Beautyblender Liquid Blendercleanser

Today we are looking at a product that I never would have purchased on its own and I am so glad that I was able to try it through a Glossybox that I received this fall.  Glossybox has been the only reason that I have gotten a full introduction to the Beautyblender brand and the big reason that I have fallen for the hype around this product.  I have been obsessed with using Beautyblenders since I first received one several months ago in my Glossybox and I started replacing it nearly once a month. This is quite an expensive habit but one that I willingly paid for as I just love how these sponges apply my liquid foundations.

In one of my last Glossyboxes, I received another product from the Beautyblender company that I have just started using.  I will admit that I tossed the cleanser aside when I first received it and didn't see why I needed this product.  I typically cleaned my brushes and Beautyblenders with shampoo and this method has been working for me for years.  The shampoo cleans my brushes very nicely but I was never very happy with how much seemed to be left in my Beautyblenders and I would simply replace them every few washings.  I was happy with this method until I got bored the other day and tried out this special cleanser that I received.

I found this product on the Sephora website and this is where I will be ordering it from once I go to buy another bottle.  "A sponge and brush cleanser that’s free of dyes and skin irritants.  This cleanser supports the integrity of the beautyblender® as it removes excess residue and germs for a clean makeup application. The cleanser’s soothing soy-based, low-suds formula breaks down rapidly making it earth-friendly, while the light lavender scent makes it fun to use.", states that company's website. 

I was bored last Saturday during the snowstorm and I decided to play with some new products.  I had originally washed my brushes and Beautyblender that morning.  I found this product in my makeup collection and decided to wash my Beautyblender again with it and see if it works better than my shampoo method.  I expected that I would reap little to no additional benefits from this cleanser and I was actually prepared to write a negative review of this brush cleaner.  One usage of this cleanser showed me that I was quite wrong and that there is a point to owning this product.

I used this cleanser on a freshly cleaned and dried Beautyblender, I expected little to no additional product to come out during the cleaning.  I fully saturated the sponge with warm water and then worked a small amount of the product into my Beautyblender.  It created a rich foam and excess foundation started pouring out of my "clean" sponge, I literally couldn't believe how much product came out of my "clean" sponge.  After one usage, the sponge looked nearly brand new and I couldn't believe that it took my so long to try this product out. 

I needed so little of this cleanser to achieve results and therefore my deluxe sample will last me for at least two or three more months.  I will be ordering a few size from Sephora once this is used up and this is the only product that I will be using to clean my Beautyblenders.  This product will pretty much pay for itself as I should be able to really space out the amount of time in between purchasing brand new Beautyblenders.

photo courtesy of Sephora

Beautyblender Pure Makeup Sponge

I have always wanted to order a Beautyblender makeup sponge but it is one of those items that I always seem to forget about each time I go to Sephora.  I have been swapping my foundation sponge out every time that I change my foundation shade or formula and cleaning it more often to try and preserve the product.  I have been using flat makeup sponges for most of my life and was always interested in a round product but it never seemed to be at the top of my mind when I was shopping. 

I was very happy to open my Glossybox from this month and see a Beautyblender sitting right on top of all of the products in it.  I barely remember what else was in the box because I was so excited to try this foundation sponge out.  I have used it a few mornings in a row now and I am ready to commit only to using this type of sponge for the rest of time and have thrown all of my other sponges out already.

"A colorless, edgeless, non-disposable, sponge made especially for sensitive skin and skin care application.  beautyblender® pure® is designed to ensure optimal application of the most advanced skin care products. Leave the old method of applying product with fingers behind and say goodbye to spotty coverage, less penetration of product in key areas (eyes, nose, etc.), and dirt traveling over freshly cleansed skin. Use it with complexion products, serums, eye treatments, moisturizers, makeup removers, and any other skin care product.  Beautyblender features an open cell structure that fills with small amounts of water when wet. This allows the sponge to be “full” so that the product sits on top of the sponge rather than being absorbed, allowing you to use less product every time. When wet, beautyblender doubles in size and becomes even softer, returning to its original size when it air dries. Handcrafted in the USA."

I didn't realize until a few moments ago that I am not using the original bright pink sponge and am using the white one designed for sensitive skin.  I am even happier that this is the product that was sent to me since my skin can react strangely with nearly any ingredient or new dye that I put on my face.  The size and shape of both products are exactly the same so I can easily review both products with only trying one of the them.

I have tried this product with a few drops of water added to it and also without.  I have found that it works equally well either way but that I need slightly less product when I use it with a bit of water on it.  I love the curved shape and it helps my foundation to blend easily in all curves of my face.  I find that it works especially well when applying foundation around my nose and eyes.  I am a big fan of this product and will continue to use it until I can no longer purchase it. 

I am now another one of the converts to Beautyblender and can see why it continues to be both a top rated and best selling product from Sephora.  This is a staple in my makeup collection now!

photo courtesy of Sephora