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Tools of the trade: Which works better?

(L-R ELF studio stippling brush, Etude House baby doll puff, ELF professional foundation brush, ELF studio powder brush)

There are lots of make up tools in the market that are intended for applying foundation. 

As you can see, I have a few. So here goes a comparison review when applying liquid foundation :D

Etude House Baby Doll Puff

*I always use this sponge with my powder primer for Ellana Minerals

*I sometimes use this when applying liquid foundation

*I certainly use this when applying cream based foundation

*I apply the liquid foundation directly on my face, then blend it with this. This tends to absorb the foundation even when it's damp enough.

*The tip is perfect for concealing, I use Ellana's powder concealer for my dark spots, acne, acne marks and  my under eye area

Cons:

*Absorbs the liquid foundation even if it's damp.

If compared to:

Elf Professional foundation brush - 

*less time consuming

*better finish

Elf Studio stippling brush -

*less time consuming

*does not prick my skin when I do the "bounce/stipple" method

*better finish 

Elf Studio powder brush - 

*more time consuming

*powder brush gives a better finish

Rating

4/5

ELF Professional Foundation Brush

*I sometimes use this on liquid foundations

*I sometimes use this on cream based foundations

*It's just basically painting your face. This is the brush I use less.

Cons:

*This is time consuming

*The finish is okay, but when compared to my other tools, this loses.

If compared to:

Elf Studio stippling brush - 

*same finish

*more time consuming

Elf Studio powder brush -

*powder brush gives a better finish

*more time consuming 

Etude House baby doll puff - 

*the puff/sponge gives a better finish

*more time consuming

Rating

2/5

ELF Studio Powder Brush

The brush is has a flat tip, which is great for buffing.

It is dense enough for applying foundations. 

*I always use this when applying liquid foundation

*I sometimes use this when applying cream based foundation

*I always use this when applying only powder foundation to achieve a full coverage

*This gives the best coverage among the tools :)

Cons:

none :)

If compared to:

Elf Professional foundation brush - 

*less time consuming

*better finish

Elf Studio stippling brush -

*less time consuming

*better finish 

Etude House baby doll puff - 

*same time consuming

*better finish

Rating

5/5 :)

HG tool! :)

ELF Studio Stippling Brush

*I sometimes use this brush on liquid / cream based / powder foundation.

Cons

*Not dense enough compared to other stippling brush

*Pricks my skin! 

*Does not give an airbrush finish compared to other stippling brush

*Very time consuming

If compared to:

Elf Professional foundation brush - 

*less time consuming

*better finish

Elf Studio powder brush -

*more time consuming

*powder brush gives a better finish

Etude House baby doll puff - 

*more time consuming

*puff does not prick my skin if i'll stipple it

*same finish

Rating

3/5

Conclusion

The ELF Studio Powder Brush wins!

I love it's coverage

This absorbs less foundation compared to all of the tools mentioned

This is very versatile, I use this also for blushing and contouring 

Soft and dense enough :)

Barry M: Shocking Pink

Another bright lipstick! :)

Barry M in 52 (a.k.a. Shocking Pink)

The packaging:

The casing is matte and yes it does have a classy feel :)

The swatch:

To have a more accurate swatch of the color, I have included 2 crayolas (red and carnation pink)

(I made a comparison swatch for you guys to see how bright this baby is :D)

L-R

Nyx Chloe

Nyx Eucalyptus

Wet N Wild 521a

Maybelline Fuchsia Fever

Barry M Shocking Pink

Careline 103

Pros:

*As a bright lipstick fan, I adore this! This one's a neon fuchsia-ish 

*This one will surely catch attention

*Satin to matte finish

*Non drying

*Pigmentation is good, 2-3 is enough for that stunning look

*No weird scent at all

*Worth the price

Cons:

*Not available locally, I bought this online from love manila on facebook

Recommend?

Yes! Go play with colors. I dare you, I double dare you! :)

Repurchase?
I have a lot of lippies in my stash for now, but if in case this one empties first, I'll surely repurchase. :)

Bright Lips: Red

from L-R

Careline 108

Careline 109

Nyx Matte Pure Red

Maybelline Passion Red

Maybelline Blushing Berry

Wet N Wild 909D

Bright Lips: Pink

from L-R

NYX Chloe

NYX Eucalyptus

Wet n Wild 521A

Maybelline Fuchsia Fever

Barry M Shocking Pink

Careline 103

My Top Pick

Barry M Shocking pink

Maybelline Fuchsia Fever

Maybelline color sensational lipstick

From my last post of Maybelline's color sensational lipstick, I remember when I said that I'd like to have them in the US packaging. TADA! :D 

The US line is now available locally! :D yipee! I love the packaging, It does look like CG's Lip Perfection (review soon)

of course I wont settle for nude shades, hello bright pink! 

here's the swatch on my lips :) the actual photo is pink-er and a tad brighter.

In comparison with the previous color sensational lipstick
(wait! this does not mean that the previous line is discontinued. It's still on the market!)
*Both are incredibly nourishing.

*The US line is a bit creamier

*The US line is more pigmented

*I like the US packaging more *teehee*

Price

*US line - 399

*Previous line - 299

(pardon me for calling them the 'previous' and the 'US Line' haha)

Repurchase?

Oh yes :D Maybelline never failed me when it comes to lipsticks! :D 

rainbow lips!

Rainbow Lips! :))

I was inspired by this video on youtube

How to and Tools:

1. Apply lip balm

Wet n Wild color eyeliner in White. (matte)

2. This will be your base, to make the colors pop more.

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3. In a clean container, mix a small amount of gloss and a small amount of eyeshadow

It will look like this

5. Use a small angled brush for applying the mixture, enjoy! :)