(Backordered) THREE Smooth Operator High-Performance Cream SPF50 (02), 30g

P.S.: With the dry weather, this product is half as good. I'll reserve this for spring and summer! I've upgraded my rating from my previous review! Thanks to this, I can apply the base in just one minute, lol. No need to tamp with a puff or sponge! I'll probably buy it again. I apply a thin layer, about the size of my index fingernail (your skin may vary, lol), all over my face. It's semi-matte, and I lightly tamp it down on my forehead, nose, and cheeks, and that's it. It's easy to use, and perfect for my current time-saving makeup routine. (Review:) I bought this product without any expectations, based on a recommendation, but I think I like it better than the original product. I'm always in a rush in the mornings (why don't I get up earlier?!) Even on my days off, there are times when I can take my time with my makeup, and times when I can't. I use this for those days when I can't. It's a little matte, but it can be drying, so if you have dry skin, you might need to moisturize your skincare routine heavily if you're using it in the fall and winter. I'm currently experiencing the worst dry skin and peeling from retinol, but this is so light I could even pick it up. I use a very small amount. I also like Dior Prestige, but this one is more semi-matte. I highly recommend this to anyone who's in a hurry. With this and Three's multi-balm, my makeup time was about 3 minutes! It's said to be a suitable everyday product, but it seems like it's definitely in the top ranks. However, with a rating of this many stars, it's drying, and if my skin condition isn't great, it will still leave imperfections. I think it's a bit of a tricky BB cream! It seems to contain powder, so if you apply it too thickly, it will look powdery! Be careful.

I purchased it after getting a touch-up at the counter to see how it looked on my skin. I was looking for something light but high-spec, so I found just the right product. Unless your skin is irritated, this one bottle is all you need. I think using too many products can irritate your skin, so if you're looking to trim it down, I recommend starting with this and working your way down to less of a burden on your skin.

I received two samples when I purchased powder at the THREE counter, and I tried them out. Each packet lasted about four or five uses, so it was nice to be able to test them thoroughly. The BB cream offers excellent UV protection with SPF50+/PA++++ and UV/water resistance ★★, and it spreads easily and is very comfortable to use. Though it's a BB cream, it has the same color-correcting power as foundation, allowing for smooth, even application without a primer. I particularly liked how it naturally covers uneven pores. On the other hand, I used the lightest shade, 01, but it wasn't as bright as I expected, and the color didn't quite suit my taste. Also, since there are only three shades, I think it would be easier to choose if there were more options. The feel and functionality are excellent, so I think it's a highly satisfying product for those whose shades suit them.

I have sensitive skin, so it's difficult to find other products, and I have a trip coming up soon, so I decided to buy this again. I personally think it's a great product because of its strong UV protection. (Update: December 2025) When I first started using it (June), my skin felt dry and sensitive, but it seems to have settled down, even in winter, and it no longer feels dry. I'm relieved that I can now apply it directly to my face without having to moisturize. It doesn't have much coverage, but it gives a natural finish, and even with just powder and no foundation, my skin looks beautiful. It's not sticky, so I think it's fine to use it alone for short outings. It also has strong UV protection, so I don't get sunburned at all. It doesn't irritate my skin, which is a plus. The only downside is that it's more expensive than my main sunscreen. This is a review from when I first started using it (June 2025). SPF 30 is fine for everyday use, but I'd like to use SPF 50 from spring onwards, so I was looking for one with SPF 50. Of the various samples I tried, this was the only one that worked. I have sensitive skin that leans towards dry, so it felt a little dry at first, but as long as I moisturized thoroughly and then applied this before it dried, it was fine. I finish with RMK's powder foundation, or if I'm not using foundation, I use IPSA's control powder. I'm not sure about the cost-effectiveness as a primer, but I think it's a good item for those who want to save time.

It has strong UV protection and a beautiful finish, but I personally feel like it doesn't spread very well. I prefer something a little more moisturizing, so I probably won't buy it again.