Choosing and applying your foundation correctly can mean the difference between a flawless, radiant glow and a dull, flat finish. You can have the best foundation in the world, but if you don't apply it correctly it may as well come from the bargain bin in your Nan's local chemist. It's no surprise that foundation shopping it almost as feared as searching for a new pair of jeans, or that women tend to stick to their 'holy grail' product when they find one that works for them, but the secret to the perfect base is in the tools you use - and not always in the product formulation itself. Although I spent years using my fingers to apply my base, when I finally discovered the benefit applying foundation with a brush could bring it completely revolutionised my routine. Not only is it way more hygienic than the alternative and saves valuable product, but it ensures precise application around the tricky eye and nose area. The traditional foundation brushes I've known and loved may have had their place within a professional regime five years ago, but as we look for more natural finishes and increasingly flawless results they're no longer cutting it for me.
The flat 'paintbrush' style of the bristles can be heavy, pick up far too much product and cause you to layer on foundation in a style that looks less than flawless. Nobody wants to paint on their base like they're painting a wall, and those unsightly brush marks left on the surface need a whole technique to ensure th...