limited-edition the buffer™ brush

The buffer™ brush is tarte's foundation brush — the one that built a following online for the way it lays liquid base down smoothly. This release wears a limited-edition rose gold handle, but the head is the same tool people reach for when they want base that looks pressed into the skin rather than painted on.

What it actually does

• Built for liquid foundation. tarte positions this as a foundation brush, and the technique it is designed around is picking up product in small amounts and working it outward.
• An airbrushed-looking finish, no device needed. The brand's own line for it is airbrushing without the air™ — the result you are aiming for is a soft, even base.
• Rose gold limited edition. Same brush, collectible handle. Once this run sells through, it is gone.
• Control over how much you use. Because you dispense to your hand first and load the brush gradually, it is easier to build coverage slowly than to over-apply and start again.

How to use

1. Dispense first. Put roughly a quarter-size amount of foundation on the back of your hand — not straight onto the brush.
2. Load lightly. Tap the brush into a small amount of that foundation.
3. Start at the centre. Begin in the middle of the face and work outward.
4. Buff in soft circles. Gentle circular sweeps, blending toward the hairline and jaw until there are no edges left.

Tip: go back for a second small amount rather than loading everything at once. Thin layers are what keep the finish looking like skin.

Questions

How is the limited edition different from the regular buffer™ brush?

The difference tarte has announced is the handle — this one comes in rose gold as a limited-edition finish. The brush itself is the same buffer™ tarte describes as its viral foundation brush.

Can I use it with cream or powder products?

tarte describes it as a foundation brush and all the usage guidance is written around liquid foundation, so that is what we'd recommend it for. We can't promise how it performs with other textures.

How should I clean it?

Wash with a gentle brush cleanser or mild shampoo in lukewarm water, rinse with the bristles pointing down so water doesn't sit in the ferrule, reshape the head, and let it dry flat. Never stand a wet brush upright on its handle.

How long does delivery take?

Delivery takes 3 to 21 working days, depending on availability. Pieces already in stock arrive at the shorter end; anything we bring in for you takes longer. Working days exclude weekends and official holidays.

How can I pay, and what if the brush arrives damaged?

We accept credit card, debit card, Instapay and mobile wallets — there is no cash on delivery. For returns, we accept defective, damaged or expired items only, reported within 1 day of delivery. Once verified, the refund goes back to your original payment method within 15–30 days.