Sunday, January 26, 2014

Sponge Showdown!

I've always used a stippling brush or my fingers to apply foundation, but I have always lusted after the Beauty Blender. You know, that $20 sponge? Before you all hate me....I really do think it is worth it, and for those of you that have it...awesome!

Personally, I just can't afford a $20 on a grad school budget when there is so much other beauty to haul!
I have only played around with the Beauty Blender and used it to apply makeup to others. I do not own one, so this is based on feel, and observation of makeup application only. The Real Techniques Miracle Complexion sponge is roughly the same size and is meant to do what the BB does.
FACTS:
BB                                             RT
Tear Drop                                 Oval with flat section
Expands in water                      Expands in water
$20                                            $6
Pink/White/Black                      Orange
In my experience, the use is the same. You get the sponges damp, apply makeup, and blend out. This does not have as fine as a tip as the BB does, but the flat side is a great addition for smoothing.

Overall, the BB may last longer, and may be a bit easier to grip and use, but this is the closest thing I have found to a dupe for it. And at $6, I am not complaining!

Are you a loyal BB fan, or will you be trying the Real Techniques version?
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12 comments:

  1. Tracy@Beauty ReflectionsJanuary 26, 2014 at 1:50 PM

    I have this to try, but haven't yet for some reason. I love my BB a lot, so yeah I'm kind of thinking nothing can really replace it for me.

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    1. Margo @ PrettyPandaJanuary 26, 2014 at 5:46 PM

      If you are a die hard, it probably won't replace it, I think this will only really sway people as a product who haven't tried the BB for a long time.

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  2. AshleyJanuary 26, 2014 at 2:54 PM

    Thanks for doing this great review Margo!! I am a BB fan, but they are too expensive I agree. I really want to try out this real techniques one though!! You can't beat $6!

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    1. Margo @ PrettyPandaJanuary 26, 2014 at 5:45 PM

      No you can't!! I know BB's will always be just that much more superior, but till I can afford them all the time, this works.

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  3. Alli @ Allena MistralJanuary 27, 2014 at 2:38 PM

    Oh lord I can't apply makeup to save my life! I'm so glad you found my blog so that I found yours! PS, what program are you in for grad school?

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  4. Ambi PageJanuary 27, 2014 at 3:32 PM

    great review doll !! for the price its great :) xx
    www.ambifashion.com

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  5. Helen*January 28, 2014 at 3:47 AM

    Hello lovely, thank you for the sweet comment on my blog, I really appreciate it!

    I'm your newest follower and look forward to your next post! :)

    http://electricsunrise.blogspot.co.uk/

    xoxoxox

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  6. Elle SeesJanuary 29, 2014 at 9:49 AM

    i did this today on my This or That post and then i saw your post just now! i totally agree with your results!

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  7. Tina @ My Highest SelfJanuary 29, 2014 at 11:09 AM

    Would you believe I have a Beauty Blender and never tried it?? Thanks for the review on this cheaper alternative!

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    1. Margo @ PrettyPandaJanuary 29, 2014 at 12:55 PM

      No problem Tina!! If it gets wrecked or a little dirty, $6 is much easier to swallow than $20.

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  8. Margo @ PrettyPandaJanuary 31, 2014 at 3:13 PM

    Thank you so much Katherine, that made my day! Love your blog as well and following you on bloglovin and gfc :)

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