What does a makeup sponge do?

What does a makeup sponge do?

Elliptic Makeup Sponge,also known as beauty sponges,come in all shapes and sizes. Popular egg-shaped beauty sponges have taken the world by storm but there are actually over 20 different types of beauty sponges to choose from. 
If you’ve secretly wondered what Facial  Makeup Sponge to use and when we’re here to put your pretty little mind at ease. The secret is out ladies and today we’re going to breakdown the ins and outs of makeup sponges.

If you grew up applying your foundation with little foam wedges, the idea of a Facial  Makeup Sponge may sound a little dated. The makeup sponge, however, has grown up right along with you. New improvements to this old beauty standard have made it a tool you’ll definitely want in your cosmetic bag.

What Is a Facial  Makeup Sponge?
A Facial  Makeup Sponge is a soft tool you can use to apply liquid and cream makeup products. Makeup sponges can be made of many different materials, so it’s important to make sure the one you choose is free from common skin irritating ingredients, like latex.
For sensitive skin, the best sponges will be made from skin-safe foam. Our sponge is made of antimicrobial foam to be gentle on all skin types and to drive away bacteria.

What Does a Drop Shaped Sponge Puff Do?
Drop Shaped Sponge Puffs help you apply liquid makeup. If you’re a pro with your fingertips, this might seem redundant, but using a makeup sponge can help you achieve a smoother finish, help blur harsh lines, and even help regulate the amount of product you need.
History of the makeup sponge
Drop Shaped Sponge Puffs have become more widely used as of recently, but have actually been around for decades. They were originally used and loved by professional makeup artists like our very own founder, Nikki Hynek on the sets of movies and fashion shows. 
Up until a few years ago, makeup sponges had lost some of their popularity in the beauty world due to the growing demand for artistic makeup brushes. That was until the beautyblender was born. With a practical egg shape and pretty pink color, beautyblender reinvigorated the beauty blending landscape.

What is a Drop Shaped Sponge Puff Used For?
Once you master the art of using a Drop Shaped Sponge Puff, there’s no limit to how well you can blend your liquid and cream-based products. Here’s how we love to use makeup sponges to create flawless finishes like professional makeup artists.
Foundation
Use your makeup sponge to effortlessly apply foundation to all areas of your face and jawline. Once you’ve applied your moisturizer, dampen the sponge and lift a little product from the back of your hand.
Begin applying foundation in upward swipes. Gently bounce the sponge on your skin (don’t press) to blend. This will help you avoid streaks and create a smooth textured finish.
Concealer
Makeup sponges can make you an expert at applying concealer. Using the small end of the makeup sponge, lift the concealer from the back of your hand and gently dab it on areas that need coverage. Whether you need full coverage or lightweight coverage, you can use the makeup sponge.
Blending
If you’ve been looking for the perfect tool for blending, you’ve found it. Nothing gives you more seamless blending than a makeup sponge. Use the larger, rounded edges for blurring lines and creating the most believable, natural-looking makeup finishes.
Liquid or Cream Products
Makeup sponges work best with liquid or cream products. In fact, if you’ve been intimidated by cream blush because you’re afraid you won’t get it right, a makeup sponge makes the application virtually foolproof.
Using your sponge, you can gently press into the cream-based blush and dab the product on your cheeks, blending the edges until you have a smooth, natural-looking flush.
Powder
Our sponge is just like you — beautifully versatile. Feel free to use it for powder products, too.