Tonal brush

The first step towards perfect makeup is the choice of good brushes. Their quality is no less important than the color cosmetics used.

Many girls consider the brush for the tonal basis to be the prerogative of professional makeup artists and prefer to use sponge. However, the brush is more convenient to use and, moreover, it consumes more tonal means more economically, because it does not absorb it in the same way as the sponge does. In addition, when using a sponge, problems may arise in the form of lumps and irregularities if you work with a thick foundation. Makeup brushes deal with similar textures with a bang.

The first type of brush for the tonal framework, which appeared on the shelves of stores was oval. Over time, manufacturers began to produce brushes of other shapes. But, regardless of this, you need to keep in mind the general features of such tools.

In the manufacture of brushes for foundation mainly use synthetic materials. The reason is that natural pile absorbs excessively the product and, therefore, becomes unusable more quickly.

The bristles should have medium hardness to cope well with their task, but at the same time not injure the skin. The handle is a good brush strong, tight holding the pile.

There are many different brushes on the market for the tonal base. It is not necessary to purchase a complete set. In many ways, the choice of an instrument is determined by the texture of the tonal tool used, as well as personal preferences and convenience.

The most common types of brushes for the tonal framework:

• Kabuki brush has a short fluffy bristle (in the classic version no more than 3 cm, but there are also models with a bristle length up to 5 cm) of a cone-shaped shape and a short handle. Generally, these brushes are designed for applying crumbly powder, but they do well with light tonal creams.
• Straight hair brush has a flat edge. It is used both with liquid, and with rather dense and fat means.
• Round Brist Brush is a classic option. The cut is oval. It is from this option that you need to begin acquaintance with brushes, if you have previously used sponge.
• Brush with beveled edge suitable for all textures of the cream, works well on complex relief areas of the face, perfectly shading.

Next, we consider brushes for applying the tonal framework of the most sought-after brands.

• In assortment Oriflame there is a professional brush for brand tonal means Giordani Gold. It allows you to apply a tone with a smooth, even layer due to short soft bristles. Very high quality and easy to use brush, which, moreover, boasts a stylish design. And especially the price will please - only 460 rubles without a discount.
• Brush Real Techniques 101 Triangle Foundation suitable not only for applying a tonal base, but also for contouring and highlighter. It will cost about 1300 rubles. The “trick” of this tool is in the unique triangular shape of the pile. The wide side serves to apply a tonal treatment to the main part of the face (forehead, cheeks and chin), and narrow side - to paint more complex areas, such as the nose, the area around the lips and eyelids. The brush easily distributes the foundation, without leaving stains and stains.
• In the arsenal Real Techniques there is also a brush for the base of the beveled shape "Foundation brush, Which ideally works on problematic areas of the face at the wings of the nose and under the eyes. There is a rubberized tip to put the brush in an upright position. The bristles of both brushes are made of synthetic materials (taclon manual stuffing and shearing), and the handle is made of brass, which guarantees ease of use, reliability and durability. The bristles do not cause allergies upon contact with the skin, are easily cleaned and dry quickly.

• Cailyn represents a brush for applying a tonal framework ICone 114 Full Coverage Foundation Brush. With its help, you can create a dense coverage, to ensure the perfect face. The brush has a very soft, pleasant bristle, which will not irritate the skin. Villi short, tightly packed, made from high quality synthetic materials. For such a tool will have to pay about 2700 rubles.

• Shiseido Perfect Foundation Brush has a pile in the form of a spatula. It is ideal for working with cream products of any texture, even thick and dense. Perfectly shading the foundation, leaving no lumps, spots and stains. Bristles of a brush synthetic, densely filled, have ideally equal length.

• Sephora Pro tonal brush №47 gives the natural effect of applying a liquid and cream consistency. It has high-quality synthetic dense oval nap. The approximate price of this brush is 1500 rubles.

• Kylie Brand lets out budgetary options of brushes of rather original look.
  • Oval brush Kylie perfectly applies the funds of different density. It is suitable not only for foundation, but also for concealers and proofreaders. The peculiarity of the brush is its handle. Unlike others, where the holder is a continuation of the pile, in this brush the pile is perpendicular to the handle. Therefore, it is very easy and convenient to paint with such a brush.
  • In the assortment of Kylie there are professional bevel brush for tonal means. The upper edge of the brush serves to perfectly blend the cream in difficult areas: around the eyes, nose wings, the transition to the neck. The lower bend works through the zones of the cheeks and chin, levels the transitions between the powder, blush and bronzer.

First you need to prepare the skin for the application of tone in the following sequence:

• Thorough cleansing using gel for washing or milk;
• Toning;
• Moisturizing light day cream with SPF-filter;
• Disguise skin imperfections (rash, redness, acne, black circles under the eyes, age spots) concealer.

Now you can proceed to the direct use of foundation.

• For starters, the best squeeze out the necessary amount of money on the back of the hand and already with it scoop a brush. This technique allows you to achieve a smoother coating, as the cream will get some heat from the hand.
• Further type cream on the brush and put points on the face. Then distribute the tool, moving the brush from the center of the face to the ears and chin. Especially carefully we work out the relief zones (wings of the nose, eyelids, corners of the lips) with patting movements.
• Important good shade foundation, make soft and invisible transitions to the neck and hairline.
• In areas of active facial expression (the corners of the eyes and lips, forehead) layer of tonal framework should be thinotherwise it will become wrinkled during the day, thus making them more visible.
• At the final stage you need to fix the result with a light layer of powder.

The process of applying the tonal framework is illustrated in the next video.

When choosing a brush for the tonal basis of the girls prefer proven brands. For them, it is important high quality tools, the possibility of long-term use.

In principle, each brush shape has its loyal fans. Some people like the classic oval, and someone complains about the difficulties in applying and shading this form and prefers a straight nap. The main thing is that the brush copes well with its function, namely, it is painted with a thin, light layer, leaving no lumps and stains, especially in problem areas of the face, well and smoothly blending the borders.

Most of the beauties note the convenience and cost-effectiveness of using brushes compared to sponges and beauty blenders.