Dotting with a Foundation Brush, It's Time to Say Goodbye to Pores [Like It]

Picasso Collezioni '131 Foundation Brush', Filimili 'S Cutting Foundation Brush 823', Roana 'Prisma Foundation Brush Regular'

[Culture & Life Reporter Eunji Kim] These days, many people must be troubled by 'Inom.' The enemy of humid and hot weather. Something we wish would disappear. This is a story about 'mogong' (pores), a word that alone can cause headaches.

It is already difficult to reduce pores that have fully opened. No matter how good the product or how excellent the care, the effect lasts only temporarily. Once pores open, they do not close easily. However, if you have a high-performance pore foundation brush, you can say goodbye to these annoying pores. Let's use the power of a strong beauty tool to block those widely open pores!

Soft but Strong

Picasso Collezioni '131 Foundation Brush'

"I'll block all the pores!"

It fits perfectly in the hand. The grip is just right. The handle is made of transparent and smooth acrylic. The design is unique and chic. Truly a glamorous visual. The first impression of the Picasso Collezioni '131 Foundation Brush' was 'It looks perfect' and 'It feels professional.'

As a brush specialized in pore coverage, the bristles are dense. The bristles are very soft and warm, which might make you think they are made of natural materials, but that is not the case. The Picasso Collezioni '131 Foundation Brush' uses premium synthetic bristles. It boasts a touch that can be used without irritation even on sensitive skin.

For the pore coverage test of the Picasso Collezioni '131 Foundation Brush,' various foundations (thick formulations, liquid types, etc.) were tried, and it matched well with all foundations. After applying foundation to the brush, whether tapping it on the face, swirling it around, or rubbing it, it finishes smoothly without brush marks. The pore coverage is beyond expectations. It is perfect for daily pore coverage.

What’s special is that the skin does not look matte but silky and refined. It naturally blocks pores as if the foundation is absorbed naturally, not forcibly sealed. The result is the same even when layering on areas that need coverage. The Picasso Collezioni '131 Foundation Brush' helps express smooth skin texture while allowing even 'clumsy hands' to achieve high-quality pore coverage. Thanks to the bristles being cut diagonally, it can cover pores on curved areas like the bridge of the nose without difficulty.

Picasso Collezioni '131 Foundation Brush' / Around 28,000 KRW

No Brush Marks, Soft and Matte Finish

Philly Milly 'S Cutting Foundation Brush 823'

"With this, pores? Blocked!"

Phillymilly 'S Cutting Foundation Brush 823' is soft and fluffy. It has many bristles and is gentle. Although the bristles have power, the visual suggests it might be better suited for shading makeup or blush application. However, this item is a foundation brush. Moreover, it is a foundation brush that covers pores and blemishes!

With some hesitation, foundation was applied in an appropriate amount to the Phillymilly 'S Cutting Foundation Brush 823' and tapped on the pore areas. The bristles had moderate firmness, causing slight prickliness, but it was possible to see the pores gradually closing. In a second test, a matte foundation was used, and this combination was more satisfying. The matte foundation adhered tightly to the firm bristles, pressing the pores firmly closed.

The tip is to relax your wrist and tap the pore areas gently. Because the brush bristles are 'S-cut,' you can adjust the bristles to the desired angle and comfortably apply on uneven areas. One small but special point is that the brush has so many bristles that you can quickly finish your base makeup on busy mornings. The brush length is over 15 cm, making touch control easy.

Phillymilly S is a brand that loves nature and animals and uses vegan-certified synthetic bristles. Vegan certification is granted based on criteria that do not use animal-derived raw materials or animal testing and ensure contamination is prevented.

Phillymilly 'S Cutting Foundation Brush 823' / Around 28,000 KRW

Heart-Shaped Pore Eraser

Roana 'Prisma Foundation Brush Regular'

"Swipe, swipe, erase pores!"

No matter how good a beauty item is, isn’t it said that it’s more enjoyable to use if it’s pretty? Loana 'Prisma Foundation Brush Regular' has a light beige handle with golden steel and heart-shaped bristles. Its cute shape causes a heart-fluttering moment, raising curiosity about whether the 'Prisma Foundation Brush Regular' has not only a fresh visual but also good performance.

The bristles of the 'Prisma Foundation Brush Regular' are special. They have softness between soft and hard. These bristles are 100% vegan, eco-friendly synthetic fibers that do not use latex or animal hair at all. Moreover, it has a 100% recyclable aluminum cover and a polyethylene plastic handle. Loana’s brand philosophy aiming for eco-friendliness is evident.

Unlike the two brushes above, the 'Prisma Foundation Brush Regular' makes a 'scratching' sound every time it rubs against the skin. It was not prickly. It boasts a touch suitable for sensitive and delicate skin and excellent application. Because the bristles are heart-shaped, it can conveniently apply foundation not only on wide areas but also on angular parts of the face such as the nose, T-zone, and jawline. Especially, it showed noticeably good effects in covering nose pores.

Loana is a handmade brush brand produced through local companies in Casalmaggiore, Italy, a city famous for art, using eco-friendly manufacturing processes and materials for over 50 years.

Loana 'Prisma Foundation Brush Regular' / Around 40,000 KRW

Photo by Guest Reporter Jeongjun Seo