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Wring out as much water as you can and leave to dry (it will take a few hours, so I leave mine out on the side in the bathroom). There are lots of sponge soaps available, but a little mild shampoo does the trick also. "This prevents both product and bacteria build up in the sponge. "Always rinse your sponge immediately after use" says Martin. I also highly rate the classic Beauty Blender and the Morphe sponges." What's the best way to take care of a makeup sponge? "I really like the Real Techniques Miracle Complexion, £5.99 sponges as they have exactly the ‘edges’ I like-a soft rounded side for foundation application, a slightly pointed tip for concealer and order to reach bits like around the nose then a flatter surface great for powder. A flatter sponge with have a similar effect but it may take longer to achieve the same effect." What is your favourite makeup sponge? "The more spherical the sponge the quicker an easier it is to apply your base.
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Most sponges have a combination of flat edges for powder (and precision) and more rounded sides for foundation, this means that they don’t leave stripes or stroke marks on the skin which some brushes, especially dirty brushes can." Explains Martin. "Yes, the act of ‘bouncing’ a sponge over foundation is a really great way of ensuring you create an even base. "I think it's down to personal preference when it comes to the finish you want to achieve." So, are you more likely to get an even finish with a sponge? You can also very quickly and easily wash your sponge immediately after use, so some feel they are more hygienic (although I’ve seen many grubby sponges be used over the years)" says Martin. "Many believe that a sponge bounced over the skin can give a more even finish than using fingers or a brush.
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"Most sponges are made from hydrophilic foam that can hold water, you dampen them before use and that way they don’t absorb any of the liquid products that you might use them with." Why should you use a makeup sponge instead of a brush or your fingers? "They can also lay down powder more densely and with more precision (for baking for example) than a brush." "A dampened sponge can blend foundation more effectively and evenly than fingers or brushes", says Martin. We spoke to professional MUA Hannah Martin to get the low down on makeup sponges, what they do and why everyone needs one in their kit.
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Before we introduce you to the very best base blenders in the biz, we thought it would be good to get some info from a pro on why we should all be using sponges. These days there are a ton of different shapes, sizes and textures out there so knowing what to buy can be a bit of a minefield. Makeup sponges are essential for creating a perfect base.