakouts — Soothing Cleansing Oil”
  • Causes breakouts Sometimes Noted
    • “cystic acne flare-ups — Vitamin Enriched Face Base”
    • “My skin develops pimples — Illuminating Moisture Balm”

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Questions and answers

Is Bobbi Brown worth it?

Bobbi Brown may be worth it for shoppers looking for lightweight, luxurious moisturizers and excellent makeup bases, though reviewers note a high price point. Lovi rates the Bobbi Brown-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

What are Bobbi Brown's best products?

Bobbi Brown offers several top-performing choices depending on skin needs, such as Vitamin Enriched Face Base and Hydrating Face Cream for dry skin, and Soothing Cleansing Oil for makeup removal. Reviewers frequently praise the range for providing excellent makeup bases with lightweight moisturizers and luxurious textures.

Which Bobbi Brown moisturizer is best for dry skin?

Hydrating Face Cream is the best moisturizer for dry skin, followed by Illuminating Moisture Balm and Vitamin Enriched Face Base, which both also rate High for dry skin.

Does Bobbi Brown cause breakouts?

Bobbi Brown may sometimes cause breakouts, as reviewers note that the products can occasionally cause breakouts and skin irritation. Lovi rates the acne-prone skin fit for Vitamin Enriched Face Base and Soothing Cleansing Oil as Average, and for Illuminating Moisture Balm as Low.

Is Bobbi Brown fragrance-free?

Yes, every one of the Bobbi Brown products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients, though reviewers mention strong scents.

What are the key ingredients in Bobbi Brown products?

Bobbi Brown products contain ingredients such as glycerin, panthenol, and sodium hyaluronate, which help maintain skin hydration and improve barrier function. Glycerin aids in moisturizing dry skin, while sodium hyaluronate supports skin quality and signs of aging.

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How do I build a Bobbi Brown skincare routine?

To build a Bobbi Brown skincare routine, start by gently removing makeup with Soothing Cleansing Oil, then apply a moisturizer like Vitamin Enriched Face Base or Hydrating Face Cream to keep skin soft and smooth. Lovi rates the Bobbi Brown-focused routine Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin.

Where can I buy Bobbi Brown, and how much does it cost?

Bobbi Brown is available through stores in the Netherlands. Prices on this page range from €42.59 to €96.60.

What are good alternatives to Bobbi Brown?

Good alternatives to Bobbi Brown include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. These similar brands also have dedicated pages on Lovi for comparison.

Bobbi Brown vs CeraVe: which is better?

Bobbi Brown is rated Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin, whereas CeraVe is rated High for dry skin and Superior for the others. Reviewers often mention that Bobbi Brown products have a luxurious texture and uplifting scents, though some note a high price point and strong fragrance. Every Bobbi Brown product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

Who owns Bobbi Brown, and where is it from?

Bobbi Brown is an American brand founded in 1991, owned by The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. since 1995.

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Is Bobbi Brown cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Bobbi Brown as cruelty-free.

Research behind Bobbi Brown's key ingredients

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