The Barely Definer Hard is used to put definition back into the face. A key feature of this sponge is the fact that it’s the ideal tool for highlighting, contouring and guiding.
- It’s sharp edges make easy work of creating High Definition make-up looks
- The Perfect Flicked liner is easily achieved thanks to its guiding edge
- Creates sharp finishes to your brows, eye-shadow and lipstick
- Latex free and odour free making it perfect for sensitive skin
- Washable and long lasting (Wash regularly to avoid bacteria build up)
- Suitable for use with liquid, cream and powder cosmetics
For best results: Wet with warm water, then squeeze so that the sponge is just a little damp before use. This increases the surface area, allowing for quicker application times and also stopping the sponge from wanting to absorb product.
How do Barely's Definer Sponges work?
- Concealer can be applied with either the flat side for under the eye area. In this case, apply in a bouncing motion to encourage blood flow and boost circulation promoting radiance and reducing dark circles or if the concealer is being used to cover blemishes, Barely would recommended using the pointed side and using a pressing motion.
- Contouring is achieved with the flat side of the sponge by applying liquid or cream shade onto the hollows of the cheeks, in upward strokes, then using a bouncing/ tapping motion to blend out any visible lines.
- Highlighting is achieved using the flat side of the sponge by applying either highlighter or a light foundation that is 2 shades lighter than your normal colour. Draw a line straight across the centre of the forehead, a line from the centre of under the eyes to the temples, on the cupids bow, down the centre of the nose and on the indent of your chin, then turn the sponge to the pointed side and blend out using a tapping/bouncing motion.
- Eyeshadow: To create a winged eyeshadow look it couldn't be easier. Start by taking a large eyeshadow brush and applying your lightest colour all over the lid, then place the flat side of the Definer Hard sponge on the outer corner of the eye at a 45 degree angle. Take a small eyeshadow brush or pencil brush start at the lash line and draw a line of eyeshadow upwards leaning against the sponge to create a sharp angle. Once you reach the crease, start to follow it in to create a slight V shape on the outer corner of the eye, you only need to come in about 1/3. Remove the sponge to reveal a sharp angled winged eyeshadow. To finish the look take a medium shade eyeshadow colour and add to the outer 2/3 of the eye. Don't forget to finish the look off by blending it altogether.
- Eyeliner: The flat edge on the sponge provides the ideal guide when applying eyeliner. Set the sponge against the other eye at a 45 degree angle and draw on your eyeliner in an upward motion, remove the sponge to reveal a sharp flicked line.