cjx3pooh (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)

A brush sometimes is softer than the sponge-tip applicator (therefore it's more gentle on your eye) and may be able to pick up more product. Product might be able to distribute better & more smoothly without fallouts if the brush is good.

sandra613peacelove (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)

Well if the powder was already contaminated with bacteria it yeah. I use cosmetic wedges and then I buff and distribute the foundation evenly with a brush. After that I wash the brush so it is ready for when I need it again.

misspiggywearsprada (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)

yeah! but then each swipe would carry bacteria right? so what do u do? Like wash after every swipe?

punjabber (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)

Never thought about this! Great tip. :)

makeupluvr185 (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)

That's what I do.

crazyfrancesca (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)

i never thought of this, but shes right! my aunt is a dermatoligist, and i asked her about this, and she agreed!

dolcecherise (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)

great explanation pursebuzz!! glad someone finally addressed this issue!

DCV19 (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)

wow does the sponge applicator also apply to the eyeshadow sponge applicator as well why is it that ppl prefer a brush rather than a sponge applicator??

sandra613peacelove (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)

the brush is still going to carry bacteria!! unless you wash them constantly...seriously i wash them after every use. and but i use cosmetic wedges for concelar and my foundation. So yeah girls wash your brushes[if you haven't lol]

limegreenpopsicles93 (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)

that stuff is oil in my compact?! i just cringed......that's my whole comment because now i have to tell my mom. : ) i'm serious though......thanks pursebuzz!!