Diva & Nice square makeup sponge 4.5 x 4.5 cm 1 pc

Apply makeup to a sponge and then use the sponge to apply it to your face.

Most sponges are used wet. So you need to wet them and squeeze the water out of them gently but really thoroughly. The moisture will prevent the sponge from absorbing too much product (which is why you should choose ones with smaller pores). It also allows you to apply makeup evenly in a very thin layer and without streaks. The skin's surface then looks natural and compact. You can use the sponge to apply a toning texture, whether it has a solid or liquid consistency. You apply it to the back of your hand or directly onto the sponge and "tap" it gently and lightly into the skin, from the center of the face to its edges. The sponge adapts to the skin's surface, copies it and the products do not stick to small imperfections, do not stand out in wrinkles and lines. You can use the same technique to apply concealer, highlighter or powder. It will help you create really imperceptible transitions.

Cleaning the sponge is BASIC:
Although disposable sponges still exist, many of them now boast a longer shelf life and can last for several months. However, they need to be cared for. Above all, they need to be washed regularly and gently. There are special cleaners for this, but you can also easily do it with a makeup remover or very mild soap or baby shampoo. Take care of them. They will reward you with flawless makeup that you can create in just a few minutes.

Until recently, unyielding and hard sponges discouraged most of us from applying makeup. They have hardly changed their appearance since the 1920s, when Max Factor introduced them to the world of film cosmetics. For a simple reason. At that time, makeup existed in such a solid form that it had to be diluted with water to release the color pigment. Small triangular sponges were perfect for this. It was not until the 21st century, thanks to new production technologies and materials used, that they secured a place in the spotlight again. Today, they have such properties that they have become indispensable cosmetic assistants.

The BASIC criteria for identifying a quality sponge are softness, flexibility and low porosity. But there is no guaranteed guide to choosing the right one. What suits one person may not meet the requirements of another. To achieve the best possible result, it is probably best to try what they can do. They can be latex, foam, made from natural materials and the latest hit is silicone. The raw materials used for production therefore differ in their properties. In addition, they can have various shapes, thanks to which the use of the sponge can also vary. In general, smaller shapes can be successfully used on small areas. For example, under the eyes, in the corners of the eyes, around the nostrils and the like. Larger ones can perfectly handle the remaining parts of the face.

The BASIC shapes include a triangle. You can get it in various sizes. With the fine edges of the small ones, you can apply the toning texture even to the smallest corners, while the large ones are suitable for application to the forehead or cheeks. The oval shape of the sponge is ideal for larger areas. You can usually apply makeup with it quickly, but with less precision. Sponges with a handle are popular. They also come in various shapes and sizes and are suitable for applying unifying or other products, as well as for the popular contouring. Sponges with a conical shape, or let's say in the form of a drop, are among the recent favorites. Thanks to the tip and the more robust BASIC, you can flawlessly apply any product to the entire face, down to the smallest crease. From concealer to makeup, shadows to blush. Also various serums and sunscreens. Their tip can easily handle contouring.