01Drop-shaped
🔴 Waterdrop Shape, Versatile
✅ Correct Usage:
Tip (for detailed areas like the T-zone, eye area, and nostrils) Curved Surface (for lightly patting makeup onto larger areas of the face) Base (for setting makeup and reducing a powdery finish on areas like the forehead and cheeks)
02Gourd-shaped
🔴 Gourd Design for Easy Grip
✅ Correct Usage:
Tip (for detailed areas like the T-zone and around the lips, suitable for precise makeup application) Curved Surface (convenient for applying makeup on the nose bridge, chin, and achieving a perfect fit) Base (for applying foundation on the cheeks and forehead for a natural finish)
03Diagonal-cut
🔴 Quick Makeup Application, Smooth and Elastic Skin
✅ Correct Usage:
Tip (for areas like the nostrils and eye area, precise makeup application) Curved Surface (suitable for applying makeup to the neck and rolling it on) Base (for applying makeup to larger areas like cheeks and forehead)
04Peach-shaped
🔴 Unique Peach Shape, 360° Smoothness
✅ Correct Usage:
Tip (for the T-zone, eye and lip areas, makeup setting) Curved Surface (suitable for rolling makeup on the neck for a natural look) Base (suitable for applying makeup to larger areas and setting makeup, such as the forehead and cheeks)
05Double-cut
🔴 Fits the Skin, Ensures Even Makeup Application
✅ Correct Usage:
Tip (for the T-zone, eye area, lip area, and nostrils) Curved Surface (suitable for gently patting and pressing makeup on the entire face, achieving a natural look) Base (suitable for larger areas like the forehead and cheeks)
06Triangular
🔴 Fan-shaped Design for Versatile Makeup Application
✅ Correct Usage:
Tip (for detailing hard-to-reach areas on the face) Side (covers details like the eye area and nostrils) Flat Surface (for applying makeup to larger areas on the face) Curved Surface (focus on even application on cheeks and forehead)
07Triple-cut
🔴 Versatile Combination for All-over Makeup
✅ Correct Usage:
Tip (for detailed areas like the T-zone, eye area, and nostrils) Cut Surface (for applying makeup to larger areas all over the face) Base (for areas like cheeks and forehead)
Today, let's talk about how to choose the right makeup sponge. You must pay attention to these three factors:
Firmness
A soft makeup sponge may not be the best, but a very firm one is definitely not good. For example, you can refer to MINISO's makeup sponge, which feels very hard on the face and makes it feel like you're hitting yourself with a stone when applying makeup.
Pores
Makeup sponges with small pores tend to absorb less powder and provide better coverage when applying makeup. They also prevent wasting foundation. On the other hand, makeup sponges with large pores tend to absorb more powder and water. However, the key is the even distribution of the pores. Many makeup sponges on certain online platforms have large pores and can lead to a lot of foundation waste due to uneven distribution.
Absorbency
Using a dampened makeup sponge for application can make your makeup look more transparent, while a dry sponge may provide better coverage. RT's makeup sponge is quite popular for a reason, as it offers affordability, good adherence, and minimal powder absorption. There was also a trend on YouTube recently for makeup sponges with a velvety texture. These sponges require a different technique for application, involving wetting and squeezing before applying makeup in a patting motion. They are a unique type of foundation brush. However, they require a higher level of skill, and are not recommended for those with less experience.
