As a sponge enthusiast, two words I never thought I'd put together, I can say this sponge does indeed rule them all. A multitude of things come into play when it comes to the Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge, and all of them together make a must-have makeup tool.
I am someone who can't justify parting with thirty dollars for a sponge - sorry beauty blender - and that's saying something because I am the queen of outlandish justifications. The offering from Real Techniques falls into the same price category as the other sponges I've tried but the quality is far, far superior. The texture of the RT sponge is so odd, but it works. It's super springy, soft and best of all doesn't retain the level of moisture others tend to. I've gone in to dab at foundation with a thoroughly wrung sponge before and had droplets of water on my face, but that doesn't happen here - it's just ever so slightly damp.
As for how it applies foundation and concealer, it does take a little longer than some of the others I've tried. I'm chalking this up to the density and absorption of other sponges versus the Real Techniques. A little product is absorbed, but nowhere near the amount others seem to suck up. Once your blending is done, you are left with a natural, airbrushed and streak free application which is why I love sponges so much.
Do you use sponges? And if so, which is your favourite?
