Beauty blender, you are probably not seeing this for the first time, unlike my brother who laughed his head off on finding out that I got a sponge for over 2k ($20). This has been popular for as long as I have been in the blogosphere and even though initially I was on the fence about splurging on it because of all the hype, I finally gave in after watching top gurus still recommending it over the dupes. I also got the Blender Cleanser Solid for cleaning it, but more on that later.
Beauty Blender
From the first dab, my own Beauty Blender experience has been as good as anticipated. I really like how it blends base products evenly to the point where the finish looks natural rather than caked on. Using the sponge wet, seems to be the key as this is how the brand itself recommends to use it. Given its nature, the blender does absorb a lot of product but that is how it sheers it out. Over most of my foundation brushes, I actually prefer Beauty Blender but if I compare it to my beloved Sigma Beauty Angled Kabuki – F84, I would say the finish is quite similar, however, it is just a tad bit more satisfying for me to go in with Beauty Blender lately. Depending on the consistency of your product, this sponge can take longer than a brush but the results are worth it if you are going for a toned down, well-blended look.
Now since we are working with water here, I feel that the beauty blender requires some more effort when using with matte foundations. I particularly experienced this with the Masarrat Misbah Silk Foundation but do note that that foundation is not really even compatible with most foundation brushes and works best with fingers. However, I would love to know your experience with Beauty Blender when it comes to matte foundations.
Just so that you know, when I ran water over my Beauty Blender for the very first time, some of its pink dye came off and that did alarm me but luckily this has never given me any allergies or break outs. Also, the dye never came off again so I would suggest you do wash your sponge thoroughly before first use.
Beauty Blender Cleanser Solid
When it comes to the washing and maintenance of the Beauty Blender, there have been tons of horror stories out there and since it is quite expensive, nobody wants this precious little sponge to get torn or moldy. As a preventive measure, I decided not to risk washing it with a facewash or shampoo and get the Blender Cleanser Solid which has been just as popular. Again, this too is quite expensive at $16 but I only roll my wet Beauty Blender over it a couple of times and voila, that is enough to wash out all the accumulated product. You may require more of this if any of the products you use stain the sponge like the Masarrat Misbah foundation did, but I am glad this took the stain off rather easily and my Beauty Blender looks still as good as new. Just make sure you let it air dry properly before storing so that no molds grow on your Beauty Blender as it will get wasted.
I got to know through one of Kandee Johnson’s videos that the sponge is made up of some special material that would degenerate if washed with ordinary detergents so this cleanser solid is a wise choice for increasing the longevity of your Beauty Blender. I don’t know if that is a sales gimmick but either way, I do think that you get what you pay for with this solid. It smells amazing and is not at all harsh.
I love both of these and I would definitely repurchase whenever required. Let me know your thoughts on these as well as other similar products out in the market.
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The cleanser should not contain glysolic acid or salicylic acid otherwise the cleanser can be used. I saw her video as well where she mentioned this. I used my BB today for the first time but not with a matte foundation. It gave me great results. Had to work out the product a bit more with it than with my Sigma Kabuki but I like it more than the Kabuki now 😀
Thanks for the reminder. I will look into such cleansers but for now it's too precious for me to experiment. 😀 I was amazed at how the Kabuki gave me nearly the same finish but I just enjoy this more at the moment. 😉
BB is LURVE <3
xx
Maliha
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Yes! Wish I would have bought it earlier! ?
I tried a beauty blender a while ago and it just didn't seem to work with my skin and the concealer I was using which is a shame – it was only a cheap £3 one so maybe that's why. Ha!
Lovely post.
Emma Louise xx
http://www.owlsandstags.wordpress.com
Oh no, those won't ever work out as well as the original thing. It is made in a different way! You should try this one if you get a chance. 🙂
I still don't own any beauty blender, but I am just going to get one for me. Thanks for guiding about the cleanser as well. Just want to ask is solid cleanser is more good than the liquid one or both are equally good.
Kanwal Ikram's Blog
I don't have the liquid one but apparently this works better, besides I think you can get more use out this as opposed to a liquid.
BB is still in my wishlist :/ Hope to get one soon.
Enjoy your new baby <3
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I hope you get one soon! 😉 This baby is over 3 months old now! 😀
I have a real techniques sponge and I used it once or twice. Now I just use disposable sponges. I feel like it's easier and more sanitary. I'm totally okay not following a trend lol
Arianne | Ayre
Haha, you go girl!
I am currently using RT miracle sponnge and it gives an amazing finish that is what keeping me at fence about getting a BB. I use MM foundation too and it blends well with the sponge rather than fingers. Just a tip, when you wet the BB always towel dry it for a while, that way it works the best.
I did consider that but then their was a comparison review stating that while BB remains soft, RT one hardens with time. I do always towel or tissue dry my BB before use but I will give MM another go. Thanks!
jadirah wow great post as always … i just love BB and i will totally agree with you here its better to spend some money on cleanser … you covered all thge points xx
Thank you, love! xo
Really enjoy reading your posts .. again great post ♡♡
Makeupoholics
Sana, thank you for taking your time out to read and appreciate! xo
I really appreciate your detailed review of both products, I really want to acquire thses two, but can't see myslef getting it any sooner, I need a hefty Eidi for this :p
This surely is a good investment 🙂
I had these for the longest of time on my own wishlist so I am so happy to finally have them! I hope you get them soon too!
A lot of people were against my idea of purchasing the bb. To be honest im glad i didnt listen to them. Love it!
I remember your post on it too and that was the time when I was convinced I had to get a BB rather than any other dupe! x