The Makeup Brushes You Need to Seamlessly Cover Blemishes

We all know the struggle of going to do our makeup and seeing a great big blemish on our face, leaving us thinking “how on earth are we going to cover that?!”. Even the models you see in magazines, or the celebs on TV, there is almost always a blemish that has been covered up. Luckily, this blog is going to help you learn all the tips and tricks, and achieve flawless results with the correct makeup brushes!

First steps to achieving a flawless base

First things first, a clean face is non-negotiable. This is one of the most important steps when it comes to makeup and will actually affect how your makeup turns out if you apply makeup over a dirty face.

Make sure to cleanse your face with a gentle cleanser to get rid of any oils, apply your toners or serums to address your skin concerns, and always follow with a light moisturiser to prep your skin. Make sure to give your skin time to absorb all these products before applying your base makeup.

Brushworks Reusable Makeup Remover Pads

How to choose the right makeup brushes to cover blemishes

Each makeup brush has a different purpose and the shape of the brush can affect how your makeup turns out. The bigger the brush, the better it will be for applying face makeup, and the same goes for smaller makeup brushes too. The smaller the brush, the more it is suitable for eye makeup, and precision application. 

When it comes to covering up blemishes, you want to pick a makeup brush that has dense bristles so you can effortlessly spot conceal. A brush which is perfect for covering up blemishes is the Brushworks No. 20 Smudge Brush. Although it’s primarily used for adding depth to your eye makeup, this brush features a precision tip with dense bristles which makes it the perfect makeup brush to spot conceal with.

Brushworks No Smudge Brush

How to seamlessly spot conceal with makeup brushes

First, dab a tiny amount of concealer directly onto the blemish, concentrating on keeping the product only where it’s needed. Using a light tapping or stippling motion with a concealer brush, blend the edges of the concealer outward and be careful not to disturb the center. Make sure to keep blending until the concealer has melted into your foundation and has merged with the rest of your base. 

To set the concealed area and ensure longevity, lightly press a small amount of translucent powder over it with a fluffy powder brush or powder puff. The Brushworks Triangular Powder Puff effortlessly sets your base and creates a smooth finish. This layering technique creates a barely-there, flawless effect.

Brushworks Triangular Powder Puff Duo

Do you conceal blemishes before or after foundation?

There is no right or wrong answer when it comes to which order you should conceal your blemishes. Lets look into the advantages of both to help you determine which order is most effective for you:

 

Advantages of applying foundation first

Applying foundation first helps even out your skin tone, enabling you to see exactly where you may need more coverage. This approach prevents patchiness, as you’ll usually have to use less concealer afterwards and only in specific areas to cover blemishes. By applying foundation first, you may find you don’t need to apply concealer, so this way saves your skin from looking caked with product. 

 

Advantages of applying concealer first

Colour-correcting concealers are a major exception to the concealer-or-foundation first debate. These types of concealer absolutely need to be applied first due to their colour, which is usually made up of pinks, peaches, greens and violets. These are intended to be applied before foundation to neutralise imperfections like redness, dark circles and pigmentation which can be difficult to cover with just foundation alone. 

There is also a trending technique called “underpainting” where you apply your cream blush, concealer and cream contour before your foundation to achieve a natural and more blended look. This method essentially means you will end up using less foundation and as a result, your makeup will look fresh, perfectly blended and your face appearing naturally sculpted.

Brushworks No Precise Angled Concealer Buffing Brush MS ()

Extra Tips for a Flawless, Blemish-Free Look

  • Choose the Right Concealer Shade: For blemishes, pick a concealer that matches your skin tone exactly. If it’s too light, it can make the area stand out more.
  • Don’t Overdo It: Layering too much product on top of a blemish can make it look more obvious. Less is often more when it comes to spot concealing.
  • Practice Good Brush Hygiene: Dirty makeup brushes can worsen breakouts and make your skin more prone to blemishes. Clean them weekly to keep bacteria at bay.

Remember, it’s not the end of the world if you have a blemish that just won’t cover up. We’re all human at the end of the day, and spots are very, very normal. Shop our range of makeup brushes today!