Makeup sponge

The steps for this one are as simple as you’d expect: Wet your makeup sponge, massage in a few drops of your preferred soap, and pop it into a bowl of water. For the best results, make sure there’s enough water to entirely submerge the sponge. Let it sit for two to three hours. While you wait, get cracking on that puzzle you’ve been meaning to start. Once time’s up, remove your Beautyblender and lightly rinse and wring it under running water. Best makeup sponges “Powders are better applied with makeup brushes, but liquid and cream products blend best when applied with a sponge," says Loiz. "Often, liquid and cream products look streaky when you use a brush, but sponges give you more control to pat the product evenly into the skin.”

Take your makeup application to the next level with camera ready professional-grade makeup sponges. Your application will be flawless, even in those tough-to-reach areas. Stock up on your favorite easy-to-manipulate, supple, and reusable professional-grade makeup sponges to help you create perfection every time. This is just okay, didn't last long. Foundation Application

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It wasn’t long ago when the Original Beauty Blender took the makeup world by storm. And shortly after that some of the best Beauty Blender alternatives hit the market. Every makeup fanatic and their bestie was sold on this new makeup applicator. I’ll admit, I too was sold on the hype. Heart Makeup Sponge Editor’s note: We also recommend having multiple sponges on hand for hygienic purposes! If you have a few sponges, you can rotate and wash them all at the end of the week and not have to worry about cleaning them after every use.