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B rush, sponge, blender… there’s an array of application options to choose from, writes Catriona Doherty

Finding the best foundation application tool has never been easier. Credit: Getty Images

IT Cosmetics Heavenly Luxe Flat Top Buffing Foundation Brush, £36

Huda Beauty GloWish Airbrush Finish Complexion Brush, £27

IT Cosmetics Heavenly Luxe Flat Top Buffing Foundation Brush, £36 The densely packed Flat Top Buffing Foundation brush is ideal for use with pressed and loose powder foundations. The flat circular shaped head is designed to evenly distribute just the right amount of product, hence less waste. The tool allows you to build coverage while buffing away any imperfections for a soft-focus finish.

Real Techniques Foundation Blender, £13 The versatile Real Techniques Foundation Blender’s dense bristles and domed shape make it an excelled choice for blending and buffing for effortless coverage of liquid, cream and powder foundations. The compact handle-less shape is designed to give users more control while blending as it sits snugly in the palm of your hand. The tool is a 100% cruelty-free, vegan product. Weekly cleaning is recommended in order to prevent product build up.

No7 Buff and Blend Liquid Foundation Brush, £15.95 If you prefer liquid foundation and favour heavy coverage, opt for the No7 Buff and Blend Liquid Foundation Brush. The time-saving applicator enables user to apply and buff in one step — buffing allows the product to get into all the nooks and crannies of your face. The compact bristles are firm enough to hold your heavy-duty foundation of choice, yet soft on the skin.

EcoTools Bioblender Sponger, £6 Bioblender is a biodegradable makeup sponge made from environmentally friendly ingredients. The patented shape has three distinct edges — use the different sides to fit the contours of your face and build coverage by applying makeup in a gentle bouncing motion. Dampen the sponge for a sheer, dewy glow. Replace the Bioblender after 30 days and pop it in your home composting unit once you’ve finished with it.

Huda Beauty GloWish Airbrush Finish Complexion Brush, £27 The GloWish Airbrush Finish Complexion Brush is aimed at those who prefer a natural, airbrushed-like finish. Blend and buff your foundation with light, short strokes, applying product outwards and upwards — repeat on any areas that need more coverage. Created for use with liquid or cream formulas, it’s a vegan product and the handle is made with post-consumer plastic. bareMinerals Dual-Sided Silicone Blender, £12 Created specifically for use with the bareMinerals Complexion Rescue Hydrating Foundation Stick, the Dual-Sided Silicone Blender is a great applicator for stick foundations in general. The silicone side is used to stipple and build coverage delivering a natural finish, while the sponge side is used to smooth product, leaving a velvet-like finish. The blender comes in a vented travel pouch that can be popped in your bag for on-the-go use. Mac Cosmetics 196S Slanted Flat Top Foundation Brush, £28 The 196S Slanted Flat Top Foundation Brush features short bristles and a flat slanted top that reaches all the contours of the face. The brush is made of soft, synthetic fibres that have a silky feel. Its shortened bristles allow for highly controlled, even distribution of foundation formulas — liquid, cream, gel and powder — for a smooth, buffed out finish.  

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