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However, it’s 2021 and the cushion isn’t just limited tofoundationsandBB creams.
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Practically everything in our makeup bags, including blushes and liquid lipsticks, is getting a cushy makeover.
Cosmetic chemistGinger Kingagrees and adds that “[cushion foundations] are more of skin-care formulas with color.”
Bottled foundation formulas sometimes have more polymers for longer wear or higher pigment loads forfuller coverage, she explains.
Cushion foundation formulas, on the other hand, typically havelighter coveragewith a luminous, satin finish.
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It also contains SPF 50, though you should still layer adedicated sunscreento be safe.
But hopefully, there are more coming down the line.
(It’s picked up one Best of BeautyandReaders' Choice Award each, to boot.)
It’s no wonder one of these $10 wonders sellsevery five seconds.
Just dot and pat in to conceal undereye circles and blemishes like a charm.
Tap once for a natural-looking glow, and twice for a bolder flush.
The K-beauty-inspired brand also offers aliquid bronzerandhighlighterwith equally adorable star-shaped and moon-shaped stamps.
In other words, this lightweight, green tea-infusedCC creamis the perfect everyday makeup essential.
Her preferred technique is layering this Puff Lippie with other lipsticks to create a perfect,’90s-inspired look.
Both the Hollywood Contour and Highlighter Wands feature cushion tips for super-smooth buffing and blending.
Spotlight, a candlelit gold, is shown on the left above.
Clarins Velvet Lip Perfector
Clarins
Clarins' Velvet Lip Perfector isn’t your typicalliquid lipstick.
It has a weightless, velvety-matte mousse texture that you’ll quickly become obsessed with.
Oftentimes hydrating formulas compromise color, but that’s simply not the case here.
The tiny black cushion tip then blends the product out to perfection.
Buy theeraser separatelyfor $14 or ina setwith the No Poreblem Primer for $26.
Wet n Wild Mega Cushions
Wet n Wild
Make your own cushioncontouring kitbefore they start becoming athing.
A little of the highlighter, on the other hand, goes a long way.
Tap the pearly pink pigment atop your cheekbones for natural-looking dewiness.
