Flawless Application
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I’ve always been a fan of applying foundation with a brush. Ask any of my friends – especially the ones who apply foundation with their hands (Bridgette!!!!). The application is just so much smoother and cleaner – if you have the right brush of course.
I’ve gone through quite a few myself. I find one I love, then come across another one that’s even better. Which is exactly what happened when I found my new current favorite: the . It is so extremely soft to the touch, yet provides great coverage thanks to the shape. It’s the perfect combo of gentle & effective!
But of course you can’t have flawless application without setting your foundation with a little powder. That’s where the comes in. I just got this one too and I have to say, it’s amazing! It is so big and plush – my favorite for powder application. When a brush isn’t soft enough, it can mess up the previous layers of makeup, so for me softer is always better! Plus I’m not trying to pile on a ton if it and I’ve found that softer brushes don’t pick up as much product, which is definitely my preference.
I’ve also been kind of gently placing the brush on my face instead of sweeping it. And then when I was getting my makeup done for my bestie’s wedding this weekend, the makeup artist did the same thing. Totally a pro move!
How do you achieve flawless application?
Photos by Johnny Cheng.
Alecia Mariana
August 26, 2015 @ 9:18 am
I’ll have to try this! I’m in desperate need of new makeup brushes anyway 🙂
xx,
La Joie de Vivre
Megan
August 31, 2015 @ 9:25 am
You definitely should! They’re totally my favorite!
Maru
August 26, 2015 @ 10:07 am
I do apply my foundation with a brush as well, but I have to admit that when I’m in a hurry, I do it with just my fingers. For me, the key to a flawless makeup is blending!
Megan
August 31, 2015 @ 9:25 am
Yes, blending is a must!
Emma Walker
August 26, 2015 @ 11:04 am
Love this!
Emma | With A City Dream
Megan
August 31, 2015 @ 9:26 am
Thanks, Emma!
Victoria
August 26, 2015 @ 12:15 pm
I use EcoTools too! They’re amazing – so soft and effective!
Megan
August 31, 2015 @ 9:26 am
Right!? The best!
Emily
August 26, 2015 @ 3:36 pm
These photos look fantastic!! I have been looking for new makeup brushes so I’m happy to read this review and see that these are so affordable. Thanks for sharing!
xoxo Emily
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Megan
August 31, 2015 @ 9:26 am
Thanks, Emily! They really are. You’re so welcome!
Sarah
August 26, 2015 @ 5:39 pm
EcoTools brushes are so awesome! I’ve been using them since I was a teenager but I keep going back. This was a really great review!
I like using a moist (and dabbed off) sponge, whether a beauty blender or a simple wedge, to apply my foundation. I initially spread it with the sponge and once it is covering more surface area I start to stipple to achieve an airbrushed look.
Sarah
Sweet Spontaneity
Megan
August 31, 2015 @ 9:29 am
Thanks, Sarah! Those are great tips! EcoTools really is the best. So glad you agree!
Katya
August 27, 2015 @ 7:47 am
I’ve been using Eco Tools Domed Bronzer Brush and I love the quality so I’m sure I’d love these too! These two brushes together sound like the most fab combo!
The Beauty Harbour
Megan
August 31, 2015 @ 9:30 am
They really are! You have to try them out!