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Among the various methods to put the foundation on the face, one of the most used is the brush: here are the types to choose from.
How to choose the right foundation brush
The brush is one of the favorite methods of many beauty influencers for applying foundation.
In this way, the application is simple and allows a compact coverage, perfect for hiding imperfections and discolorations for a homogeneous and not weighed down complexion.
One of the key benefits of using the brush to apply foundation is the fact that not even a small amount of product should be wasted. Furthermore, thanks to the flexibility of the bristles it is possible reach even the most difficult areas of the face, such as the edges of the nose. For a homogeneous application, free of imperfections, it is important to start applying the product starting from the central area of the face, then going on to refine the small details.
Just as there are different types of foundation, there are also different shapes of brushes. So here’s how to choose the perfect model based on the consistency of the product, for optimal results.
How to choose the right brush
The powder brush is the ideal tool for rolling out the liquid foundation. It is perfect, thanks to the wide and light bristles, for those who want a light-medium coverage, for a natural and homogeneous look. The best way to use it is to make gods circular movements in order to spread the product evenly and blend it to perfection.
The Kabuki is a brush with very dense and compact bristles, ideal if you want one strong base. Thanks to its shape, it is ideal for spreading thick and creamy formulas. It is especially recommended for those who want to camouflage large pores. Quite the contrary, however, it is not recommended for those with imperfections visible as it could cause cuticles to lift. Again, the best way to apply is to proceed with gentle rotary movements on the face.
Finally, the filbert brush. With a flat and wide shape, it has some very dense bristles, which allow a precise application of the product. It is ideal for those who want one important coverage. Precisely for this reason, there are those who recommend it only if you want to particularly cover the T-zone or to hide some imperfection. In this case for the application proceed either vertically or horizontally, going to blend the product towards the outside of the face.
How to choose the right brush: cleaning
Essential, to keep the brushes in perfect shape and to avoid the proliferation of bacteria that would then stick to the face, it is the cleaning.
There are those who prefer to wash them after each application of the product and those who never wash them. A good balance is to proceed to brush cleaning once or twice a week. To wash them, simply use del mild soap, like that of Marseille. The water should never be boiling, but warm water, in order to avoid damage to the bristles. On the market there are also special shelves on which to make circular movements for cleaning, but they are not strictly necessary.
What is important is completely remove make-up residues from the bristles. Thereafter, the best way to dry is by air at room temperature.
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