They’re pink, squishy, and all the rage in today’s world of beauty, but what is a Beauty Blender and how do you use it?
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Created by the makeup mastermind, Rea Ann Silva, this iconic egg-shaped sponge was designed to meet makeup artists' need for a completely edgeless applicator. This groundbreaking shape allows for a flawless, photo-ready finish every time. On top of that, the material is latex-free and recyclable, which is a win for both your skin and the planet. The open cell matrix design of the sponge allows it to hold enough water to saturate the sponge without feeling too wet, which means your expensive products stay on your face instead of being absorbed into your Beauty Blender.
The "Wet. Squeeze. Bounce." technique is all you need to know. Just wet the sponge, squeeze out the excess water, and bounce (not rub) the sponge on your skin to apply and perfectly blend your makeup. And the best part is that the Beauty Blender can be used for more than just makeup application. You can also use it to apply facial cleansers, lotions, and serums.
Beauty Blender makes several products that I love to use. If you need precision around your eyes, you should try the Micro.mini Blender, a smaller version of the original sponge. And if you're looking for something to apply and blend self-tanner or shimmer lotion on your body, they've got you covered with a larger size. The company even offers reusable oil blotting sponges called Blotterazzi, which are made of the same material but come in a flat shape, perfect for on-the-go touch-ups.
The biggest thing you need to remember is to clean your Beauty Blenders! Wet sponges are a perfect breeding ground for bacteria so it's important to clean your Blender every time you use it. Luckily, it's super quick and it will help your sponge last longer!
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In short, I cannot recommend the Beauty Blender enough. I use several products from the brand both personally and when I'm on set working as a professional makeup artist. For things like beauty photography, the details are incredibly important and I can always count on this handy tool to help me get the job done. As far as pricing, the original Beauty Blender will set you back $20 and should lasts up to 3 months of daily use according to the Beauty Blender website. Happy blending, my friends!