Blending sponges are a must-have for any makeup artist. They can be used to apply foundation, concealer, bronzer, and other makeup products. The best blending sponges have a soft enough surface that they won't scratch your skin, but firm enough that they won't lose their shape when you squeeze them. Here are some of the best-blending sponges on the market today.
$24.00
got this sponge a while ago and i’ve been loving it! blends my makeup so seamlessly and is so soft on the skin! ...I love this sponge. It blends my foundation flawlessly. I highly recommend this product.
What it is: An all-in-one complexion sponge for flawlessly blending your foundation, concealer, and contour shades.
Sponge Coverage: Buildable
Ingredient Callouts: It is cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: This multipurpose sponge effortlessly applies and blends foundations, contouring formulas, and concealers—and is ideal for applying tarte’s Shape Tape™ Concealer (sold separately). It is durable and washable, so you can use it again and again to create everyday looks with ease.
$33.00
Dual ended brushes are usually a miss for me, but this one is perfect. The blending brush is dense enough to pack in color but fluffy enough to blend until your heart’s desire. ...The hair is SO soft and I love how this brush applies and blends eyeshadow. This is now my go-to brush for eyeshadow application.
What it is: A multi-use, dual-ended brush to apply, blend, and set targeted areas of the eyes and face.
Brush Formulation: All formulas
Coverage: Buildable
Handle Length: 2.55 inches
Bristle Type: Synthetic
Ingredient Callouts: This product is cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: This brush features a soft, flat brush head for targeted application of cream formulas and shadows. The fluffy hairs on the other end are perfect for blending, setting, and diffusing. All Makeup By Mario brushes are made with a custom blend of synthetic and vegan fibers and 100% FSC-certified birchwood handles.
$35.00
Got this to go with the NARS concealer and I am SO GLAD I DID! Effortless blending....I just use it to apply, I still use a sponge to blend.
What it is: An all-in-one complexion brush designed for use with cream formulas.
What Else You Need to Know: This brush lets you expertly apply, layer, and blend cream formulas onto the face for a smooth, airbrushed effect. It can be used to spot correct or to cover up dark under-eye circles.
$33.00
This brush is excellent for applying to the outside edge of the eye blending and creating a smoky look it has happily joined my eye makeup brushes...Great brush! Blends so well! I love the feel of the brush!
What it is: A multi-use brush that is perfect for blending and softening eyeshadow as well as applying highlights and detail powder on the face.
Brush Formulation: All formulas
Coverage: Buildable
Handle Length: 4.33 inches
Bristle Type: Synthetic
Ingredient Callouts: This product is cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: This brush has fluffy, soft, flexible hairs that are ideal for blending and softening on the eyes and face. It’s also perfect for applying and blending matte shadows. All Makeup By Mario brushes are cruelty-free, made with a custom blend of synthetic and vegan fibers, and 100% FSC-certified birchwood handles.
$18.00
i have been looking for a brush like this for a long time and so glad to find one so affordable. it works really well blending my waterline, it blends out nicely...SUCH a good product. blends product well and it didn’t end up patchy. a good shape for blending. not too big and perfect size. i love the sephora brushes, always great quality. i received something in exchange for this product.
What it is: A dense shader brush that precisely applies and smudges eyeshadow or eyeliner.
Brush Formulation: All Formulas
Brush Coverage: Buildable
Bristle Type: Synthetic
What Else You Need to Know: The SEPHORA COLLECTION Smudge Brush is your go-to brush for flawless and precise lining of the eyes. Its short, rounded head with dense fibers allows you to easily apply, blend, and diffuse eyeshadow or eyeliner. This brush provides maximum control for maximum impact, whether it’s onto the upper or lower lash lines.
The Essential Brush Collection has been developed with a more responsible approach. The bristles are vegan and made with synthetic hair designed to mimic the softness and precision of nat
$21.00
Unique Shape Makes Blending Effortless...I don’t usually love brushes from makeup brands, but every one I’ve tried from Rare really does offer something different than any other in my collection, and blends their products like a dream. Wish the handle was a little longer because it gets lost in my brush cup, but it blends liquid shadows flawlessly....I’m a beginner when it comes to applying/blending eyeshadow and this brush makes the job 100x easier.
What it is: A cruelty-free eyeshadow brush for easy, all-over blending, with a unique dense, angled shape that mimics your fingertip for max control.
Brush Formulation: All Formulas
Coverage: Medium
Handle Length: 4 inches
Bristle Type: Synthetic
Ingredient Callouts: This product is cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: Fluffy enough to blend seamlessly yet firm enough to give you control, this uniquely angled brush mimics your fingertip for a quick sweep of color. With super soft, densely packed bristles, it was custom designed to pair with Stay Vulnerable Liquid Eyeshadow (sold separately) or your favorite eyeshadow formula.
$16.50
I use this to blend my concealer and it work great. Hard to beat that price....its great for buffing out any remaining concealer under the eye. you can also use it to set with powders or to blend out face contours. works well with creams, liquids and powders
What it is: A precise, rounded blender brush that softly and seamlessly smooths makeup.
What Else You Need to Know: Get on top of your concealer game with this precise, rounded blender brush that softly and seamlessly smooths makeup.
$30.00
Great blending...I received makeup brush number 27 which is a blending brush. I’m amazed with how soft the blending brush is! ...Blends effortlessly. Very soft....This blending brush is my crease go to for both liquid and powder eyeshadows.
What it is: A soft, fluffy paddle-shaped eyeshadow brush that is best used for applying and blending out shadow at the crease.
What Else You Need to Know: This brush’s shape is perfect for a targeted crease application without harsh edges, and it effortlessly diffuses shadow for a beautifully blended crease. The soft, synthetic bristles pick up powder or cream shadow with ease. Build and blend shadows by layering for a smoky effect. Its versality and shape are perfect for larger crease areas or a more pronounced brow bone, as it lays down product for a great payoff yet still looks blended.
The PRO Brush Collection is made up of 30 brushes with the highest-quality, hand-shaped vegan synthetic bristles. The tapered artistry handles help offer ultima