FOUNDATION BRUSH - 118

MAKE UP FOR EVER Foundation Brush #118 is a tear-drop head with bristles packed tightly together — the shape that lets you cover a cheek in one sweep and then tuck into the inner corner of an eye with the same tool. It is made for liquid and cream base makeup, and the brand's focus here is a streak-free finish you can build on.

Made for	Liquid and cream formulas
Coverage	Buildable
Bristles	Synthetic, densely packed
Handle & case	Eco-sourced wood handle; recyclable, reusable pouch included

What it actually does

• Blends base without leaving streaks. MAKE UP FOR EVER puts the precision of this brush down to how densely the bristle bundle is packed — packed fibres move product evenly instead of dragging it.
• Covers big areas and small ones with one head. The broad part of the tear-drop handles cheeks and forehead; the narrow point is what gets you into the corners.
• Builds coverage instead of forcing it. The brand rates it as buildable, so you add thin layers rather than depositing everything in one pass.
• Synthetic fibres, suited to wet textures. Synthetic bristles are the right choice for liquid and cream products because they absorb far less of what you are trying to put on your face.
• Comes with a reusable pouch. Useful if you travel with brushes or keep them out of a cup.
• A long free-from list. MAKE UP FOR EVER states it is free of parabens, phthalates, formaldehydes and formaldehyde-releasing agents, mineral oil, oxybenzone, retinyl palmitate, coal tar, hydroquinone, SLS and SLES sulfates, triclosan and triclocarban, and that synthetic fragrance makes up under one percent.

How to use

1. Load the densest part. Drop your liquid or cream straight into the middle of the thick section of the head — or place dots of product on the face first and pick them up with the brush.
2. Work the wide side over the large areas. Cheeks, forehead, jaw. Keep going until the colour is level and you cannot see where one stroke ended.
3. Switch to the point for the awkward bits. Under the eyes, either side of the nose, and right out at the edges of the face where coverage usually goes patchy.
4. Clean it after wet products. Liquid and cream formulas set in bristles; wash, reshape the tear-drop and dry it flat.

Is it right for you?

Questions

Can I use powder foundation with it?

MAKE UP FOR EVER specifies this brush for liquid and cream textures, and that is what the dense synthetic head is built around. If powder is your main base, pick a brush made for it instead.

Does the pointed tip actually matter?

It is the difference between finishing your base with one brush or two. The point is there to reach the areas a round brush skates over — the under-eye, either side of the nose, and the outer edge of the face.

Are the bristles animal hair?

No — the bristles are synthetic. The handle is described by the brand as eco-sourced wood, and the brush ships in a pouch meant to be reused.

How long does delivery take?

Delivery takes 3 to 21 working days, depending on availability. Stocked pieces move fastest; anything ordered in for you takes longer.

How do I pay?

Credit card, debit card, Instapay and mobile wallets — no cash on delivery.

What if it arrives damaged?

Message us within 1 day of delivery with a photo. Returns cover defective, damaged or expired items only, and once verified the refund returns to your original payment method within 15–30 days.