Sponges for make-up appeared more than 10 years ago and successfully conquered a niche in the beauty industry, becoming an indispensable weapon in the hands of makeup artists and ordinary girls.
Sponge - sponge with a porous structure of small size. Designed for uniform distribution of tonal resources on the skin of the face. Beauty sponges can be of different shapes, colors and sizes. Each type of sponge is applied depending on the skin area and its purpose.
Types of makeup sponge
There are several basic types of makeup sponge. Makeup artists recommend to buy sponges immediately in the set. The presence of different shapes and sizes will help to make up not only the skin of the face, but also the eyes and lips. It will also ensure uniform application of products on hard-to-reach skin.
The shape of the sponge can be different: round, square, triangular or in the form of a drop - they all fitfor various cosmetic products:
- Square and round sponges are used to apply powder. Such sponges are usually allocated with rather large sizes as they are used for processing large areas. Sponges in the form of a brush suitable for crumbly powder.
- Triangular sponges are best suited for the distribution of foundation (BB and CC cream). The broad side of the put foundation to the forehead, cheeks and chin. The narrow side is treated with difficult-accessible places - the corners of the eyes, the wings of the nose.
- Small oval sponges are suitable for applying cosmetics in the area under the eyes. They allow the masking tools to be well distributed so that there are no streaks and borders with the foundation.
- Drop-shaped sponges are the most versatile. Such lips with a narrowed waist, especially, are recommended for inexperienced users, as they are easy to hold.
An important role is played by the materials from which cosmetic sponges are made. Depending on the raw materials sharedisposable and reusable sponges.
Disposable sponges are habitual disks for removing or correcting makeup. They are made of cotton, and strongly absorb moisture.
Reusable cosmetic sponges are made from synthetic fibers or natural ingredients. They can be foam, cellulosic, latex or silicone.
Foam sponge - a universal product. It has a large number of small pores, which allow you to apply both dry and creamy consistency.
Sponge from natural ingredients dry reminds pumice. In order for them to be used, you need to immerse it in warm water for a few minutes, and then take it out and squeeze it well. Makeup artists notice that natural sponges absorb much less cream, which allows more rational use of tonal means. However, natural sponges are much more expensive than synthetic ones.
Beauty sponges in the form of tassels used as an applicator for the shadows or for makeup makeup. At first glance, they look like a makeup brush, but the tip is not bristle, but a thin sponge.
Latex
Latex Cosmetic sponges are used for applying makeup bases, primers and foundation creams. Soft to the touch, sponges have an elastic texture that affects the uniform application of makeup.
Latex sponges come in various shapes, which are selected depending on personal convenience and preferences.
You need to be careful when using latex sponge, as the raw material can cause an allergic reaction.
High-quality latex sponges are suitable for both liquid and thick foundation. Makeup artists love to use sponge from this material when it is necessary to quickly correct skin imperfections.
You can find latex sponges in a set with powder. Most often, these cosmetic sponges are made from poor-quality raw materials, so wear out quickly. Sponges in a set often absorb a lot of product and cause inconvenience during operation.
Silicone or gel
Not so long ago broke into the beauty industry silicone sponge In composition, it is not a sponge and does not absorb moisture. But the functionality is not inferior, and wins the classic beauty of the sponge.
Due to its homogeneous structure, it does not absorb cosmetics. This allows you to apply foundation with a light layer without weighting. Also, due to its peculiarity, it minimizes the consumption of cosmetics.
Silicone and gel sponges have enhanced hygienic properties. They are easy to clean using any detergent.
Gel sponges are issued in the form thickened drives. They are convenient to use when applying cosmetics on the T-zone. Possess the same properties as silicone.
Cellulose
Cellulose Sponges are included in the category of natural sponges, which favorably affect the face, as they do not stretch the upper layer of the skin during use.
These sponges are designed to cleanse the skin and remove makeup. A large number of pores in the structure allows you to gently and effectively exfoliate the skin, eliminating the old dead skin.
It is recommended to use before applying moisturizer. Available in different sizes and shapes. Sponge is selected individually, depending on the convenience of each. Before use, natural cellulosic sponge must be soaked.
Sponge egg
"Egg" is a classic type of makeup sponge. This form provides versatility when applying products to the skin.
Sponges are made of soft synthetic material that does not contain latex and does not cause allergies. Original sponges from the company Beautyblender are issuedin different colors:
- Pink (versatile);
- White. Sponges of this color have a softer texture, which is suitable for the finest application and sensitive skin;
- The black. More porous and elastic sponge, which is used for applying a more dense layer of makeup.
- Light green This is a small sponge that perfectly copes with masking tools and contouring products. Also widely used for blending several colors of lipstick on the lips.
The pointed side of the sponge is most convenient to apply concealer under the eyes or near the nose, as well as remove excess makeup. A rounded shape is applied with a basic layer of tonal means by tapping movements.
How to use the makeup sponge?
With the help of a face sponge, you can apply an ideal layer of foundation, blush, powder or any other means. For this you need to knowhow to use cosmetic sponge correctly:
- Wet before use. This rule is valid for any sponge except helium. The sponge must be wet, not wet. To do this, after it is wetted, the sponge must be pressed and soaked in a paper napkin.
- Apply the foundation should be light movements, promakivaya skin. In no case can not rub the foundation in the skin. This adversely affects blood circulation and stretches the skin. It is advisable to apply foundation for massage lines of the face.
- It is necessary to properly care for the sponge and during its change.
Before applying make-up with the help of a sponge, it is recommended to dip the device into hot water for a few minutes, which will remove germs from its surface.
To be able to use, you need not only a makeup sponge, but also sponge for cleansing.
In order to clean the skin, you need to wet the sponge and apply care product on it (for example, foam or washing gel). Starting from the center of the face, moving to the hairline, you need to clean the skin and rinse off the product.
Oily and combination skin can be cleaned with a sponge every day, and dry - once a week is enough.
As soon as the sponge becomes unsuitable for its intended purpose, it can be found equally worthy of use. For example, you can use the sponge for a manicure using an ombre technique or as a brush for screens and monitors.
How to care for sponge?
Sure to look after for makeup sponges, as well as regularly change them. Some people think that it’s enough to buy sponge once and never part with it. This opinion is wrong.
One makeup sponge can be used for no more than 3 months.
During this time, even with proper care, a large number of microorganisms develop and accumulate. They not only interfere with the application of makeup, but also are carriers of various skin infections. The same applies to the sponge for cleaning the face.
Every time after using the sponge, you need to soak it, lather it with any toilet soap and rinse it. Sponge should be dried only in a natural way. You can leave it under the sun, which will also kill germs.
There are cases when it is difficult to remove cosmetics from the sponge. In this case, a thin layer of any oil for the body is applied to the sponge and soaked for 6-8 hours in a soap solution. This should help remove stubborn stains.
With regular use, it is worth once a week for 15–20 minutes to soak the sponge in hot water and soap in order to kill all the microbes that have accumulated.
Another effective item for disinfecting cosmetic sponges is a quartz lamp. A couple of times a week, you can leave a sponge under a quartz light for several minutes, which will ensure the destruction of all microbes.
You also need to follow the rules for storing beauty sponge. It is not recommended to store them in cosmetic bags with a zipper, since the absence of light and air provokes the growth of microbes. For storage bags are perfect mesh or organza.
