![]() Since it isn't porous like a classic sponge, this blender doesn't absorb any makeup, and transfers all product to your face. We were pleasantly surprised with its softness, and how well the teardrop shape performed when applying foundation. If you want a hypoallergenic beauty tool (no natural latex!) to create smooth coverage across your face, this silicone beauty blender is the way to go. Shape: Teardrop with flat edge | Material: Latex-free foam sponge | Absorbency: Light | Good for: Liquids, creams, or powdersĭoesn't blend as well as a classic sponge because it's dryĮditor's Note: The silicone makeup sponge product we originally tested is discontinued, so we recommend this similar option instead. Though it's not as plush as other sponges, the size, shape, and material makes the LA Girl sponge a good option for daily use - and at a budget-friendly price. This makeup sponge is easy to clean, and all the residue came out with a few rinses. That said, it eventually created a smooth finish with our foundation. One word of caution: This sponge tends to push makeup around, so you have to be careful when blending. ![]() The shape aided application, with the pointed tip getting into the small areas around the nose and under the eyes. In terms of design, this sponge mimics a classic teardrop shape with a slight edge for blotting certain areas of the face - say, your cheekbones with blush. We also loved how soft the latex-free foam material felt on our skin during application. ![]() It's quite dense compared to a lot of the sponges we tested, which makes for minimal absorbency (meaning all of your foundation will go onto your skin rather than disappear into the sponge). Sponge pushed the makeup around a bit had to blend well Shape: Hourglass, dome | Material: Cotton | Absorbency: Light | Good for: Liquid or cream foundation It's a no-fuss beauty blender that does what you expect, and it's super easy to rinse out when you're ready to clean it. Overall, this is a user-friendly and affordable makeup sponge that's soft on your skin, and applies makeup evenly without streaks or blotches. It was not as seamless as we'd hoped, which could also be attributed to the application technique or foundation used - we can't solely blame the sponge. This makeup sponge fell short when we tried to build up foundation coverage on our skin the member on our team who tried this sponge has oily skin and hyperpigmentation and was looking for good, buildable coverage. During application, its pointed dome shape allowed for blending in tight spaces like under the eyes and around the corners of the nose, while the base was great for larger areas like the cheeks, chin, and forehead. It scored well in the absorbency test when used with foundation, it transferred most of it onto the skin rather than absorbing it all. Made from a plushy sponge material, this blending sponge is quite soft when damp and doesn't feel rough on the skin. Its material, effectiveness, and durability makes this our best overall choice. If you ask us, the L'Oreal Infallible Blend Artist Foundation Blender is essentially the goldilocks of makeup sponges - because it's just right for all of your needs. Hard to build up coverage with this sponge Of all the makeup sponges that PEOPLE Tested, these were considered the best. They evaluated each sponge for absorption (no one likes wasted product!), application, and ease of cleaning, while also considering shape, texture, and the final makeup look. Our PEOPLE Tested testers spent a day applying different types of makeup with 13 of the most popular sponges. ![]() But don't fret - we did the hard work for you. Now, all you have to do is find the right makeup sponge for your skin. She adds that sponges "work well for both liquids and powders." When applying foundation or any cream-based product, the right makeup sponge can blend the color for a natural-looking finish and smooth the look of any unwanted texture.Ĭompared to brushes, "I find that sponges are very beginner-friendly because they provide a quick, seamless blend with less effort," TikTok creator and celebrity makeup artist Melissa Murdick tells PEOPLE. If you've ever wondered how celebrities get picture-perfect makeup (apart from professional glam teams, of course), it's thanks in part to a tiny but mighty beauty tool: the makeup sponge.
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