Foundation Buff Brush

The Clinique Foundation Buff Brush is not really an application tool — it is a finishing one. Densely packed bristles press foundation into the skin in small circles until the line between product and face stops being visible.

What it actually does

• Buffs rather than paints. Clinique describes compact bristles built to buff and blend, which is a different motion from sweeping colour on.
• Takes any foundation format. The brand lists liquid, powder, cream and stick — the density of the head is what lets it handle all four.
• Evens out what is already there. Because it is used after application, it is the step that catches the patches a first pass left behind.
• Antibacterial bristles. Clinique's antibacterial technology is built in to help keep the head protected.

How to use

1. Apply your foundation however you normally do — fingers, sponge or another brush.
2. Take the Buff Brush over the top in soft circular motions.
3. Keep going until the finish looks uniform, paying extra attention to the jaw and hairline where edges show.

Upkeep: Clinique advises washing face brushes daily or weekly depending on use. Dense heads hold more product than they look like they do, so err on the frequent side. Their Makeup Brush Cleanser sprays on to clear residue.

Questions

Can I apply foundation with it from scratch?

You can, but Clinique's sequence puts foundation on the face first and the Buff Brush second. Dense bristles are better at pressing product in than at distributing it from a single starting blob.

Circular or straight strokes?

Circular. That is the motion Clinique specifies, and it is what breaks up any directional streaking the first application left.

Does it work with stick foundation?

Yes — Clinique names stick formulas among the types it suits, alongside liquid, cream and powder. Draw the stick on, then buff the edges away.

How long does delivery take?

Delivery takes 3 to 21 working days, depending on availability. Working days exclude weekends and official holidays.

Payment and returns?

Credit card, debit card, Instapay and mobile wallets — no cash on delivery. Returns are limited to defective, damaged or expired items, reported within 1 day of delivery, with refunds to the original payment method within 15–30 days.