Sponge and its varieties

Cosmetic companies, in addition to the shadows, blushes, mascaras, powders and lipsticks known to our grandmothers, began to offer correctors, pore grouts, concealers, highlighters, bronzers and tonal foundations. And make-up artists and beauty bloggers offer to apply all this abundance of funds with special sponges.

When creating makeup and removing it, a modern girl needs special devices - sponges. In appearance, they resemble a sponge made of natural or artificial fibers. The composition depends on the purpose of using this cosmetic product. Sponges for washing can be used repeatedly. If you use this product without care products, then manufacturers offer sponges with special impregnation.

Clay, extracts from medicinal herbs, minerals, etc. act as such impregnations. It is worth changing such sponges 1 time in 2 or 3 months. The frequency of use depends on the type of skin. Owners of oily and combination skin can use the sponge daily, and girls with dry skin no more than 1 time in 3 days. In order not to injure sensitive skin, it is better to use it no more than 1-2 times in 7 days.

Cotton pads are used to remove makeup. Various cosmetics are applied to them. These makeup remover sponges are disposable. The discs are also used for compressing, applying a nourishing cream, mask or make-up touch-up when eyeshadow or mascara is a little flaky.

Foam rubber sponges are best moistened first, they will absorb less product and will apply it in a more even layer. The shape of sponges are round, spherical, geometric, drop-shaped or triangular.

Any girl wants to look very well-groomed. To do this, first of all, she must have well-groomed hair, hands and flawless facial skin. To make the skin look perfect, sometimes it is necessary to resort to the use of decorative cosmetics. Very often it happens that the foundation lays down in spots and is very noticeable in daylight. For the perfect application of cosmetic products, manufacturers suggest using a sponge - made of artificial materials, it is easy to use and safe for health. Of course, we are talking about products purchased in a trusted store, and not in transit.

Due to their small size, they are very convenient to apply cosmetic products, and they will fit in any cosmetic bag. The life of the sponge directly depends on its quality and care for it. But it is worth remembering that any cosmetic products need periodic replacement. The main advantage of the sponge is the saving of decorative cosmetics.

A feature of the sponge is the variety of ways to apply makeup with it. It will help to apply a small amount of cosmetics to the skin and is perfect for daytime makeup. The foundation applied with a damp sponge lays down with a thinner veil and is hardly noticeable even in daylight. Like any cosmetic product, it must be washed immediately. You need to use only a clean product so that there is no irritation on the skin, and it does not accumulate microbes in itself.

Before buying, you should pay special attention to some nuances. When using a rough sponge, incorrect distribution of cosmetics is possible, in addition, its use can injure the skin. The price range of this product is very wide. But here the rule applies that the miser pays twice. Cheap options quickly fail and work worse in tandem with cosmetic products. With a limited budget, it is worth looking at the products of the middle price category. Many amateurs and experts in the beauty industry suggest buying sponges in a pack of several pieces.

There are never too many sponges. For proper care and makeup, every woman should have several of them. For makeup, they can be made of artificial materials, foam rubber, latex, cellulose or cotton wool. Cosmetic sponge comes in the form of rectangles, circles, triangles, etc.

Consider the main types of sponges on the cosmetic market:

• Sponge for skin care. For a good cleansing of the pores, it is worth choosing a cellulose sponge with large pores. It is very soft and does not hurt the skin. Before use, it must be soaked with water, and then apply the necessary care product. Japanese konjac sponges are very popular. They are made from the tubers of an exotic plant that grows in Asia.

The gel sponge not only perfectly cleanses the skin, but also massages it, improves blood circulation, saturates it with useful substances and does not injure it. Most sponge options are round in shape and fairly decent in size. Due to this, there is a deep cleansing of the pores, exfoliation of the upper layers of the skin, smoothing and improving blood circulation.An unusual effect has a konjac sponge from one of the cosmetic companies. It is a cold sponge that feels wet to the touch. This cosmetic product does not require additional gels and foams. Due to its structure, it gently cleanses the skin of the face.

• Cosmetic sponge for the face. To apply the tonal base, foam or latex options are used. Due to the finely porous structure, they perfectly apply the product to the skin. Often a sponge is already attached to the compact powder. It has a round shape and is made of foam rubber. It is customary to apply loose powder with a brush, but sometimes a special cotton ball is used.

A real hit that blew up the Internet and the Beauty sphere is a bright pink sponge in the form of an egg. BeautyBlender is a great solution for girls who don't know how to use makeup brushes. To apply foundation with a thin veil, BeautyBlender must be moistened with water. The small and sharp tip of the sponge will perfectly cover any pimple. Some manufacturers offer a completely miniature model that looks like a droplet. It is great for working with small and hard to reach areas on the face.

Another interesting option is matting sponges in the form of a petal. Manufacturers declare the possibility of their reusable use, unlike matting wipes. This sponge is designed to fight oily sheen.

Due to the huge success of the egg, manufacturers have created it in purple and much smaller. It is great for applying corrector or concealer under the eyes. Cosmetics manufacturers have created a sponge brush. Such a tool in the form of a chicken egg perfectly blends creamy cosmetics.The long handle of the sponge allows you to cover the surface of the face with foundation in a matter of seconds. However, for applying point products, such a brush is not entirely convenient. Sponge on the handle looks quite unusual.

Creative cosmetics designers have gone further, they have created something masterpiece - a vibrating applicator. Due to microvibrations, it not only applies tone well, but also helps to increase skin elasticity. Many makeup artists thought that cosmetic companies would not create anything cooler than BeautyBlender. But they were deeply mistaken. The transparent silicone sponge SiliSponge does not absorb the cosmetic product and can be washed off in a matter of seconds. He appeared on the beauty market recently and still causes mixed reviews.

• The disposable sponge is made of cotton and is used in various situations - when applying makeup or removing it and applying a compress.

Sponges are designed for applying or removing cosmetic products or cleansing products. Shapes and sizes differ depending on the intended goals and objectives. There is a wide variety of materials from which it can be made. Having made the right choice, you can enjoy a good result. Consider the forms of sponges and their purpose for a particular tool.

• A large sponge with a pointed shape or in the shape of an egg is good for applying foundation.

• A wedge or teardrop shape will work well for applying concealer.

• Pressed (compact) powder should be applied with a round and flat sponge.

• Flat and large, suitable for removing make-up.

Many girls think about the quality of the material. The natural version is made from fibers found in the deep sea.They cost much more than their artificial counterparts. After each use, they need to be washed and disinfected. Basically, they have a non-smooth surface, which makes it difficult to apply makeup. Options made of artificial materials have a variety of shapes and colors. Often they are sold in several pieces in a package and imply a single use.

With repeated use, there is a high probability of contact with bacteria on the skin. There are also artificial sponges and reusable ones. Special solutions are sold for their purification and they cost much more than their synthetic counterparts. Artificial sponges have a smooth surface, which contributes to the perfect application of cosmetic products.

Using this beauty gadget is quite simple. Consider the most popular applications.

• Washing is pretty easy. You need to apply a facial cleanser. Then wet the sponge under water and spread the cosmetic on the skin with smooth circular movements. Micellar makeup remover water involves the use of a disposable cotton sponge.

• For foundation, it must be moistened with water, it must be wet. It is better to apply a few drops of foundation on the face, and then gently rub it into the skin. You need to move from the center of the face to the periphery. You need to wet the sponge for the foundation, this will allow you to apply it in a thinner layer. Apply foundation under the eyes with the pointed side of the applicator, this will allow you to distribute the product more accurately. To apply foundation, a beauty blender or a regular triangular-shaped foam rubber sponge is often used.

• Powder should be applied with a dry and flat sponge.With light movements, it is worth powdering the areas of rapid formation of oily sheen.

• For shadows, small applicators are still used. Often, one side is used for application, and the other side is used for shading and creating a hazy effect. Each color must be applied with a clean side.

• Manicure is another area of ​​application of the beauty gadget. It is great for gradient manicures and creates a soft color transition effect. Consider step by step the process of creating such a manicure. Creating an ombre at home is not so difficult to achieve. For the base, you need to choose the main color of nail polish and apply it, then dry it. Several colors of varnish are applied to a piece of cardboard in the desired sequence. With the help of a damp sponge, these multi-colored strips of varnish are soaked and applied to the nail with a driving motion. The final step will be a top coat that will help fix the manicure and oil to moisturize the cuticles.

• To correct makeup defects. Often, makeup artists drip with makeup with various liquid textures. A dry sponge will perfectly correct this oversight and will not damage the makeup.

Currently, sponges are very different from their foam brothers from the times of our mothers and grandmothers. Modern make-up artists have in their arsenal several copies to work with 1 client. Sponges must be properly cared for so that they last longer.

Sponges should be cleaned and washed after each use. You can not use the same tool for a whole week. If you wash the applicator intensively, this can cause serious damage to it. In the process of washing, it is often necessary to squeeze and unclench it in your hand under a stream of warm water.

It will be easier to wash it using a special cleanser. If you try to wash it in a typewriter, both the sponge and the things that were next to it will be damaged. In order to wash it off stubborn stains, some makeup artists recommend putting the sponge in a special container with water and a cleanser for several hours.

Baby oil will help clean the sponge from some types of dirt. It can not be stored in a closed cabinet or cosmetic bag. In this case, the risk of the appearance of pathogenic microbes and mold increases significantly. For storage, it is better to use a transparent container with a small hole. In order for this cosmetic product to last longer, it is necessary to use it with movements driving into the skin.

No matter how hard the hostess tries to rinse the sponge and wash it with special products, everything has its own service life. Makeup artists and cosmetologists strongly recommend replacing the beauty gadget every 3 months. Damage and contamination make it ineffective to use. In any case, the old sample can be washed and used in a manicure. After all, it will help create the smoothest gradient.

The price depends on the manufacturer and the materials used in the production. Chinese samples in a package will cost an average of 90 - 297 rubles for 4 pieces. Sponge-brush in the online store can be found for 599 rubles. One of the most expensive options is the famous pink egg. The price for it varies from 1398 to 2500 rubles. Other sponges of a similar shape, but from other manufacturers, cost from 700 rubles and more. H&M facial sponge costs about 290 rubles. Faberlic has released an analogue of a beauty blender for 299 rubles.

Today, the cosmetic market is replete with sponges from various manufacturers. Let's take a closer look at well-known brands and their cosmetic offerings.

• Blotterazzi offers a drop-shaped sponge, which helps to save a lot of cosmetics. The beauty blender does not contain latex, so it does not cause allergies. Recently, new blenders in white, beige, purple, red, pink and black colors have appeared in the product line. Each color is designed to apply certain products. This product is excellent for applying cosmetic products dry and wet. The only disadvantage of this tool is its high cost and the required replacement period every 3 months.

• Konjac offers the beautiful half of humanity a sponge made from natural materials. Japanese or Korean, it can be both more budgetary and expensive. This sponge contains a large number of components that have beneficial properties for the skin. Beauty products work much better if you use this sponge as a skin care product.

• DE.CO. offers a wide range of cosmetic products. The company specializes in konjac sponges, which differ in color due to different characteristics of action. Before use, such a sponge must be moistened with water and used both as an independent product and in combination with facial skin care products.

• H&M is a Swedish clothing company. In Russia, the brand is represented in 22 cities. In addition to clothing and home textiles, the company offers cosmetic products. In particular, analogues of a beauty blender.Of course, it is inferior in quality to the original, but its price is several times less.

• Faberlic released a cosmetic sponge in autumn 2016. Pale pink in color, it is a budget counterpart to the original beauty blender.

• Oriflame is a well-known brand of color and skin care cosmetics, available in all corners of our country through distribution through catalogs. The company has released its cosmetic foundation sponge with an ergonomic shape. The tapered tip also allows for a more precise application of the product. In capsule collections, the brand often offers special sponges made from natural materials that cleanse the face well.

• VISION offers different varieties of konjac sponge. These products are handmade and imbued with the healing properties of these plants. Sponge gently and gently cleanses the face and removes makeup.

• Rive Gauche released their beauty blender, which is also a budget analogue of a pink egg. It is ergonomically shaped and bright pink in color.

• Italian natural with a cotton sponge Nature is declared as an excellent tool for deep cleansing and skin rejuvenation. Due to the special fibers twisted in a unique way and a cotton sponge, all products on it foam perfectly and deeply cleanse the skin.

Many women believe that sponges have become a real find in the cosmetic industry. Thanks to them, the application of liquid cosmetic products has become more convenient and does not create a “mask” effect on the face. They perfectly cleanse and tone the skin.