Monday, January 26, 2015

Should I get airbrush or regular foundation?

I get this question more than any other so I thought I'd address what the actual difference is between the two. Before I do so, let me just say that all airbrush is not created equally!!! There are many "brands" of airbrush and they differ greatly between each other. I have experimented with 4 different types of airbrush until I found the absolute best. If you're curious what they are and why I did/didn't like them read the list below. If not, scroll to the bottom to find out why you should choose airbrush.



Luminess: The most common TV infomercial airbrush system. In a nutshell it is HORRIBLE!!! It looks like a mask when applied and if you touch or scratch your face it comes off and is completely un-blendable. The more you blend, the more it comes off.

Dinair: Similar to Luminess but a tiny bit less horrible. Slightly more blendable.

Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics OCC: So wet!!! Seems like it never dries and feels very heavy. Also not very blendable with other products.

Temptu: The most amazing airbrush on the planet!!! Feels like skin, looks like skin, blend able, and lasts forever! Very light with super duper coverage. Gives mature skin a moisturized glow and is great for covering acne and discoloration without pounds of makeup. It also comes in a matte formula for those with oily skin.


What is it? (Wikipedia) Airbrush makeup has become more popular with the advent of high-definition video and television (HD). Traditional powder or liquid based make-up can settle and appear in pores and wrinkles and be visible on HD film. As the makeup is sprayed on, it connects with the skin as millions of droplets of formula. The formula can create an even, sheer, natural appearance to the skin that, if applied properly for a natural look, can appear natural and non-heavy like traditional makeup. Airbrush makeup wears longer than traditional powder or liquid foundation, able to stay put upwards of 12–24 hours. Application wise, the technique is more sanitary than traditional makeup application due the artist never having to touch the skin. It's also faster, if done by a trained artist.


Why should I choose airbrush? If you want to look like a doll or photoshopped in real life than airbrush is the way to go. If feels extremely light and will literally last until the next day. It is applied through an airbrush gun/compressor which also feels very relaxing when applied. In comparison to regular foundation it feels lighter, covers better, and lasts longer.