What type of brush is best for foundation?
“I love a spherical rounded foundation brush with densely packed hairs, which allows you to get an immaculate buffed-out blend,” says Naoko Scintu, Dolce & Gabbana Global Beauty Expert. “I want skin to look as natural as possible, so with this type of brush you can keep blending to get the skin glowing."
Amber Jones, Education Manager at Morphe, says that the best brush depends on your preferred foundation formula and desired finish. “We designed our new range at Morphe to cover all bases," she says. “For example, our M104 Domed Foundation Brush is fantastic for achieving a natural, airbrushed look with liquid or cream foundations, as the dome shape design buffs product seamlessly into the skin.”
But if you prefer a more full-coverage finish, Amber recommends the M107 Paddle Cream & Liquid Foundation Brush as your go-to. "This classic design allows precision and control when laying product in areas where you wish to achieve fuller coverage.”
And there's further options too…
- Kabuki brushes: Due to their high density, kabuki brushes are great if you want an airbrushed and streak-free finish.
- Fluffy brushes: Fluffier foundation brushes are perfect for those who enjoy a thin layer of foundation that will result in a natural finish.
- Flat brushes: If you tend to opt for a full coverage foundation and love a “full glam” moment, then a flat foundation brush could be your best bet.
- Duo brushes: Dual-ended brushes are fitting for those of us who want a multi-purpose brush. You can use the other end for concealer, blush, bronzer or any other complexion products, saving you even more space in your makeup bag or inside your drawer.
What brush is best for stick foundation?
“I recommend using a flat, dense brush, such as the kabuki brush," says Hayley Walker, makeup artist at Justmylook. "Its design is ideal for applying stick foundation, blending with light and stippling motions for precision. An angled foundation brushalso works well for applying product into hard-to-reach areas for even coverage.”
“The Morphe M106 Flat-Topped Foundation Brush is excellent for stick foundations,” says Amber. “Its dense bristles pick up and blend the product evenly without dragging or pulling on the skin.”
What is the best foundation brush for full coverage?
Naoko reveals that she likes to use a flat brush to apply a full coverage foundation, before buffing it into the skin with the new Dolce & Gabbana Foundation Beauty Brush. “I love this brush to finish off the edges and to give the skin a once over before completing the makeup look.”
Hayley reveals that a flat-top kabuki brush or a dense buffing brush is best for flawless full coverage.“A flat-top brush works well for full, even coverage and helps liquid or cream foundation apply flawlessly on the skin for an airbrushed finish,” she says. "A dense buffing brush provides seamless application and helps blend the foundation smoothly while achieving high coverage. For best results and maximum coverage, avoid dragging the brush across the skin and instead opt for light, stippling or buffing motions.”
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