Flawless finish and precise detail are par for the course with the cult-classic Original BeautyBlender.
No shocker here. The original BeautyBlender has been a full-on cult favorite for years.
Multiple mentions from Kim Kardashian West's fave makeup artist, Mario Dedivanovic, and Kim herself, didn't hurt its massive popularity, either. While this blender is the most expensive on our best-of list at $20, its high-quality materials and flat-out amazing function make it worth every cent.
I love the narrowed tip that let me get into tough corners like around my nose. It even worked to touch up concealer under my dark under-eye circles mid-day without smudging my lower lash mascara. The density and "bounce" is also just right. You can use it dry, but many people — myself included — think it works best when it's just a bit damp. The sponge grows significantly when wet, then you just squeeze it out and dab for an absolutely perfect sheer finish.
I tried it with both BB creams, tinted moisturizers, and full-on foundations and here's what I found. When using a foundation, put a few squirts onto the back of your hand and then use the BeautyBlender like a paintbrush to apply. It's made of a latex-free hydrophilic foam which prevents it from absorbing too much product.
If you're using a super moist BB cream or tinted moisturizer, however, I found that the brush did absorb a bit too much product for my liking. Instead, for BB cream, I spread it all over my face with my fingertips, then used the sponge to dab and blend all over to create a flawless surface with no stroke marks.
The original color is bright pink, but it's now available in a range of shades. With literally thousands of positive reviews on Amazon and Sephora, I'm not alone in thinking the original blender is worth the money. It holds up to several washings (some kits come with a special shampoo and scrubby), so while initial investment may be higher than some of the other blenders, this high-quality choice will last and last. That means less environmental waste with this greener option.
Pros: Great for small areas of the face, provides a flawless finish without soaking up too much product
Cons: It's on the more expensive end, and some people have reported counterfeits being sold on Amazon, so be careful what you order
Buy the Original Beauty Blender at Sephora for $20