FoUnDaTiOn MeThOdS***

This post will be all about the methods i've learned for applying my foundation. I actually started learning this from make-up guru's that i watch ever since i started doing make-up. And so i'll be sharing what i knew to all of you.

Lets start with the most basic one...

the what i call " Sponge Method ":

disposable sponges

this method is often used by a lot of beginners for make-up, even by some of the make-up artist cannot lose this method. For me this is the very first method of foundation application.

How i do it:

• first i wash the sponges to make sure they're clean and safe to use.
• then i dip the sponge in a glass of water. This way the sponge will absorb less product so it won't be wasted.
• then i dot the 4 main parts of my face, the forehead, nose, chin and the cheeks.
• after which, i blend the foundation evenly by dotting it all over my face. Apply more if desired, but not too much as it will cast a ghostly appearance.
• after the face go on to your neck for a more natural and even look.

Likes:

• this method gives me a more natural look because i can control the amount of foundation that i will be applying on my face.
• good for everyday look if applied properly.
• does not cake the foundation
  
• makes it easy to apply my foundation.
• gives my face that light-weight feeling as if i'm just wearing sunblock.

Dislikes:

• burns out money because you have to buy another pack of sponges if you used all your sponges. That's why its disposable because you need to throw it away after using (for hygiene purposes).
• if you don't soak the sponge with water, it will surely sip all the foundation that you're supposed to put on your face. (well i guess the sponge needs it more than you do, hehehe)
• you really need tome to work on blending more because some sponges are too tiny like the triangular-shaped ones.

Next will the " Foundation Brush Method ":

Foundation Brushes

I really love this method because this evens out my foundation evenly using criss-cross motions. The brush for this method is like flat and square-shaped, this will help distributing and the foundation all over the face and blending it in a breeze. I have observed that a lot of make-up artists uses this method, even Michelle Phan is a fan of this foundation method as she uses this in almost all of her tutorials. This way of applying liquid foundie is a delight for me.

How i do it:

• i pour a pea-sized amount on the back part of my hand.
• then i dip this brush on the foundation that i have just poured in my hand.
• apply on the 4 main parts of the face.
• start distributing the product on your face by using the criss-cross motion to avoid streak marks.
• after your done distributing, blend the foundation for an even coverage and a more natural look.
• go on for your neck area for that natural and even skin tone
  
• apply more if desired but not too much.

Likes:

• very easy way to apply foundation
• does not waste a lot of product compared with the sponge method
• creates a more natural look
• does not cake the foundation
  
• does not cost much
  

Dislikes:

• gives off streak marks if not used well. But if in case of streak mark emergency, use the sponge and dab it all over to blur the foundation and make the streak marks disappear.
  

Finally we have the " Stippling Method ":

Stippling brush

Stippling method is one of the most amazing way to apply foundation because it gives an amazing result, an air-brushed effect if i may say so. No doubts this is my favorite among all but its just that it takes time to perform this method if you want that amazing result. But still this method does wonders to every make-up artists and make-up enthusiast.

How i do it:

• pour a pea-sized amount of foundation at the back of your hand as always. (This warms the foundation and will make it easier for you to apply it on your face)
• swirl the stippling brush on the foundation with a generous amount.
• then start stippling the brush from your cheeks and spread the foundation all over the face but still so the stippling method. This will make the "staying power (is that what you call that? Ü)" of your foundation longer.
• blend by stippling from the face until the neck area for that even and natural look.
• apply more i desired, but again, not too much.
  

Likes:

• lengthens the staying power of the foundation
• creates an air-brushed effect it used well
• does not cake the foundation
• perfect for clubbing or parties and other events

Dislikes:

• takes time to perform this method

Overall, whatever you do to apply foundation, either by stipling, by sponge, or by a foundation brush, do it, but just remember that you have to obtain that natural and flawless look always. Never apply too much foundation as if your wearing a mask (except for Halloween Ü) because it hides your real beauty. I remembered someone say, "Make-up is not to hide your real face to look beautiful, but rather, it is to show your real face and make it look beautiful."