No one wants obvious concealer (that's an oxymoron) or a cakey, mask-like foundation. A trusty makeup sponge is a must-have that lets you blend those as well as bronzers and shadows to perfection. And there's no need to shell out big bucks for a brand name when will do the trick, fans say — especially when they're on sale.
Right now, you can get a 5-pack for just $6 — that's just over $1 each. Don't be afraid to get these wet: "Dampen them to get that dewy finish on your foundation," . "There is no need to buy the overpriced well-known brands.
" These wildly popular sponges will save you plenty of bucks. For some perspective, compare this colorful set with one sponge, which will set you back $20. Five of those would run you $100! Applying makeup is an art, and an artist needs quality tools.
can be used wet or dry, and they're just the right shape for all types of liquid and cream makeup, reviewers say. They're also latex-free and easy on sensitive skin. Wondering why you need one of these pleasingly plump sponges in the first place? "Once you've discovered the wonder of a [blender sponge], you'll never go back to using your dumb old fingers again," says .
"They make any kind of face makeup appear more smooth on your skin. They blot out creases and also extend the life of your products — you'll use less concealer and foundation, and you'll use it more efficiently." Nearly 75,000 Amazon reviewers have given a five-star rating — pretty dang impressive numbers! Many compare them favorably to more expensive sponges.
Pros 👍 "These are seriously the best generic Beauty Blenders!" . "Why anyone would pay $20 for a name-brand Beautyblender when there are excellent dupes like these is beyond my realm of comprehension. These are just as soft, bouncy and absorbent (but not overly so, as to waste product) as the name brand.
" agreed — no need to overspend. "I debated between these and the Beautyblender and decided to try these first. I did not understand how they wouldn't 'waste' product, but now I understand! These little guys are so helpful in spreading my liquid concealer around and blending it in so the color is nice and smooth.
I use the flat bottom for the forehead, chin and cheeks ...
while using the pointed edge for the nose area and any creases. It is easy to clean it after each use (I use a squirt of foaming hand soap) and let it dry out before the next use." are fans: "I am a makeup artist and I use these for my clients.
They are super soft and squishy and perform better than the Real Techniques sponges I used to use. They can be easily washed without any cracking or staining. And they are so inexpensive that I can just throw them away and use a new one each time (which I prefer to do for clients).
I use them both wet and dry for applying everything; foundations, concealers, powders, you name it! Don’t waste your money on the Beauty Blender or Real Techniques sponges — these are better!" Cons 👎 Most shoppers say buildup is easy enough to remove with regular soap, but this : "They are easy to clean, but they do seem to stain." agreed: "It is nearly impossible to get rid of all the stains completely." (Might we recommend to avoid the problem altogether?) These also may take a little more getting used to than the brand names.
"I like how inexpensive these are, the quality is good," . However, "I can only use them when they are fully damp and expanded, otherwise, if they're dry, they feel a bit hard to apply makeup." Also on sale? This pretty pink version — though if you're concerned about staining, consider darker colors, reviewers advise.
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