Review: original beautyblender®

In the past, I only use my trusty fingers to apply liquid foundation. Well, I still use this method, but not as often now. When I want a more flawless finish, I'll reach out for Sigma F80, a super awesome brush by the way.

Now, I've another new awesome makeup tool for flawless finish makeup. YES-YES, the much sought after "celebrity" egg-like makeup sponge - beautyblender®. Egg-cited much!

Oh yeah!~ THANKS Ariel (Japalang Pte Ltd) ♥

The single beautyblender® comes in this packaging, retails for $29.90 at selected BHG stores and beautycarousel.com.

 

Also comes in:-

• the duo kit (2 x beautyblender®) - $39.90
• starter kit (beautyblender® & blendercleanser® 5oz) - $49.90

PS: The full-size blendercleanser® comes in 6oz, retails for $28.90.

 

If hot pink ain't your kind of color, there's always the pure™ version.

 

I've been using this for a couple of times, to apply liquid foundation. And... I'm lovin' it! ♥

The pointed end of the sponge makes it easier for me to reach the smaller areas of the face - around the nose and mouth, under the eyes.

Fyi, it can also be used for achieving dramatic results with eyeshadow... sounds interesting eh? heh. I haven't tried for myself though :D

soft and 'bouncy'!

The round base is meant to be used on the larger areas of the face - forehead, cheeks and chin. Its lack of edges eliminates streaks, allowing for a perfect makeup application every time.

the cute lil' hot pink "egg"!

beautyblender® is 100% latex-free, odorless and hypoallergenic. With proper maintenance, the makeup sponge should last 4 to 6 months.

beautyblender® can be used with all types of makeup, including loose powder and mineral makeup. It can also be used wet or dry BUT... the BEST results are achieved when used WET.

When wet, it becomes bloated to almost twice its original size! SO CUTE~

When it air dries, it goes back to its normal size.

 

How to use?

Dampen beautyblender® and towel dry to remove excess water before use. Using the stippling technique, I 'bounce' the sponge with liquid foundation up and down onto the skin (I like how soft it feels on the skin!). This ensures that the liquid foundation is applied evenly onto the skin, deposits and blends the base makeup all at once.

I apply a light layer, building coverage when needed. To conceal skin imperfections, I simply stipple and twist over 'em.

I find that when used with liquid foundation with thinner consistency, a lot of product gets soaked up by the sponge. Hence, I'll dot the product on the forehead, cheeks, chin and nose first, then proceed with the stippling technique. I think it'll work better with liquid foundations of slightly thicker consistency.

I'm currently using Daiso detergent to cleanse it after every use. Not bad, in my opinion. Do note that the color does bleed a little with every wash. For better cleansing power, the blendercleanser® is definitely highly recommended.

 

This is just a thin layer of liquid foundation. The almost airbrushed finish WOW-ed me upon the 1st use. I never knew this cute lil' egg can actually make such a significant difference!

I love how it leaves my base makeup looking smooth, even and naturally flawless. No unsightly streaks or uneven patches at all. Amazing!

100% streak-free! No cakiness too!

beautyblender® has undoubtedly become my favorite makeup tool now. Gonna repurchase once it retires in 6 months time (:

Ok, that's all for now. Have a great week ahead!

***All product info and unmarked images are extracted from press release.***

NEW! beautyblender® pure™

In celebration of nature's most “perfect egg design”, the original beautyblender® is stripped (of its color)!

the egg look-alike!

beautyblender® pure™ is the same amazing makeup sponge applicator but without colour. It utilizes the innovative elliptical shape, texture and material of the famed beautyblender® makeup sponge -- the perfect tool for prepping the skin for makeup application.

pure™ is designed to be used with moisturizers, eye treatment serums and lotions, makeup primers and makeup removers to be a truly hygienic, gentle way to ensure optimal use of the most advanced skin care products.

 

Why beautyblender® pure™?

• Shape: its patent-pending elliptical shape makes application foolproof as by enabling you to access hard-to-reach areas with stunning ease
• Texture: its suede texture is sensual to the touch and its unique curves fit the contours of your face
• Material: latex-free, non-allergenic and odor-free
• Color: pure white, clean and simple

 

How to use pure™?

• Bounce it against your face when applying makeup primers, eye treatments and moisturizing serums. Bouncing, otherwise known as stippling, blends product evenly onto the skin ensuring complete coverage. Remember to use it damp.
• Use the pointed side for hard-to-reach areas like around the nose and mouth, under the eyes.
• Use the round base on the larger areas of your face - forehead, cheeks and chin.

 

Launched specially for BHG's 17th Anniversary, this limited edition beautyblender® pure™ kit will be available at a special price of $59 (UP: $76) at BHG (Bugis, Clementi, Tampines, Bishan). While stocks last!

PS: According to Ariel, there are less than 100 kits islandwide!

 

The limited edition beautyblender® pure™ kit consists of:-

• pure™ sponge
• solid cleanser (travel friendly alternative to the original liquid blendercleanser®, which provides the same cleansing results and soothing lavender fragrance)
• air bag (this mesh pouch allows light and air to pass through, allowing your beautyblender® to dry thoroughly and completely while decreasing the amount of bacteria build up on the sponge)

 

For more info, do check out Japalang FB Page.

I chose the original beautyblender® for review, coz I love the color - HOT PINK ♥

Stay tuned (:

***All product info and unmarked images are extracted from press release & Japalang FB Page.***