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As I have just done a post on choosing the right foundation I thought it'd be good to post about the best applicators for your foundation. Correct application is just as important as getting the right product, if applied correctly you shouldn't be able to notice the foundation at all. So, here goes...

1. The Foundation Brush
The foundation brush is most suitable for liquid foundation. Normally coming in the "cat's tongue" shape they are great for getting an even coverage and for blending. However for an even better application I would suggest going for a stippling brush. The stippling brush is a completely different shape; the end of the brush is flat and from above looks circular. The bristles are densely packed but more feathery towards the end. This allows for a HD effect. If using this brush, work your foundation into the skin in circular motions to buff as you go. The stippling brush is great for blending as well due to the way the fibres work.

Elf Studio Stipple Brush 

My favourite stippling brush has to be the ELF.co.uk brush, coming in a £3.75 it is exceptional value for money, a definite must for everyones make-up bag. Also, check out the other brushes of their site as they are all great quality!!

2. The Sponge

The sponge is best for cream products as it won't absorb the cream (most likely oil-based) product. Sponges also offer brilliant blending results. However, they do harvest bacteria after use so always wash your sponges, I'd suggest with antibacterial face wash; BodyShop do a brilliant tea tree face wash which I use to clean all my make-up brushes.

RealTechniques Miracle Complexion Sponge

I love the RealTechniques Miracle Complexion Sponge. Coming in at £5.99 at Boots it may seem expensive, but, it's design is unlike any other. Offering 3 in 1 benefits this sponge does everything.

Rounded sides - blend large areas of the face with a repeated "dabbing" or "stippling" motion

Precision tip - covers blemishes and imperfections.

Flat edge - for the contours around the eyes and nose

A definite buy if you use cream foundation. This also works well with liquid foundation. Just make sure you wash it!

3. The Kabuki Brush

The Kabuki brush is best for powder and loose powders, especially mineral foundation. The densely packed bristles allow for superior application and coverage meaning HD pixel perfect skin. 

TOPSHOP Kabuki Brush

I love the TOPSHOP Kabuki Brush, for £8 I think it is good value. The bristles are tightly packed and the tips are incredibly soft. Brilliant for applying powder foundations and also for buffing finishing powder on top of liquid. This brush is a great all rounder.

These are just my top three types of applicators, I know there are more out there.

As always, leave your comments below.

Much love

R x