So what do I use? I use ONLY a compact powder and a colored lip gloss… that’s it. Well, there’s the occasional eye brow pencil and blush. And when I say occasional, as in special occasions like wedding, anniversaries, Christmas (my birthday), and probably New Year (though I may have used eye brow pencil once in a while… like I can’t remember when). My eye brows aren’t perfect so when I feel I have to be presentable, I turn to my ever dependable brow filler. And the blush… only when I look pale (I’m not exactly anemic, but I USED TO BE way below the normal blood count).

Now that I’ve made myself clear, let’s go back to the basics… Powder! Whether its talc powder, mineral powder, or compact powder that we’re talking about, Fashion Juice recommends using a BRUSH instead of the sponge. Here’s why.

(1) BRUSH is more hygienic. A sponge is a sponge. It’s tendency is to retain moisture. When you apply powder using a sponge and your face isn’t that clean, then dirt clings to that sponge. What’s more is that the dirt from your fingers will most probably cling to the sponge as well. Beauty experts from Cosmopolitan Philippines say that you should regularly wash your sponge every week. I’ve tried it and sometimes, it’s really hard to clean it. So I’d prefer using a brush instead. It’s easier to clean as well.

(2) BRUSH gives you savings. Even in the slightest way… it will help you prolong your powder. Powder tends to be more absorbed by the sponge than by your face. By using a brush, you won’t be using as much powder as with a sponge.

(3) BRUSH will give you a more natural look. With sponge, you’ll have more powder on your face… which makes it look too obvious. Plus, it doesn’t really spread the powder evenly. So if you try to put on more powder, you might end up looking like a Japanese doll. With a brush, the powder tends to be spread out evenly and will make it look more natural!

So why am I talking about Brush again? Well, I was out the other day and got a bargain! I bought this Tweezerman Spa blush brush from Nordstrom for only $3.97. The regular price was $18! Great find… great tool! It’s a premium quality natural goat hair brush that evenly distributes powder or blush. It has a retractable case that can control the size of the brush head for easy blending. What’s more is that it has the perfect storage case to keep the bristles protected. Perfect!

xoxo