BUFFING BRUSHES These brushes have thousands of tightly packed bristles that push liquid products in creating a flawless and even coverage. Gently swirl the brush over your face until it looks as if the foundation has melted in instead of sitting on top of your skin. TRY A06 Base - Foundation (£32) and A04 Conceal - Concealer (£30) brushes (Ayva Brushes) Oval x9 Brush (£16.99, Luxe, available at Boots) Limited Edition Pro-Evo Buffer and Sculpt Brushes (£32.99 each, Iconic London)
STIPPLING BRUSHES Stippling brushes pick up less product for a lightweight application. The flat top provides light but buildable coverage. Pat the brush onto your skin and then buff in small circles to blend in the foundation.
SPONGES For an airbrushed look, apply your foundation with a damp sponge, which gives sheer and dewy coverage. Tap it onto the skin and blend it in using patting motions. If you want fuller coverage, apply makeup with a dry sponge, however, if you use a liquid foundation, it will absorb a lot of the product.
TRY D01 All About the Base Brush (£12.99, Spectrum Collections)
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Stippling Makeup Brush (£8.95 each, Nanshy)
Cosmetic Sponge (Pink, NPW) Marvel 4 in 1 Makeup Blending Sponge (£5.95, Nanshy)
FLAT ANGLED BRUSHES Flat brushes give great coverage with liquid products, because the foundation sits on the skin. The angled cut makes it easy to reach areas around the nose and eyes. TRY A02 Your Best Angle Brush (£8.99, Spectrum Collections) Flat Foundation Makeup Brush (£8.95 each, Nanshy) 2017 Spring | Issue 9 #INSPO 27