“Every tool has a unique purpose,” Fenty Beauty Global Makeup Artist, Priscilla Ono tells ESSENCE. Knowing the specific application tools to use– whether angled brushes or three-sided sponges– can be ...

Makeup sponges provide a quick, easy way to apply many kinds of base makeup. We tested makeup sponges by Beautyblender, NYX, Real Techniques, Milk Makeup, Fenty, e.l.f. Cosmetics, L’Oréal Paris and ...

Arjita Mishra has an insatiable appetite for global affairs, fashion, and the latest trends. She is a cinephile and music enthusiast who thrives on movies, web series, and rhythm. Bringing eight years ...

Few internet trends disturb me more than the popular videos of people using household items to apply their foundation. From the backs of smartphones to tampons, I’ve seen it all — and I never want to ...

The right sponge can do wonders for your makeup application, from applying concealer to reapplying sunscreen. While you can wash them, it’s a good idea to replace them every few months at least. If ...

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We've all heard it, this celebrity prefers a makeup brush, while another makeup artist prefers to use her fingers. Some people even apply moisturiser with makeup brushes. Although the advice is useful ...

It all began in 2007 with the revolutionary launch of the Beautyblender sponge that changed the way women applied make-up, forever. Buffing and blending foundation, tinted moisturisers and other bases ...