topic Re: Method for applying foundation in Beauty

Method for applying foundation

CherryHugs — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 14:38:48 GMT

What is the best method for applying foundation? I have brushes and beauty blender. I have used fingers most of the time but thinking I should do it differently!

Re: Method for applying foundation

JudyL — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 15:00:11 GMT

@CherryHugs wrote:
What is the best method for applying foundation? I have brushes and beauty blender. I have used fingers most of the time but thinking I should do it differently!

@CherryHugs - I think it depends on the foundation. Some apply better with a dampened sponge, some with a brush. I usually use a dampened sponge but that will sheer out the foundation. If you want more coverage, then a brush is good. If I use a brush, I will then go over my face after application, tapping lightly, with a dampened sponge to blend.

Re: Method for applying foundation

Icegoddess — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 15:12:26 GMT

I put it on my fingers and tap dots around my face and then blend. I've blended with fingers for years, buffing out at the end with a dense brush. I recently got an iT blurring foundation brush and have used it a few times to apply using the same technique of dotting the foundation on with my fingers and using that brush to blend it. I think either method works well. I don't think it gives me any more coverage than applying with fingers does since I use the same amount of foundation either way, one pump with a dot of Fenty Drop'lit.

Re: Method for applying foundation

Etoile308 — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 15:16:17 GMT

I usually always use a brush, and depending on the foundation it depends which brush I use.

For more coverage I like a brush like the Bare Minerals Beautiful Finish Foundation brush. I like the indentation on top holding the foundation. Of course there are similar imitation brushes to be found at a fraction of the price, and they work just as well for me.

Re: Method for applying foundation

JeanLouiseFinch — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 16:05:14 GMT

I'm from the "hurry up and get it done" line of thinking. Put some foundation or CC cream on my fingers, rub the fingers together, and apply like moisturizer, but taking note to get all areas covered. It seems to work fine for me. I'm more attentive to the rest of my makeup application. 🤷‍♀️

Re: Method for applying foundation

Fressa — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 16:02:45 GMT

I use a foundation brush if it's a solid/cake foundation or a loose powder. I use my fingers for a cream foundation. Liquid foundation I use a brush. (I put the liquid on the back of my hand and brush it from there to my face. This avoids streaks, for me. Hope one of these work for you.

Re: Method for applying foundation

CANDLEQUEEN — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 19:05:07 GMT

I apply mine with a damp Beauty Blender. I do like foundation brushes as well, and plan to purchase the one by Rare Beauty soon....

Re: Method for applying foundation

tansy — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 19:33:12 GMT

I almost always use my fingers. The warmth helps to blend the foundation or tinted moisturizer. It is more sanitary. Who washes a brush everyday?

Re: Method for applying foundation

ccassaday — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 20:06:32 GMT

I use my bk 101 foundation brush. It's my ride or die. Right now I am using the doll 10 tinted moisturizer.

Re: Method for applying foundation

ccassaday — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 20:07:17 GMT

@tansy wrote:
I almost always use my fingers. The warmth helps to blend the foundation or tinted moisturizer. It is more sanitary. Who washes a brush everyday?

I have a spray brush cleaner and I actually do spray them after every use.

Re: Method for applying foundation

Shanus — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 20:39:21 GMT

@CherryHugs I use a brush for my tinted moisturizer. I find I can stipple it on where I need more coverage. A sponge uses up a lot more foundation than needed IMO.

After putting powder on my t zone, I do use a damp sponge when finished to eliminate any powdered look.

I keep my "foundation brush" to the side to help blend edges of my blush/bronzer. I also sometimes use it to apply concealer if in a hurry.

Re: Method for applying foundation

AngelPuppy1 — Wed, 01 May 2024 10:46:55 GMT

I have tried brushes, sponges, fingers, etc. I just decided that applying some to the back of my hand and then dotting a small amount on my face and using my fingers to dab and kind of spread it gently is the best way for me!

Re: Method for applying foundation

vermint — Wed, 01 May 2024 12:23:20 GMT

If I use powder foundation, i apply with a brush. On the rare occasions that I use a cream, nothing beats my fingers for blending--and I've tried brushes & sponges many times.

Re: Method for applying foundation

San Antonio Gal — Wed, 01 May 2024 13:41:16 GMT

@CherryHugs - I spread a few dots on the back on my hand and then use a DAMP Real Techniques sponge to apply to my face. Air brushed look. I could never achieve this look using my fingers for application.

Re: Method for applying foundation

wagirl — Wed, 01 May 2024 13:57:10 GMT

Am a brush girl---I have some really awesome brushes too., from the various powder foundation sets . I use the damp sponge too usually around my eyes for concealors.

Re: Method for applying foundation

Tricolor — Wed, 01 May 2024 15:37:20 GMT

I use medium coverage liquid foundations. Here and there I will use a Beauty Blender but most of the time I use a brush. I I have a Guerlain foundation and they suggest putting a few drops on the brush then apply to the face. This was a different approach for me but I like the application.

Re: Method for applying foundation

CherryHugs — Thu, 02 May 2024 18:22:56 GMT

Thank you all for your replies!!!