Have you ever felt frustrated working on something when you don't have the right tools? You know your finished work would look better if you just had the tools you need. Applying makeup is no different. Here's the list of our favorite must have makeup tools for every woman.
Makeup sponge – Most women use their finger-tips to apply liquid foundation. While there is no real problem with using our finger-tips, sponges are definitely more advantageous. Replace sponges often, if not after every use, to maintain cleanliness, and limit the spread of bacteria.
When a sponge is used, makeup foundation lasts longer, glides, and blends into the skin more evenly.
For sensitive skin that is subject to blemishes, it is important to consider the extra oil and bacteria that invisibly transfers from the hand to the skin. When a clean sponge is used, this problem is eliminated.
Triangular shaped sponges work best for applying liquid foundation into the crevices of the face such as: Around the eyes; along the creases of the nose; and along the hair and jaw lines
Powder brush – A thick power brush is a necessity in a woman's beauty palette of tools. Though most face powders are sold with a small applicator or powder puff, these applicators usually will not evenly distribute the powder on the skin and can be quite messy. If you invest in a quality powder brush, it will last for years. A correct brush gives a woman more control over the amount of powder that is applied; and greater blending capabilities.
Knowledge, Magnifying Mirror, Tweezers – Eyebrows are like a frame around a window. They frame the face, and they work overtime framing the eyes. One of the first things people notice about others is their eyes, which includes the eyebrows. When eyebrows are not groomed properly, people will notice.
For women who have never shaped their brows it can be helpful to:
Schedule an appointment with a hair stylist whom also shapes eyebrows, and watch how it is done; and then,
Read a good beauty how-to book for further instruction.
When a woman feels ready to tackle the job herself, it won't be that difficult - provided she has the right tools: Knowledge, a magnifying mirror, and a good pair of eyebrow tweezers.
Eyebrow brush - Brushing the eyebrows not only helps to shape them, but it also helps to spot those crazy hairs that need plucking. In addition to identifying crazy hairs, an eyebrow brush is the best way to distribute a little color to your brows.
Eyelash curler – This little tool holds the power to make your eyes really pop. The trick is to briefly heat up the curler with a hair dryer, and then curl the ends of the lashes for 15 - 20 seconds. When the lashes are curled, apply a few coats of quality mascara. Oooo-la-la!
Eye color brush - Better results are achieved with an eye color brush than with most sponge applicators that come packaged with eye color compacts. While a sponge is ok to use, a brush provides more color control; even distribution; longer wearing eye color; and will reach into very small areas.
Foundation brush – An excellent tool for blending and building up light layers of liquid foundation. Many makeup artists use foundation brushes instead of sponges. These densely-packed brushes look like paint brushes a water-colorist artist would use on their canvass.
Concealer Brush - Similar in scope to a foundation brush, except they have a smaller head for easier application to smaller areas. Use a concealer brush when covering dark under-eye circles, blemishes, and other imperfections.
By now you may be asking yourself, "Do I really need all these makeup tools"? Then think about it this way... If you need to put a long nail into a stud in the wall, will a rock drive that nail into a wall, or is it better to use a hammer designed for the job? Makeup "must-haves" are not any different; to get your very best results, it's necessary to use the right tools. Pamper yourself, go shopping for your must have makeup tools - you are worth it.
We must know that we have been created for greater things, not just to be a number in the world, not just to go for diplomas and degrees, this work and that work. We have been created in order to love and be loved.
Must Have Makeup Tools 
