You can spend a fortune to buy the best foundation on the market, but if you don’t apply it properly, it won’t matter how expensive it is. Applying foundation with a makeup sponge can help you get a flawless appearance.
Makeup sponges come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and textures. They are widely recognized as the ideal way to apply liquid makeup. A sponge can also be dampened and used with powder makeup.
Makeup sponges used to be made for a single use, but today they are designed to be cleaned and reused. Many are durable enough to last for months, as long as they are cleaned properly.
Sponges are absorbent enough to soak up any excess liquid makeup so you do not overapply it. They blot makeup to give you a flawless complexion.
The size and shape of the sponge you use will depend on where you want to apply your makeup. If you are going to apply foundation to a large part of your face, use a large, rounded sponge. If you are going to put makeup on small corners of your face, use smaller, squared off sponges. You can also use a smaller sponge to conceal blemishes.
To get the best results, wet the sponge first. Water will help you apply makeup smoothly. If you are using liquid foundation, put a small amount on the back of your non-dominant hand, dab makeup on the sponge, and then apply it to your face using a stippling motion. Do not swipe or drag the sponge across your face because that will not give you a seamless look. Add foundation a little at a time until your entire face is covered. Go back over your face with a stippling motion without any makeup on the sponge to blend any areas you might have missed.