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which do you think does a better job at blending/buffing liquid makeup (foundation/concealer/tinted creams) that results in a better airbrushed finish? i tried a damp sponge/beautyblender before, and even with the bouncing technique, it just wets the makeup that it thins it out too much. i'm a little hesitant at trying brushes since there's tons of them and i don't know which kind (doesn't matter which brand) does the best job at blending/buffing liquid makeup into skin. there's the buffing brush (flat top), and then there are the domed blush/bronzer brushes that i've seen some vloggers on youtube use instead to buff liquid makeup.
right now, my skin is close to normal in winter, drier on my cheeks and around my lips. by summer time, my face becomes combo with a really oily t-zone. if that helps.
I mostly use the beautyblender for blending foundation, BUT I always make sure I "dry" it after wetting it before blending ("bouncing" technique). I wet it 'till it's inflated, then squish all the water out of it, then press it with a towel, and only then use it for blending out the foundation (it's only barely damp that way).
If it thins out the makeup more than you'd like, you can always apply another layer and blend out again (a lot will depend on the finish of your foundation, obviously - some are more sheer than others).
For blending out bronzer, blush, or any contouring, I use the flat top stippling brush OR blending brush. The one by Bare Minerals is great, as is the MAC 187, and I also love their Oval 6 brush for this purpose.
I say a brush is better... I can't use a sponge without getting streaks at some point. Doing a "stippling" (dabbing) move with a brush is just more natural IMO.
which do you think does a better job at blending/buffing liquid makeup (foundation/concealer/tinted creams) that results in a better airbrushed finish? i tried a damp sponge/beautyblender before, and even with the bouncing technique, it just wets the makeup that it thins it out too much. i'm a little hesitant at trying brushes since there's tons of them and i don't know which kind (doesn't matter which brand) does the best job at blending/buffing liquid makeup into skin. there's the buffing brush (flat top), and then there are the domed blush/bronzer brushes that i've seen some vloggers on youtube use instead to buff liquid makeup.
right now, my skin is close to normal in winter, drier on my cheeks and around my lips. by summer time, my face becomes combo with a really oily t-zone. if that helps.
Sounds like the blender is way to wet. It should be barely damp.
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Figuring out the right way to apply foundation can be a challenge. The new silicone sponge is a highly unique makeup sponge that is easy to use, that helps you blend the product evenly on the skin as you desire. To gather more info about the product one can visit silidrop.com web link of an online store.
i've recently seen those silicone "sponges". i'm waiting to see more reviews on them in amazon and youtube to get the feel of how those products work
Figuring out the right way to apply foundation can be a challenge. The new silicone sponge is a highly unique makeup sponge that is easy to use, that helps you blend the product evenly on the skin as you desire. To gather more info about the product one can visit silidrop.com web link of an online store.
I've heard nothing but bad reviews on those silicone sponges. The only people who rave about them are the beauty bloggers who are being paid to do so.
I say a brush is better... I can't use a sponge without getting streaks at some point. Doing a "stippling" (dabbing) move with a brush is just more natural IMO.
This is what I use. I use to use the foundation brush which does leave brush strokes on your face. I then learned about stippling & I love it. It gives natural look without thinking it out. I notice few years ago the beauty blender became popular & it is all over youtube. But I am happy with my stippling method and I am not about to learn something new.
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