Foundation Application: Brush vs. Sponge vs. Fingers

Liquid foundation is water-based, and therefore many of us prefer it for its great coverage and moisturizing effects. However, there are way too many ways to apply it. You’ve got makeup brushes, sponges, and good old hands.

In today’s blog, we’ll be discussing the pros and cons of these application methods.

Making a Case for Fingers

Fingers are like a free makeup tool that never goes out of use. They ensure endless applications and save you a ton in blenders. They also warm up your foundation, making the application easier.

However, fingers are also pretty uneven and textured, so there’s always the risk of an inconsistent finish. They’re also kind of a health hazard, even if you’re washing them before touching your face. You see, they catch bacteria in real-time, which could lead to breakout further down the line.

Making a Case for Sponges

Sponges are certainly smooth and even. They offer better control than fingers, ensuring an even application throughout. They’re also inexpensive, so you can just get another one if your old one isn’t up to scratch.

However, like all sponges, makeup blending sponges absorb more product that you’re never going to use. Your foundation will just sit within its foam interior until you wash the sponge, draining away lots of precious product in the process. They’re also not very safe and might contain deadly bacteria.

Making a Case for Brushes

Foundation brushes make quick work of blending, giving airbrush tools a run for their money. They blend makeup seamlessly, allow you more control over coverage, and give you access to the most inaccessible areas of your face.

However, they aren’t high-quality across the board. Many brands have yet to get the synthetic bristles on their makeup brushes right. Poor quality bristles often fold, break, and attach themselves to your face by getting mixed up in the foundation.

That’s precisely why you need to stick to the high-quality makeup tools offered by Khuraira Cosmetics. Take a look at our makeup brushes, and get one each for your powder foundation, HD Dual Concealer, and makeup foundation. While you’re at it, treat your skin to some of our most beloved products, such as makeup foundation for dark skin, HD Airbrush Makeup, Invisible Touch Up Powder, Dark Circle Primer, HD Dual Concealer, Age Control Concealer, and more.

Get in touch for queries and concerns regarding our skincare cosmetics.

Khuraira Cosmetics’ recently launched cosmetics affiliate program gives you the chance to call home a celebrity makeup artist for examining your very own makeup collection. These are makeup experts who can sniff on our makeup to tell whether or not it’s still good for application. We also make suggestions for upgrading your cosmetics as well as makeup applicators for a flawless makeup look every time.

Khuraira Musa has been a celebrity makeup artist and expert for well over 20 years. In 2008, she founded the eponymous Khuraira Cosmetics, a boutique and flagship store for locally-made makeup products in New Jersey.