foundation brushes or sponge?? any one recommend one

Cushtie

Evening!

I have always used a make up sponge - i have never had one break up on me yet, i think the trick is to keep them moist at all times: rinse after each use! I find they give a lovely, light finish!
I couldn't cope without mine!

angel81uk

Whilst I was training as a make up artist my tutor (who is a very famous make up artist) recommended the M&S foundation brush. She was given one as an xmas gift and loved it so much she bought one for every make up artist she worked with at the time!

Some people don't like using a brush though as they find it can leave brush marks/streaks. In that case it's a good idea to buy a kabuki brush (they look like almost like a mens shaving brush) and "polish" the brush marks away using a circular motion once the foundation has dried. If you're using a foundation brush you really do need to make sure you wash it regularly, ideally once a day (do it before bed and let it dry over night) or at the least once a week. If not your brush ends up as a breeding ground for bacteria.

Personally I like to use a latex wedge sponge. If you wet it and squeeze all the water out so it's just damp before using it it won't soak up and waste so much foundation. Again, don't leave it caked in make up for too long either throw it away and start using a new one, or for a more money saving/eco friendly approach pop them in a delicates bag and bung them in your washing machine.

bank_of_slate

The Body Shop's foundation brushes are used by celebrity make-up artist Chase Aston.
The beauty of them is:
1) bristles don't fall out! - value for money, it'll last years!
2) synthetic bristles mean that you can wash it with antibacterial soap to get rid of foundation build up and bacteria
3) You'll use less product than a sponge as the brush won't soak half of it up which will save you money
4) A brush gives a more even finish and blends the product beautifully.
sponges soak up loads and need replacing regularly, fingers are oily and you will be adding oil (and quite possibly bacteria) to your face.
I always use a foundation brush whether I'm using liquid, cream, powdre or mousse foundation!
...Linda xx

kelly-jelly

I use a foundation brush to apply my liquid foundation and found that a good way to apply it is by dipping a cotton bud into the foundation, dotting it on your face and then use the brush.

gabyjane

Can a brush be used with mousse type foundation? thanks

StompingOgre

has anyone tried the QVS COMPACT POWDER BRUSH from superdrug ?
is it any good ?

sadiedoll

I'd recommend the brushes from eyeslipsface - £1.50 and amazingly high quality.