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[sample/affiliate/ad] I think it’s safe to say that there is a bit less pressure on delivery and postal systems, so I’m re-introducing current and shop-able products to mix in with older, classic products. I think I could keep going on those for at least another couple of months! However, it’s not so much about this particular brush but more the method of applying skin care using a brush and I have some in-stock alternative suggestions for you because this is such a lovely way to put cream and serum on your complexion.
This brush might look familiar because I featured it a few weeks ago but I have really taken to it – it’s the Artis Digit S Oval 8 which sold out more or less overnight after Dr Barbara Sturm featured it and won’t be restocked for a while. Which is something of a relief because they’re crazy-expensive.
I’m currently trialing a pigment correcting serum and a vitamin C cream for a sponsored post later down the line (after they’ve been tested for the right amount of time) and using my Artis brush to apply both. I’ve also used it to apply REN’s Clean Screen SPF. The reason that brushes win over manually applying (in my opinion) is that you get a very uniform covering of product without smooshing your skin around. It’s a much more gentle way to coat your skin with product and seems more efficient than fingertips, believe it or not. The surface area is important as is the maliability of the brush fibres so that they can work into every nook and cranny. I suppose you could use a smaller oval but the larger ones tend to be more soft and you can apply perfectly in a few sweeps – it’s really such a nice, skin-respectful way to to apply in comparison to the natural inclination to be a bit rough and ready with finger tips. The brush above is by Brushworks and is £14 HERE, non-affiliate HERE, and usually retails for £20.
Make Up Revolution has this one – a snip at £3.60 (down from £12) HERE, non affiliate HERE. I’d suggest that if you are investing in this particular one, you buy a couple. They do need to be washed quite regularly (I usually rinse with a little soap every three days or so and they’re dry by morning to start again) so it’s helpful to have more than one. The handle on the Artis brush is distinct advantage as you have a more solid grip but it’s not a deal breaker.
Dior has a fancier version designed for applying foundation (as most of the oval brushes are) but the same principle applies – it distributes liquid across the complexion in an efficient way. I’ve found this one for £34.20 instead of £38 HERE, non-affiliate HERE. You can apply your serums and creams in sweeps or in circular motions – whatever feels nice for you is the best way. You won’t miss a single part of your face and I’m truly a convert. It doesn’t take any more time than normal application and I think after a couple of goes you’ll be converted too!
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Oh interesting Jane! I do hope you are well. I’m curious – are you putting the product directly onto the brush or, say, the back of your hand and wiping onto the brush. And how are you cleaning the brush and how often as, rather embarrassingly, I’m very lax but figure with skincare you’ve got to be a bit more on it. Do you use the same brush for all the skincare products. I do love the artis brushes for applying foundations or any base products.
Really enjoying and appreciating your content (and IG), especially at this time. Stella xx
Thanks Stella – actually what I do is put the product into the palm of my hand and sweep it up from there – you could just as easily put it directly on but there’s something about the initial skin contact that just automatically makes me do it that way. I wash every three days or so – easy as I keep my skin care in the kitchen but if you keep yours in the bathroom, the sink is right there. Less hassle than the must-make-myself-do-it of make up brushes! Yes I use the same one for serum, vitamin cream (very light) then moisturiser. In the morning I do serum, vitamin then either moisturiser or SPF. I think you’ll find the layers feel lighter. If you’ve already got an oval foundation brush have a trial with that and if you like the method, upgrade to a larger brush for skin care.
Gosh this sounds terribly wasteful though.
Must say I depend on fingertip application for the essential massaging I’d never otherwise be arsed with! In that sense I feel it’s not dragging the skin around, but flexing underlying muscles. Flipping hope so!
I’m so useless with brushes though. Umpteen dozens have been purchased for foundation, only to end up as household tools. I always revert to fingertips very swiftly. (Even bought a ritzy rose quartz roller thingy just for facial massage, but even that has been abandoned)
Hope you’re in good spirits Jane, I’m looking forward to your skincare reviews you mention.
All I can say is that it doesn’t feel wasteful. My new obsession might not last of course but I’m enjoying it a lot for now 🙂
Apologies for sounding negative, absolutely agree that enjoyment and indulgence play a huge part in our skincare routines, and anything that adds to this is a boon for skin condition, when we actively look forward to the process!
Not at all :-)) I didn’t think it negative. x
This is a late comment but after seeing the Artis Digit brush on your blog, I waffled at buying it. I have the regular artis brush which I love and the mini palm which is adorable. My mother uses the fluenta line which is a bit big for me but she loves it but the Digit line seem to be good.
I admit I don’t use it for skin care even though it has been promoted for it. I like the size of it for makeup, so much so, in this pandemic and cabin fever, I ended up buying the entire Digit set! Thank you Jane for the temptation and breaking down my willpower!
They’re great, aren’t they. I know they’re a lot of money but they really do the job in the best possible way. I’ve got a new collection from the brand to show you soon!