It's about that time for another girl talk forum post and today's' topic, liquid foundation application. There really is no right or wrong way but merely a question of personal preference because some of the top make up artists in the industry all have their own unique take on how foundation is applied. I'm going to add some comment on what various artists had to say on how they prefer to apply foundation to models and clients. I'll first start with the top guru make up artist extraordinaire which is non other than Pat McGrath. Pat McGrath has worked with top fashion and beauty houses and was behind Dolce & Gabbana's line, Giorgio Armani's high end cosmetics, adviser for CoverGirl cosmetics and so forth. If your a beauty and fashion addict then you already know who she is. I was actually surprised to read how she likes to apply foundation when reading an article years ago. I figured all the top runway artists love their brush. Not... McGrath uses her fingers resulting in the most flawless face application. She feels the natural oils in your fingers help smooth and distribute the foundation more easily while blending with more precision. She's not against using a brush either though sometimes in conjunction such as using the brush for a base product application and then fingers for the foundation itself. I'm with her on this one. I find foundation brushes whether their expensive or not are better suited to more perfect skin without any imperfections. I guess it just takes more practice with a brush and I find my fingers work faster. First I apply little dots of liquid foundation all around my face then blend it all in and finish off the spots with a make up sponge for those little spots by patting the sponge lightly over the area. After that I like to set with powder brushes. I haven't given up hope on getting a professional looking application with my foundation brush though. On the other hand, make up artist Ken Boylen would be lost without his brushes swearing he could never achieve a flawless look with his fingers. Celebrity make up artist Ashunta Sheriff believes a foundation brush helps the product go on more smoothly and covers up imperfections without looking caked. She feels using your fingers can cause irritations and that your brush should also be made of synthetic fibers such as nylon for a better finish. For liquid foundation Sheriff suggests using a brush such as Dermablend Foundation Brush #7 for powder foundation she suggests using M.A.C. #134. Make up artist Scott Barnes has a useful tip on how to properly use a foundation brush when applying a liquid make up below:
How To Apply Liquid Foundation With A Brush
Pour a quarter size amount of foundation onto the back of your hand or into a small clean bowl. Then dip the brush into the product just enough to cover the bristles because you don't want to drown them. Then smooth it onto your skin with smooth even strokes. Begin on one side of your face underneath your jawline and work your way up to your cheekbones. Then continue to just below your brows and across your forehead. Repeat on the other side of your face and be sure to blend, blend, blend! Look in the mirror after the first layer is applied and decide if you need to add some more coverage.
So what I'm curious to know is what you preference in liquid application is. How do you apply your foundation and why? Is it because your not handy with a brush or find a sponge or your fingers cover up spots better? Would you be willing to give up your usual technique to try out a different method? I will be looking forward to reading everyone's opinions. As for me I will definitely be trying Scott Barnes trick above to see if I can get a flawless look done right. Stay beautiful! XOXO
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